Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,064 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 79 L | -37 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 996 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,499 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,046 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 980 mm | -157 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,501 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 953 mm | -953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,067 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 739 mm | -739 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 133 L | 425 L | -292 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.7 | 1,215 L | 3.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 | 2,364 L | 2.7 |
2014 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cadillac ELR's rear seat is very tight for the average adult, but a couple 5-9 or under can sit back there without outright discomfort. The BMW i8's rear seat is so tight and so vestigial that putting all but the shortest people back there borders on cruel and unusual punishment. I squeezed into the i8's back seat to photograph its instrument panel interior and almost couldn't get out. For those who want an adult-friendly rear seat, the Tesla Model S is far superior to either coupe. see full BMW i8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW i8.
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |