Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | BMW i8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 110.2 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 184.9 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 76.5 in | -8 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 50.8 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 3455 lb. | -60 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 38.7 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 61.1 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 0.0 in | 43.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 32.4 in | 5.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 51.5 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | 33.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.3 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is no lumbar support which makes it tough for drives over 2 hours. The seats could be better for its class. I think Subaru remedied this issue in the new body style, however. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2014 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 2014 BMW i8.