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BMW i8 (2014) vs. Tesla Model S (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 BMW i8 and 2012 Tesla Model S specs.

2014 BMW i8 and 2012 Tesla Model S Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model BMW i8 Tesla Model S  
Engine turbocharged
1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid
DOHC-4v
357 hp
420 lb-ft
Electric
416 hp
443 lb-ft
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 1-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,799 mm 2,959 mm 0 mm
Length 4,696 mm 4,978 mm 0 mm
Width 1,943 mm 1,963 mm 0 mm
Height 1,290 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,567 kg 2,108 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 42 L 0 L 42 L
Headroom, Row 1 983 mm 986 mm -3 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,552 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,397 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 0 mm 1,085 mm -1 mm
Headroom, Row 2 823 mm 897 mm -74 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,308 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,389 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 899 mm -899 mm
Total Legroom 0 mm (over 1 row) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 133 L 895 L -762 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4.7 1,795 L 3.7

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW i8

2014 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Tesla Model S

2012 Tesla Model S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The front seats in the Tesla Model S are reasonably comfortable, but don't look or feel especially luxurious and provide little lateral support in turns. At least in the Performance model the side bolsters should be larger and/or adjustable. The seats in the A7 similarly need more aggressive bolsters. The seats in the S7 have them. see full Tesla Model S review
 

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