Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW i8 | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,050 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 70 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,029 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,052 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 973 mm | -150 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 917 mm | -917 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 521 L | -388 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.
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |