BMW i8 (2015) Specifications
The BMW i8 is powered by a turbocharged 1.5 litre1499 cc(91.475 cu in) Premium and Electricity engine, paired with a 6 speed automatic transmission. It returns a combined fuel economy of 28 MPG. Body style is a 2 Seater Fixed-Head Coupé with 2 doors. It has a length of 4697 mm, width of 1942 mm, wheelbase of 2800 mm.
Fuel Economy
City MPG28
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG28
EV Range330 mi
Annual Fuel Cost$2900
GHG Score10 / 10
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Size1.5 L
Cylinders3
Fuel TypePremium and Electricity
Second FuelElectricity
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
CO₂198 g/mi
Body & Engine
Body Type2 Seater Fixed-Head Coupé
AspirationTurbo
Engine TypePetrol
Gearbox6 speed automatic
Engine LayoutTransverse
Additional Specs
Doors2
Engine ManufacturerBMW
Engine Capacity1.5 litre1499 cc(91.475 cu in)
Max Power231 PS (228 bhp) (170 kW)at 5800 rpm
Max Torque320 Nm (236 ft·lb) (32.6 kgm)at 3700 rpm
Wheel Size7J x 20
BrakesVeDi/VeDi-S-ABS
Fuel Systemdirect petrol injection
Secondary MotorAC asynchronous electric motor
Secondary Power131.0 PS (129 bhp, 96.3 kW) @ 4800 rpm
Secondary Torque250.0 Nm (184 ft·lb, 25 kgm) @ 0 rpm
Dimensions & Weight
Length4697 mm
Width1942 mm
Height1291 mm
Wheelbase2800 mm
Ground Clearance117 mm
Kerb Weight1567 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity42 litres
Performance & Chassis
0-60 mph4.2 s
Top Speed250 km/h (155 mph)
Front Tyres195/50 R 20
Rear Tyres215/45 R 20
BMW i8 Across Model Years
| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Engine Capacity | 1.5L | 1.5 litre1499 cc(91.475 cu in) | 1.5 litre1499 cc(91.475 cu in) | 1.5 litre1499 cc(91.475 cu in) |
| Fuel Type | Premium and Electricity | Premium and Electricity | Petrol | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd | 6 speed automatic | 6 speed automatic | 6 speed automatic |
| Body Type | Subcompact Cars | 2 Seater Fixed-Head Coupé | 2 Seater Fixed-Head Coupé | 2 Seater Fixed-Head Coupé |
