BMW i8
BMW i8
Coupe
$147,500
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Overview: BMW i8 vs Corvette Z06

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Power 228 hp 650 hp
Engine Displacement - 6162 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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User Review Comparison
  • Looks very futuristic

    I feel lucky enough to own such a great car with a spaceship design and robust powertrain. I never expected a sports car to handle so easily in the...

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    Joshua 09 Jul, 2019 for BMW i8
  • The most stylish Corvette ever

    The ZR1 is the most sportiest, aggressive and high-performing supercar in the Corvette’s lineup according to me. The 6.2-litre supercharged V8 that...

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    C
    Charles 05 Mar, 2020 for Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

From The Experts

Things we like

Exterior design

Progressive engine

Excellent in-car technology

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Eye-catching Design

Ample storage space

Value for money

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Things we don't like

Substandard interior plastic quality

Low practicality

Uncomfortable ingress and ingress 

 

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No double-clutch transmission

Overheating issues

Austere interior

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders 3 8
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
Battery Capacity 33 Ah --
Motor Type AC Synchronous Electric Motor --
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Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 7-Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type AWD --

Performance

Power 228 hp 650 hp
Torque 320 Nm 881 Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Acceleration 4.2 s 4.1 s
Secondary Engine Max Power 141 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 249 Nm Nm --
Top Speed 155 kmph --
Engine Displacement -- 6162 cc
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 42 L --
Length 4696 mm 4495 mm
Ground Clearance 117 mm --
Width 2217 mm 1877 mm
Height 1290 mm 1235 mm
Wheel Base 2799 mm 2710 mm
Front Tread 1643 mm --
Rear Tread 1722 mm --
No Of Doors 2 2
Kerb Weight 1588 kg --
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension Double Wishbone --
Rear Suspension Multi-Link --

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch --
Tyre Size 215/45 R20 --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 --

Steering

Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes

Safety

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

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

Engine 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 6.2L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve 6.2L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

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

Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes Yes
Touch Screen -- Yes
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
CD Player -- Yes
Speakers Rear -- No
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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 Yes
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Removable Convertible Top No --
Roof Carrier No No
Side Stepper No No
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No No
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes --
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Driving Experience Control Eco Yes --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
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