| Model Year | 2019 | 2017 | |
| Model | Subaru WRX | BMW i8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 341 hp@6400 330 lb-ft@3600 |
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 | 104.3 in | 110.2 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 184.9 in | -4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 76.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 50.8 in | 7.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3316 lb. | 3455 lb. | -139 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 61.1 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 32.4 in | 4.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 51.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Subaru WRX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW i8.