Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.7 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 197.2 in | -12.3 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 73.5 in | 3 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 57.7 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4354 lb. | -899 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 57.6 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.2 in | -42.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.9 in | -5.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 56.4 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.8 in | -38.8 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -81 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.7 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -13.5 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.
2010 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |