CategoryCars & Concepts

BMW takes a chance with i3's ultrathin seats

Thin-profile front seats in the BMW i3 create significantly more leg space for rear passengers. Motorized controls were eliminated to save weight.
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DS
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David Sedgwick
January 19, 2014 05:00 AM

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