Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mini Hardtop | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 97.1 in | 13.1 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 143.1 in | 41.8 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 66.5 in | 10 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 55.4 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 2524 lb. | 931 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 50.9 in | 10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.3 in | -41.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.6 in | -5.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 44.7 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | -72.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
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.
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |