BMW i8 vs Subaru BRZ Comparison

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Things we like	--	Matchless RWD drive experience Better handling Updated interiors   Read More
Things we don't like	--	Noisy engine Rear seats are useless Limited boot space Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	3	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	12.5:1
Battery Type	lithium-ion	--

Transmission

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

Performance

Engine Displacement	1499 cc	1998 cc
Power	231 hp	204 hp
Torque	320 Nm	212 Nm
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Acceleration	4.4 s	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	131 hp	--
Secondary Engine Max Torque	250 Nm Nm	--
Fuel Type	--	Petrol

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	4 seats	4 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	42 L	50 L
Length	4689 mm	4240 mm
Width	2218 mm	1775 mm
Ground Clearance	130 mm	130 mm
Height	1291 mm	1320 mm
Wheel Base	2800 mm	2570 mm
Front Tread	1644 mm	1520 mm
Rear Tread	1721 mm	1540 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1485 kg	1242 kg
Front Headroom	983 mm	--
Rear Headroom	824 mm	--
Cargo Volume	--	218 L

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Double Wishbone
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	195/50 R20	215/45 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R17

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
Turning Radius	--	5.4 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No
Rear Camera	--	Yes

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Security

Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Smart Access Card Entry	--	No
Central Locking	--	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	1.5 L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinders 12 Valve 1.5 L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinders 12 Valve	2.0 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	No	No
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	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	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	Yes	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6 Euro 6	--
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED

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