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2014 BMW i8 and 2012 Infiniti M Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW i8 | Infiniti M | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6000 417 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 114.2 in | -4 in |
| Length | 184.9 in | 194.7 in | -9.8 in |
| Width | 76.5 in | 72.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 59.1 in | -8.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4224 lb. | -769 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 58.4 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.7 in | -5.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 56.7 in | -5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -80.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW i8
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW i8
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Infiniti M
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 5.6L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable up front. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The footwells are very narrow for a car of this size. This is a side-effect of it being RWD. The "dead" pedal seems to be in the wrong spot, at least for me; it's too far to the right. On the plus side the air conditioned seats are great. It is possible to drive around in 90 degree weather wearing shorts, with the windows down, and feel comfortable. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very envelopped and comfortable seat, have better padding, and seating posture is better than most of the luxry cars I tried. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The fronts seats need more bolstering. The BMW 5 series has much, much better seats. If I could change one thing about the car, it would be the seats. Anyone considering this car should sit in the seat at least 30 minutes before making a purchase decision. see full Infiniti M review |
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