Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | BMW i8 | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 110.2 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 184.9 in | 19.5 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 76.5 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 50.8 in | 21.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 3455 lb. | 1015 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 13.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 61.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 0.0 in | 39.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 32.4 in | 6.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 51.5 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 0.0 in | 61.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 115 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 4.7 | 69.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 131.8 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
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.