Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 266 kW 569 Nm |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 280 kW@6000 475 Nm@2250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,630 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,585 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 55 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 970 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,021 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 904 mm | -81 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 688 mm | -688 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,709 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 371 L | -238 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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA.