Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 396 hp@6100 384 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,939 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,923 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,880 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 66 L | -24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 950 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,059 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 970 mm | -147 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 919 mm | -919 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 371 L | -238 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.