Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,841 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,613 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 76 L | -34 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 978 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,356 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,113 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 925 mm | -102 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,369 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 879 mm | -879 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,991 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 402 L | -269 L |
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 |
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