Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,696 mm | 4,252 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,943 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,290 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,457 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 60 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 970 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,552 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 823 mm | 925 mm | -102 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,308 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,054 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 861 mm | -861 mm |
Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 133 L | 365 L | -232 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 | 572 L | -567.3 |
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.
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |