Model Year | 2014 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz GLC | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 266 kW 569 Nm |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 350 kW@5500 649 Nm@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,873 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,669 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,900 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,664 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,062 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 66 L | -24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,006 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,036 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 1,006 mm | 822 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 947 mm | -947 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 133 L | 549 L | -416 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 | 1,600 L | 3.7 |
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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC.