Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 266 kW 569 Nm |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 221 kW@5500 400 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,837 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,867 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,975 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 68 L | -26 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 988 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,072 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 963 mm | -140 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 986 mm | -986 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 515 L | -382 L |
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 |