| Model Year | 2017 | 2021 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | BMW i3 | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 101.2 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 189.6 in | 157.4 in | 32.2 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 69.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 62.1 in | 4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3810 lb. | 2961 lb. | 849 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 2.4 gal. | 16.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 0.0 in | 42.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 50.4 in | 6.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 81 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 |
| 2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 BMW i3.