Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 664 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,944 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 5,027 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 78 L | -36 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,016 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,059 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 932 mm | -109 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 294 L | -161 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 S-Class.