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BMW i8

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Key specifications

Highlights
Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-3
Engine Type
27 - 69
Combined MPGe
18 mi.
Range
3 hrs.
Level 2 Charging
Engine
420
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
369 @ 5800
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
1.5 L/91
Displacement
Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-3
Engine Type
Suspension
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Front
Weight & Capacity
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
11 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Safety
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Entertainment
Standard
Bluetooth®
Standard
Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®
Electrical
N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
13 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Notable features

New roadster version available
Plug-in hybrid sports car with 18 miles of all-electric range
Carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic body, aluminum chassis
Electric front-drive, gas rear-drive
Swing-wing doors

Engine

420 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
369 @ 5800 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
1.5 L/91 Displacement
Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-3 Engine Type

Suspension

Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Front

Weight & Capacity

N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
11 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
3,501 lbs Base Curb Weight

Safety

Standard Backup Camera
Standard Stability Control
Standard Lane Departure Warning
Standard Blind Spot Monitor

Entertainment

Standard Bluetooth®
Standard Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®

Electrical

N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Brakes

N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
13 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type

Photo & video gallery

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection

The good & the bad

The good

Supercar looks
Brisk acceleration
Efficiency versus exotic competitors
Interior quality
Ride quality

The bad

Light but feels heavy
Difficult entry, exit
Doors complicate access
Tiny backseat (coupe)
Requires premium gas

Consumer reviews

4.8 / 5
Based on 8 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.6
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

Kinda perfect (for me)

This is my second i8. I leased a 2019 for 14 months (lease takeover) and loved it. I was cross-shopping AMG GT, Bentley Continental GT, 911, Taycan, Vantage and Tesla Model S. My decision was based on my needs... I'm a car guy. I love exotics, but I'm also aware of fossil fuel issues and don't want to look back as part of the problem. So I wanted it all, an exotic with fuel efficiency, four seats, mid-engine, modern technology, and not a car with millions of iterations (like the 911). To drive, it's fascinating and not in a way I expected. To start with I was trying to get close to the Car and Driver 0-60 of 3.6s, but after a while, I was more interested in the fuel economy. Weirdly, I bought a car to go fast without being terrible for the environment, but in the end, I didn't want to go as fast as I wanted to see my mpg nudge up, which it did if I charged it regularly (presently I'm running at an average of 38mpg and climbing). I still accelerate fast, and pop it into sport when I need the supercar acceleration, but mostly I use it, day to day as the most enjoyable, engaging car I've owned. I've owned sub 4 second cars for a while, and some are more thrilling, but like I said, I wanted it all. So, the usual complaints: Too much plastic inside the car? Well, maybe, slightly, but look at the specs, and the environmentally friendly materials involved are staggering, and the unique carbon fiber and leather and stitching everywhere is an achievement to say the least. The interior is gorgeous, as is the subtle interior lighting, and still feels way more modern than the competitors, apart from the Mercedes maybe, and obviously the Tycan. Not a real supercar? Well, you decide: carbon fiber tub, no derivative versions (like the 911), sub 4s 0-60, eagle wing doors, mid engine, and such a low center of gravity that it sticks to the road like glue, even with tires that are fat compared to the Tesla, but thin compared to the Porsche. Less road feel. Yes, compared to the 911 (I used to have a 2013 GTS) it's no comparison. The 911 is the most engaging drive, I think, in the world, so I was amazed that I didn't miss it. I think the reviewers who look at this car have nothing to compare it to. The supercar stats are all 2 seaters that burn fuel at 4-6x that of the i8. The electric comparisons have none of the thrills, looks, or most importantly to me, the hybrid practicality. The only comparisons, really are either the NSX (hybrid supercar) but it has 1/3 the fuel economy and only two seats) but faster, or the P100d or Tycan 4s (faster but no hybrid, 4 door saloon, and well, you see 100 every day in Los Angeles) So you see, there isn't really a comparison, at least, not for me. This review isn't really designed to convince you to buy this car, more to understand the reason it's without doubt the best car... for me. BTW, my best 0-60 on the street, on a hot day, with Pirellis was 3.9s 0-60, and I nearly killed myself doing it. Instead, I'll use the power to get on the freeway, and surprise the Ferrari California that I'm faster than in the real world. Also, my 5'9 15 yr old fits in the back just fine for short journeys (<30m). 5'6" is the magic number for comfort in the back, but for shopping, you can fit 10 full bags from Trader Joes, and more in the trunk. The BMW i8 is a weird and brilliant car and that's why, in 15 years, it will probably be a collector's car worth more than anyone paid for it. Everyone looks at it (every day, even in 2022, people can't help it), but you won't be able to help seeing how little fuel you're burning as you hit sixty in under 4 seconds. Not for everyone, but definitely for me.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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A real Pantie Droper

The styling is beautiful, and engineering to use a combination of elecreic and gas is outstanding. This car answers everything that I was looking for in a supercar.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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