Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,653 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,681 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 62 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 942 mm | 41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,067 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 909 mm | -86 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,166 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 838 mm | -838 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,905 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 294 L | -161 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.