| Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | BMW i4 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.4 in | -9.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 188.5 in | -9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.0 in | 8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 4665 lb. | -1415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 38.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 36.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 54.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.2 in | 3.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 45.6 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 |
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i4.