Model Year | 2015 | 2020 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 3,129 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 5,301 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,405 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 82 L | -40 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,054 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 978 mm | -155 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,125 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2,179 mm (over 2 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 354 L | -221 L |
2015 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 2015 BMW i8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Audi A8 / S8.