Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Jaguar XF | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6250 413 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 114.5 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 195.3 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 71.6 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 57.5 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4194 lb. | -739 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.4 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 56.8 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.4 in | -5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 56.3 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.6 in | -36.6 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -78.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -13 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.
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Infinitely adjustable. Good side support,. very soft leather, but firmness control and heating/cooling make them comfortable in all conditions. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
not as roomy in the rear compared to, say, the BMW 5 series, especially with the front seats set all the way back. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 420hp 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom can be tight if over 6 feet tall. see full Jaguar XF review |