2014-2020 i8 OverviewBMW i8 Overview (2014 - 2020)
I12
Tech Specs Summary
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- 155 mph
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- 4.4 - 4.6 seconds
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- 357 - 369 BHP
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- 113 - 156.9 mpg
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- 1,490 - 1,595 kg
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- 88 L (Convertible)
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- 154 L (Coupé)
The BMW i8 (I12) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2014 - 2020. It's a rear mid engined four-wheel drive car and came as either a convertible or coupé. There are two power levels available from a 1.5 L Inline 3 Turbo plug-in hybrid petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the i8 is the BMW i8 which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 357 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 240 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW i8 Coupé is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 1,035 miles and can store 154 litres of cargo.