Model Year | 2015 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,728 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,660 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 51 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 978 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,062 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 907 mm | -84 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 861 mm | -861 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,923 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 328 L | -195 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW i8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA.