Model Year | 2016 | 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 | 110.2 in | 116.9 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 193.1 in | -8.2 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 73.2 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 57.6 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4519 lb. | -1064 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.5 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 58.3 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.3 in | -5.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 56.2 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -77.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 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 |