Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Acura RDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 104.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 180.7 in | 4.2 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 73.6 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 65.2 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3968 lb. | -513 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 58.2 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.8 in | -41.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.3 in | -5.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 56.3 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -79.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -23.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -55.9 ft3 |
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.
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review |