Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.0 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 168.9 in | 16 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 67.1 in | 9.4 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 65.2 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3215 lb. | 240 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.8 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 40.6 in | -40.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 39.5 in | -7.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 53.6 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.7 in | -46.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -81.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -59.5 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.
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |