BMW i8 (2015) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2010) Specs

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2015 BMW i8 and 2010 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year	2015	2010
Model	BMW i8	Hyundai Genesis
Engine	turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft	4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6000 333 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.2 in	115.6 in	-5.4 in
Length	184.9 in	195.9 in	-11 in
Width	76.5 in	73.4 in	3.1 in
Height	50.8 in	58.3 in	-7.5 in
Curb Weight	3455 lb.	3976 lb.	-521 lb.
Fuel Capacity	11.1 gal.	19.3 gal.	-8.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	40.4 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.1 in	58.3 in	2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	0.0 in	44.3 in	-44.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	32.4 in	37.7 in	-5.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	51.5 in	57.9 in	-6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	0.0 in	38.6 in	-38.6 in
Total Legroom	0 in (over 1 rows)	82.9 in (over 2 rows)	-82.9 in
Cargo Volume	4.7 ft³	15.9 ft³	-11.2 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

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2010 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review

2010 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review

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