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2015 BMW i8 and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
| Model | BMW i8 | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.4 in | 3.8 in |
| Length | 184.9 in | 175.6 in | 9.3 in |
| Width | 76.5 in | 69.7 in | 6.8 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 52.8 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3064 lb. | 391 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 54.8 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.7 in | -42.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 36.8 in | -4.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 54.9 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -74.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 BMW i8
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 BMW i8
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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