Model Year | 2015 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5000 331 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 98.2 in | 12 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 151.1 in | 33.8 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 68.0 in | 8.5 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 55.7 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 2855 lb. | 600 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 50.6 in | 10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 36.9 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 47.8 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 30.8 in | -30.8 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | -72.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 34.0 ft3 | -29.3 ft3 |
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 2021 Mini Hardtop.