Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Infiniti G | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7000 270 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in | -2 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 183.1 in | 1.8 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 71.8 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 54.8 in | -4 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3616 lb. | -161 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.7 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 34.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 52.7 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.2 in | -48.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 29.8 in | -29.8 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 73.6 in (over 2 rows) | -73.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
2014 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 2014 BMW i8.
2008 Infiniti G Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I love the roominess of the rear seats. Most of my family are moderately large (6ft 220lbs). Two can fit in the back comfortably. see full Infiniti G review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leather, very compfortable see full Infiniti G review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my frame, padding where needed, good driving position, good visibility see full Infiniti G review |
2008 Infiniti G Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Way to small to be of use with anything but children. see full Infiniti G review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Tight on head room but to be expected for two door. see full Infiniti G review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
The bolstering is excessive in the lowest setting and the seat belt pulls too hard on my chest. The seat belt also digs into my neck. see full Infiniti G review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
there is hardly any back see room but it is a sport coupe see full Infiniti G review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very tight see full Infiniti G review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seat leg and knee room is somewhat tight, especially for 3. see full Infiniti G review |