i8

2014-2020

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BMW i8 2014 - Front 3/4 view

Front 3/4

Engineering first

BMW's vision of the future sports car — a plug-in hybrid with supercar looks and the carbon footprint of a compact. The i8 proved electrification could be desirable, not just sensible.

History

The i8's carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic body sat on an aluminum chassis, keeping weight under 1,600 kg despite hybrid hardware. Scissor doors and a striking silhouette made it look faster than its numbers suggested.

Timeline

2014Production begins

2020Production ends

Production & Heritage

Production Total20,500

DesignerBenoit Jacob

Production Period2014-2020

Estimated Value$50K-$90K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine1.5L I3 Turbo + Electric (B38)

Power369 hp

Transmission6-speed automatic + 2-speed e-drive

DrivetrainAWD

Weight1,535 kg

Engine Details

Displacement1.5L (1,499 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power4.2 kg/hp

Tags

Electric Hybrid Turbocharged AWD 2010s Automatic

Designed by Benoit Jacob

From the 2010s

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