Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,596 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,455 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,735 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 50 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 950 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,046 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 922 mm | -99 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,161 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 810 mm | -810 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,857 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 133 L | 201 L | -68 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 | 280 L | -275.3 |
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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.