Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,913 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,310 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 95 L | -53 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,013 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,072 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 1,011 mm | 822 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,016 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 133 L | 833 L | -700 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 | 2,050 L | 2.7 |
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.
2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |