Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | BMW i8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 266 kW 569 Nm |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,497 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,239 mm | 4,696 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,943 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,565 kg | 1,567 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 42 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 983 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 823 mm | -823 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,308 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,072 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 309 L | 133 L | 176 L |
2009 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
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