BMW i8
BMW i8
Coupe
$147,500
Similar Cars

BMW i8 vs McLaren 600LT Spider Comparison

Overview: BMW i8 vs 600LT Spider

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Power 228 hp 592 hp
Engine Displacement - 3799 cc

Best Loan Offers

DP $29,500 Installment : $2,536 x 60 Months VIEW NOVEMBER PROMOS VIEW NOVEMBER PROMOS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
1 reviews
Tell us your vehicle story Write a Review
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...

    Read More
    J
    Joshua 09 Jul, 2019 for BMW i8
--

From The Experts

Things we like

Exterior design

Progressive engine

Excellent in-car technology

Read More
--
Things we don't like

Substandard interior plastic quality

Low practicality

Uncomfortable ingress and ingress 

 

Read More
--

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 --
View All

Transmission

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

Performance

Power 228 hp 592 hp
Torque 320 Nm 620 Nm
Acceleration 4.2 s 2.9 s
Secondary Engine Max Power 141 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 249 Nm Nm --
Top Speed 155 kmph 324 kmph
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement -- 3799 cc
View All

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 4 seats 2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 42 L 72 L
Length 4696 mm 4604 mm
Ground Clearance 117 mm 92 mm
Width 2217 mm 2095 mm
Height 1290 mm 1196 mm
Wheel Base 2799 mm 2670 mm
Front Tread 1643 mm 1670 mm
Rear Tread 1722 mm 1591 mm
No Of Doors 2 2
Kerb Weight 1588 kg 1406 kg
View All

Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch R19
Tyre Size 215/45 R20 225/35 R19
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R19

Steering

Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Turning Radius -- 6.05 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front 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
Rear Seat Belts -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
View All

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 3.8L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC VVT 3.8L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC VVT
Valve Configuration -- DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes --
Rear A/C Vents No --
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No --
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes 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 --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Accessory Power Outlet -- Yes
Cup Holders-Front -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Bottle Holder -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
View All

Entertainment & Communication

Navigation System Yes No
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes --
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes No
Touch Screen -- Yes
FM/AM/Radio -- No
View All

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 --
Rear Window Washer No --
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Removable Convertible Top No Yes
Roof Carrier No --
Side Stepper No --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No --
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs --
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs --
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener -- Yes
View All

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes --
Fabric Upholstery No --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes --
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Advance Safety Feature -- Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist
View All