Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016) vs. BMW i8 (2015) Specs

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2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2015 BMW i8 Specifications

Model Year	2016	2015
Model	Mercedes-Benz E-Class	BMW i8
Engine	turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft
Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,875 mm	2,799 mm	0 mm
Length	4,879 mm	4,696 mm	0 mm
Width	1,854 mm	1,943 mm	0 mm
Height	1,450 mm	1,290 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	2,010 kg	1,567 kg	1 kg
Fuel Capacity	80 L	42 L	38 L
Headroom, Row 1	963 mm	983 mm	-20 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,468 mm	1,552 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,049 mm	0 mm	1 mm
Headroom, Row 2	970 mm	823 mm	147 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,445 mm	1,308 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	909 mm	0 mm	909 mm
Total Legroom	1,958 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm (over 1 row)	1 mm
Cargo Volume	464 L	133 L	331 L

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

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

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