Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Cadillac ELR | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
Electric + Gas 181 hp 295 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.1 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 186.0 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 72.7 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 55.9 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4050 lb. | -595 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 9.3 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 36.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 55.2 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.9 in | -52.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.2 in | -42.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 34.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 49.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | -75.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
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.
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both cars have comfortable front seats, but the ELR's provide more lateral support, at least with the $2,450 brown interior option (which adds power adjusters to their modestly sized side bolsters). Front seat access isn't among the ELR's strengths. As is often the case with coupes, the doors are long and heavy. see full Cadillac ELR review |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Volt's rear seat is pretty tight. The Cadillac ELR's is even tighter. At 5-9, I barely have enough space for my head and knees, and this when sitting behind someone my own size. Put someone taller in the front seat, and even pre-teens will have trouble squeezing into the back seat. This being a two-door, rear seat access is also dicey. The Tesla's rear seat is far roomier than either GM car's. Plus a rear-facing third row is optional. see full Cadillac ELR review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Cadillac ELR.