Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW i3 | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,998 mm | 4,514 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,577 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,195 kg | 1,609 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 9 L | 60 L | -51 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,057 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 968 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,280 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,288 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 874 mm | -874 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 79 L | 776 L | -697 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 334 L | 1,781 L | 333 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW i3.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |