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BMW i8 (2015) vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 BMW i8 and 2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK specs.

2015 BMW i8 and 2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK Specifications

Model Year 2015 2015  
Model BMW i8 Mercedes-Benz SLK  
Engine turbocharged
1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid
DOHC-4v
357 hp
420 lb-ft
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
415 hp@6800
398 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 95.7 in 14.5 in
Length 184.9 in 162.8 in 22.1 in
Width 76.5 in 71.5 in 5 in
Height 50.8 in 51.2 in -0.4 in
Curb Weight 3455 lb. 3583 lb. -128 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.1 gal. 15.9 gal. -4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 38.0 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.1 in 52.2 in 8.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 0.0 in 42.5 in -42.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 32.4 in 0.0 in 32.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.5 in 0.0 in 51.5 in
Total Legroom 0 in (over 1 rows) 42.5 in (over 1 rows) -42.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 4.7 ft3 6.4 ft3 -1.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4.7 ft3 10.1 ft3 -5.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 BMW i8

2015 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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