Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Beetle | BMW i8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 110.2 in | -10.2 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 184.9 in | -16.5 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 76.5 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 50.8 in | 7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3455 lb. | -443 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 61.1 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 0.0 in | 41.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 32.4 in | 4.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 51.5 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.4 in | 0.0 in | 31.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 72.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW i8.