Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | BMW i3 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 105.9 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 157.4 in | 178.1 in | -20.7 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.4 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 62.1 in | 66.3 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2634 lb. | 3732 lb. | -1098 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -12.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.0 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 40.4 in | -40.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 55.3 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -77.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -31.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -56 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW i3.
2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |