Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Scion iQ | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
1.3L I4 DOHC-4v 94 hp@6000 89 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 78.7 in | 31.5 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 120.1 in | 64.8 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 66.1 in | 10.4 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 59.1 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 2127 lb. | 1328 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 8.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.1 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 35.9 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 50.2 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.8 in | -33.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 28.6 in | -28.6 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 69.5 in (over 2 rows) | -69.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | -12 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.
2013 Scion iQ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Hatch 94-horsepower 1.3L I4 CVT FWD |
For such a small car, it's surprising roomy up front. I'm 6' 200 lbs and have no problem getting in. Comfort is good with plenty of head room. Back seat is very tiny but one person could sit there fairly comfortably by sitting sideways as the front passenger seat sits a little farther forward than the driver seat. Passenger seat has plenty of room since there is no glove box that gets in the way. see full Scion iQ review |
2013 Scion iQ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Hatch 94-horsepower 1.3L I4 CVT FWD |
Rear seat room is pretty small. An adult would have to sit sideways to make use of it (our dealer sat back there during our test drive. If there are more than one or two people who will be using this car at one time, it's probably not the right choice. see full Scion iQ review |