| Model Year | 2020 | 2024 | |
| Model | BMW i8 | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
Electric 650 hp 749 lb-ft |
|
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 126.6 in | -16.4 in |
| Length | 184.9 in | 212.2 in | -27.3 in |
| Width | 76.5 in | 76.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 60.8 in | -10 in |
| Curb Weight | 3501 lb. | 5975 lb. | -2474 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 61.0 in | -4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.6 in | -6.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 56.3 in | -6.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 28.2 in | 43.3 in | -15.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -13.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW i8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW i7.