Tesla Model 3 (2018) vs. BMW i8 (2017) Specs

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2018 Tesla Model 3 and 2017 BMW i8 Specifications

Model Year	2018	2017
Model	Tesla Model 3	BMW i8
Engine	Electric 258 hp 317 lb-ft	turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft
Transmission	1-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.2 in	110.2 in	3 in
Length	184.8 in	184.9 in	-0.1 in
Width	72.8 in	76.5 in	-3.7 in
Height	56.8 in	50.8 in	6 in
Curb Weight	3814 lb.	3455 lb.	359 lb.
Fuel Capacity	0.0 gal.	11.1 gal.	-11.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.6 in	38.7 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	61.1 in	-4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.7 in	0.0 in	42.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	32.4 in	5.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	51.5 in	2.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.2 in	0.0 in	35.2 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	0 in (over 1 rows)	77.9 in
Cargo Volume	15.0 ft³	4.7 ft³	10.3 ft³

2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2018	4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD	The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review

2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2018	4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD	The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review

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