Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Lexus LS | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 380 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 5,029 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,875 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,925 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 84 L | -42 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 965 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,110 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 965 mm | -142 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 909 mm | -909 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2,019 mm (over 2 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 510 L | -377 L |
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.
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