Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW i8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 110.2 in | 10.7 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 184.9 in | 14.9 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 76.5 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 50.8 in | 7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4773 lb. | 3455 lb. | 1318 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 61.1 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 0.0 in | 41.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 32.4 in | 6.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 51.5 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 79.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 13 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW i8.