BMW i8
BMW i8
Coupe
$147,500
Mercedes Benz S-Class Coupe
Mercedes Benz S-Class Coupe
560 4Matic
$125,950
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BMW i8 vs Mercedes Benz S-Class Coupe Comparison

Overview: BMW i8 vs S-Class Coupe

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 4 seats 4 seats
Power 228 hp 463 hp
Engine Displacement - 3998 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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  • Looks very futuristic

    I feel lucky enough to own such a great car with a spaceship design and robust powertrain. I never expected a sports car to handle so easily in the...

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    Joshua 09 Jul, 2019 for BMW i8
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From The Experts

Things we like

Exterior design

Progressive engine

Excellent in-car technology

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Things we don't like

Substandard interior plastic quality

Low practicality

Uncomfortable ingress and ingress 

 

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders 3 8
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
Battery Capacity 33 Ah --
Motor Type AC Synchronous Electric Motor --
Compression Ratio -- 10.5:1
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Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 9-Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type AWD AWD

Performance

Power 228 hp 463 hp
Torque 320 Nm 700 Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Acceleration 4.2 s 4.5 s
Secondary Engine Max Power 141 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 249 Nm Nm --
Top Speed 155 kmph --
Engine Displacement -- 3998 cc
Mileage City -- 7.23
Mileage Highway -- 11.05
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 4 seats 4 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 42 L --
Length 4696 mm 5052 mm
Ground Clearance 117 mm --
Width 2217 mm 2108 mm
Height 1290 mm 1427 mm
Wheel Base 2799 mm 2944 mm
Front Tread 1643 mm --
Rear Tread 1722 mm --
No Of Doors 2 2
Kerb Weight 1588 kg 2170 kg
Cargo Volume -- 294 L
Front Headroom -- 1016 mm
Front Legroom -- 1059 mm
Rear Headroom -- 932 mm
Rear Legroom -- 848 mm
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension Double Wishbone Multi-Link
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 19 Inch
Tyre Size 215/45 R20 245/45 R19
Tyre Type Radial Run Flat
Wheel Size R20 R19

Steering

Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Rear Seat Belts -- Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
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Security

Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Central Locking -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes

Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 4.0L Petrol Engine,8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC 4.0L Petrol Engine,8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration -- DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents No --
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Foldable Rear Seat No No
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Accessory Power Outlet -- Yes
Cup Holders-Front -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Bottle Holder -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Navigation System Yes --
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
Speakers Rear -- Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Roof Carrier No No
Side Stepper No No
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No No
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
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