BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Sporty design Luxurious cabin Powerful engine Read More	--
Things we don't like	Lacks a rear spoiler Not very practical Read More	--

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	3	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	--
Secondary Engine Fuel Type	Electric	--
Engine	1.5L Hybrid Engine, 3 cylinder 12 Valve	3.0 L

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	AWD	RWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1499 cc	2996 cc
Power	374	367
Torque	570 Nm	500 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Secondary Engine Type	Hybrid	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	141 hp	--
Acceleration	4.7 s	4.9 s
Mileage City	--	10.5 kmpl
Mileage Highway	--	6 kmpl

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	154 L	485 L
Seating Capacity	2 seats	2 seats
Length	4689 mm	4617 mm
Width	1942 mm	2099 mm
Height	1293 mm	1315 mm
Wheel Base	2800 mm	2585 mm
Front Tread	1644 mm	1600 mm
Rear Tread	1715 mm	1604 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1595 kg	1775 kg
Gross Weight	1900 kg	2115 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	65 L
Front Headroom	--	958 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	--	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	--	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

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

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Turning Radius	--	5.5 m

Miscellaneous

Emission Norm Compliance

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Euro 4

Security

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

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	No
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	No
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	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	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Assist Hill Assist

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration

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DOHC 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	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	No	No
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	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	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	No	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	No	No
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes

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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	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	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	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes
Moon Roof	--	No
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	LED Daytime Running Lights LED Daytime Running Lights

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Fabric Upholstery	--	No

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