Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,588 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 70 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 975 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 960 mm | -137 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,260 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 716 mm | 958 mm | -242 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,811 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 133 L | 402 L | -269 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW i8.
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |