BMW i8
BMW i8
Coupe
$147,500
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Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Dual Clutch
Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Power 228 hp 711 hp
Engine Displacement - 3901 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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  • 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
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From The Experts

Things we like

Exterior design

Progressive engine

Excellent in-car technology

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Things we don't like

Substandard interior plastic quality

Low practicality

Uncomfortable ingress and ingress 

 

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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 --
Compression Ratio -- 9.6:1
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Transmission

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

Performance

Power 228 hp 711 hp
Torque 320 Nm 770 Nm
Acceleration 4.2 s --
Secondary Engine Max Power 141 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 249 Nm Nm --
Top Speed 155 kmph 340 kmph
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement -- 3901 cc
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 42 L 86 L
Length 4696 mm 4605 mm
Ground Clearance 117 mm --
Width 2217 mm 1976 mm
Height 1290 mm 1206 mm
Wheel Base 2799 mm 2649 mm
Front Tread 1643 mm 1679 mm
Rear Tread 1722 mm 1648 mm
No Of Doors 2 2
Kerb Weight 1588 kg 1385 kg
Cargo Volume -- 170 L
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Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 20 Inch
Tyre Size 215/45 R20 245/35 ZR20
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 ZR20

Steering

Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
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 --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
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Security

Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Central Locking -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes

Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 3.4L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve 3.4L 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 --
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes --
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat No No
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes 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
Cup Holders-Front -- Yes
Cup Holders-Rear -- No
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Bottle Holder -- Yes
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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
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 --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes No
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Removable Convertible Top No --
Roof Carrier No No
Side Stepper No --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No No
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- No
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Sun Roof -- No
Moon Roof -- No
Chrome Grille -- No
Chrome Garnish -- No
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 Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Driving Experience Control Eco Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
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