Compare BMW i8 Coupe vs Tesla Model S

Engine

1.5-liter Turbo Inline-3 Plug-in Hybrid

Engine

Electric

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

Transmission

Single Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

Other

Fuel Tank Capacity

11.1 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

N/A

Seating Capacity

4 seater

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

5.4 ft³

Trunk Volume

N/A

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

N/A

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

58.1 ft³

17

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32

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Engine and Transmission

Engine

1.5-liter Turbo Inline-3 Plug-in Hybrid

Electric

Horsepower

369 hp @ 5800 rpm

N/A

Torque

420 lb-ft

N/A

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

Single Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Other

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

40.4 ft

38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Aluminum Wheels

N/A

Front Wheel Size

20" x 7.5"

19" x 8"

Rear Wheel Size

20" x 8.5"

19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Double Wishbone

Rear Suspension

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P215/45YR20

P245/45WR19

Rear Tire

P245/40YR20

P245/45WR19

Fuel Economy

Combined

27 MPG

N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

11.1 gallons

N/A

Exterior Dimensions

Length

184.9 in

196 in

Height

50.8 in

56.9 in

Max Width

76.5 in

77.3 in

Front Width

64.7 in

65.4 in

Rear Width

67.8 in

66.9 in

Wheelbase

110.2 in

116.5 in

Ground Clearance

N/A

4.6 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

4 seater

5 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

43.1 in

42.7 in

Front Seat Headroom

38.7 in

38.8 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

56.7 in

57.7 in

Front Seat Hip Room

N/A

55 in

Rear Seat Leg Room

28.2 in

35.4 in

Rear Seat Headroom

32.4 in

35.3 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

49.6 in

55 in

Rear Seat Hip Room

N/A

54.7 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

3,501 lbs

4,883 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

5.4 ft³

N/A

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up

N/A

26.3 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

N/A

58.1 ft³

Standard Exterior Colors

E-Copper Metallic w/Frozen Grey Accent
Sophisto Gray Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Sophisto Gray Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent
Special Order Color

Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue
Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent

Deep Blue Metallic
Midnight Silver Metallic
Solid Black
Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

E-Copper Exclusive, Natural Leather/Cloth Upholstery
Giga Amido, Full Perforated Leather Upholstery
Giga Ivory White, Full Perforated Leather Upholstery
Tera Dalbergia Brown, Natural Leather/Cloth Upholstery

Black, Premium Seat Trim
Black/White, Premium Seat Trim
Cream, Premium Seat Trim

Infotainment

HD Radio

Not Available

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Standard

Premium Sound System

Standard

Satellite Radio

Standard

Not Available

Smart Device Integration

Standard

WiFi Hotspot

Not Available

Standard

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Cloth Seats

Standard

Leather Seats

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard

Vinyl Seats

Standard

Woodgrain Interior Trim

Not Available

Standard

Sun/Moonroof

Not Available

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Standard

Not Available

Navigation System

Standard

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Liftgate

Not Available

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Standard

Automatic Parking

Not Available

Optional

Climate Control

Standard

Cruise Control

Standard

Heated Front Seat(s)

Standard

Heated Rear Seat(s)

Not Available

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel

Not Available

Standard

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Standard

Remote Engine Start

Not Available

Standard

Remote Trunk Release

Not Available

Standard

Seat Memory

Not Available

Standard

Universal Garage Door Opener

Standard

Keyless Start

Standard

Telematics

Standard

Not Available

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Cross-Traffic Alert

Standard

Rear Parking Aid

Standard

Blind Spot Monitor

Standard

Lane Departure Warning

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist

Not Available

Standard

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Standard

Warranty Summary

Basic

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

12 Years / Unlimited Miles

Drivetrain

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

8 Years / Unlimited Miles

Hybrid/Electric Components

8 Years / 100,000 Miles

N/A

Maintenance

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

N/A

Roadside Assistance

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Compare BMW i8 Coupe vs Tesla Model S

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Weight and Towing

Cargo Space

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary