Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 266 kW 569 Nm |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 216 kW@6200 347 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,917 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,820 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 73 L | -31 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 978 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,400 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,077 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 945 mm | -122 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,372 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 371 L | -238 L |
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.
2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |