| Model Year | 2021 | 2024 | |
| Model | Subaru WRX | BMW i5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000 |
Electric 593 hp 586 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 117.9 in | -13.6 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 199.2 in | -18.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 74.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 59.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3386 lb. | 5247 lb. | -1861 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.2 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.3 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 56.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Subaru WRX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW i5.