2022 BMW i8 Review, Pricing and Specs

The BMW i8 is a clever plug-in hybrid, mid-engine supercar that was ahead of its time at launch. It wasn’t ever the fastest or most capable car in its price range but it offers a unique and interesting take on the supercar, while also packing stunning good looks and a bit of all-electric range. First launched as a series production car back in 2014, the first-ever plug-in hybrid sports car from BMW has quickly become the most successful performance vehicle in the world. The BMW i8 Coupe and i8 Roadster are the ultimate technological milestones of the BMW Group, blending in a spectacular and futuristic design with state-of-the-art engineering. The reason why the i8 is so important to BMW is the fact that it laid the foundation for future electrification of the entire range of models.

BMW i8 Engine, Transmission, and Performance

One of the things that makes the BMW i8 so unique is its powertrain. The i8 essentially has two separate powertrains; a 1.5 liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, paired with an electric motor, that powers the rear wheels, and a single electric motor that powers the front wheels. Total system power is 369 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, which helps the i8 get from 0-60 mph in about 4.4 seconds. Interestingly, the BMW i8 was also the first hybrid/EV to use a two-speed transmission for its electric motor at the front.

BMW Fuel Economy and MPG

The whole point of making the BMW i8 a hybrid was to offer impressive fuel economy on top of supercar performance/styling. While the i8 isn’t as economical as BMW had hoped, it’s still more economical than most supercars, capable of returning 35 MPGe. Because of that front electric motor, the latest iteration of the BMW i8 can drive up to 22 miles on pure electric power alone.

Interior and Cargo Space

While most mid-engine supercars have both a rear and front trunk, the BMW i8 does not, as the front electric motor and transmission take up the space where a “frunk” would go. Also, the rear trunk isn’t capable of holding much of anything. An average-sized briefcase will take up the most of the rear trunk space. There’s also very little in the way of interior cargo space.

The interior was also always the i8’s biggest criticism. While the exterior design is breathtaking, the interior design is both a bit too vanilla and a bit too low-rent for its price tag. It’s a sustainable interior with a lot of unique materials built with a minimalistic approach.

Infotainment System for BMW i8

Being an older BMW, the i8 uses BMW’s iDrive 6 system, which is a bit behind the times. However, it’s still very functional, easy to use, and easy to understand. While owners of more modern BMWs might be disappointed by the i8’s infotainment system, it’s perfectly functional and usable, with all the necessary modern features.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

This is another area where the BMW i8 shows its age. Having debuted in 2014, with only a mild LCI facelift a few years later, the i8 lacks many of the driver-assistance features of more modern cars. It has things like automated emergency braking, forward collision warnings, and front and rear parking sensors but it lacks lane-keep assist, any of BMW’s Level 2 autonomy, and even blind-spot monitors. The last bit is especially frustrating when you consider the bad blind spots it has, inherent of mid-engine supercars.

BMW i8 Pricing

When it was new, the BMW i8 started at $148,495. However, it’s no longer on sale and used examples can be had for well under $100,000. Considering the fact that it’s a mid-engine supercar with a hybrid powertrain, a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, and sports car performance, it’s actually a good deal on the used market. The 2020 i8 Roadster with its MSRP of $164,295 was at some point the most expensive BMW on sale, but some units at around 100,000 miles can be purchased for around $100,000.

Yes. The BMW is absolutely a joy to drive every day. You can use either the plug-in hybrid mode, or you can go fully in Sport Mode and use the 1.5 liter 3-cylinder engine. Alternatively, you can drive fully electric, thanks to its battery.

The BMW i8 is expensive to buy, but running costs are reasonable and the i8 is fairly reliable.

MSRP pricing starts at $143,400. But unfortunately, the BMW i8 was discontinued so you can only find used / pre-owned models. The BMW i8 can be purchased at great prices, around $60,000-$70,000 used.

BMW decided to cancel the i8 to bring a new successor – The BMW M Vision Next. But that supercar was also canceled. Building the original BMW i8 was deemed very expensive, thanks to its carbon fiber chassis and construction, worthy of a supercar.

The BMW i8 has a small battery pack and just like all electric cars has a 10 year warranty. But of course, the charging capacity might decrease over time, depending on charging habits, weather conditions and more.

The BMW i8 is a plug-in hybrid sports car developed by BMW. The BMW i8 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.4 seconds. The BMW i8 uses a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder gas engine with an 11.6-kWh battery pack and two electric motors. They make together 369 horsepower, capable of driving all four wheels.

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Used 2020 BMW i8

Colin Ryan specializes in writing about new cars. He has done this for the Los Angeles Times, Variety, Kelley Blue Book, Autotrader, Popular Mechanics, Mazda and Lexus customer magazines, plus a bunch of enthusiast sites and publications. And he spent several years as a staff writer at BBC Top Gear magazine. During this zig-zag of a career trajectory, he has driven everything from budget Malaysian hatchbacks (yes, they exist) to scarily expensive Italian exotica.

Pros

Eco-conscious supercar in coupe or convertible (Roadster) styles
Radical looks
Revolutionary construction
Built using 100-percent renewable energy
BMW dynamics

Cons

Not the most thrilling soundtrack
Several rivals are faster despite being heavier

What’s New?

Icon Adaptive Headlights w/Laserlight is a new option
Free Apple CarPlay subscription extended to 20 years
Ultimate Sophisto Edition cosmetic treatment marks the i8’s final year

The 2020 BMW i8 is for enlightened thrill-seekers. Drivers who still want the whole experience to be entertaining and involving, yet understand the negative messages various performance cars emit and would like to keep all adverse emissions as low as possible. The BMW i8 is a plug-in hybrid, but not the usual kind with a line of slow-moving traffic stuck behind it.

Unconventional in the way it’s built and the materials deployed, the i8 is the only exotic car with a 3-cylinder engine, sipping gasoline instead of gulping it down. It comes in fixed-roof coupe form or as a soft-top Roadster, whose powered roof performs its task in less than 16 seconds, even while moving at up to 31 mph.

Each version retains a futurist look, but the actual future for the i8 is not so exciting. BMW will discontinue it after this year.

Which Model is Right for Me?

2020 BMW i8 Coupe

LED headlights w/automatic high beams
Dual-zone automatic climate control
20-inch alloy wheels
Leather upholstery
Apple CarPlay
Harman Kardon 11-speaker/360-watt audio

2020 BMW i8 Roadster

Power soft top
Glass rear window/wind deflector
Harman Kardon 12-speaker/360-watt audio

Driving the Used 2020 BMW i8

The thing that makes the 2020 i8 feel even faster than a stopwatch might convey is the way the acceleration kicks in quickly (electric motors have a wonderful way of providing almost all their thrust from standstill), then keeps surging and surging.

This all happens, though, without the growling exhaust notes of a V8. It can be super-hushed when using just the battery power that can still propel the i8 to 75 mph.

BMW’s profound expertise is evident in the i8’s handling, which is dynamic and super-responsive without being harsh. The i8’s electrically assisted steering impressed most of our editors to the point where some said they preferred it over a much-loved (and much-missed) traditional hydraulic setup.

Interior Comfort

It’s the blue light surrounding the steering wheel’s BMW badge that catches the eye and reminds the driver that an i8 isn’t like other cars. It’s interesting how much of BMW’s interior design language can adapt and apply to something as exceptional as this. Such as the shape of the gearshift lever, vents and switches.

Although the i8 launched in 2014, the cabin still looks like a BMW from the future. Many materials used inside are reusable. The Coupe’s front seats are perfectly comfortable. In the quest to save weight, though, there isn’t much range of adjustment. There are a couple of small rear seats in this model, but they’re really only suitable for children. Or better yet, weekend bags. The Roadster is a 2-seater.

Exterior Styling

Those scissor doors might seem like a mere design extravagance, and their visual impact is certainly considerable, but there’s thought behind the theater. They make B-pillars unnecessary, providing cleaner lines that help with the aerodynamics. Other high-style features like the V-shaped hood vent and split rear wing are also beautifully functional.

Both the Coupe and Roadster share the same wide, low stance rolling on 20-inch alloy wheels. And the CFRP body can be shaped according to the designer’s (and aerodynamicist’s) wishes in a way that metal can’t, making an i8 exceptional even among exotic cars.

Favorite Features

LIGHTWEIGHT BODY
By using a composite shell of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) that’s half the weight of steel yet equally as strong, along with an aluminum frame, BMW was able to fine-tune weight distribution, offset the bulk of the lithium-ion battery pack and keep the center of gravity low. Yet the structure stills holds up reassuringly well in crash testing.

TORQUE-VECTORING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
The standard all-wheel-drive system helps with straight-line acceleration and contributes to the car’s remarkable agility. It sends power to whatever wheel or wheels have the best grip, providing superior traction over any road condition.

Standard Features

For something that aspires to lightness, the 2020 i8 comes well-stocked with standard features, like an adaptive suspension, rain-sensing wipers, front/rear parking sensors, heated seats, perforated leather upholstery, ambient LED cabin lighting, digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, and an 8.8-inch infotainment display.

The navigation system uses topography and traffic information to choose the most efficient route, and a smartphone app provides remote control of climate control, locks and other functions. The Roadster adds a power-folding soft top.

Safety features include six airbags, BMW Assist with 24/7 emergency services, full-color head-up display, and a 360-degree camera system.

Factory Options

Any new i8 buyer is probably going to be something of a tech-head. Let the cavemen drive their old-school muscle cars. With that in mind, the optional Icon Adaptive LED headlights with Laserlight might seem like an intriguing way to spend $6,300.

The icon part refers to their distinctive look. The adaptive part allows the beams to shine away from ongoing cars but onto things like road signs. And the Laserlight thing doesn’t zap that slow Prius in front, but the high beams are produced by laser light going through a set of mirrors.

Among the few other options are Tera World and Tera World Copper packages offering specific interior color schemes, plus aerodynamic additions and a dual-voltage (120/240 volts) BMW TurboCord. The Ultimate Sophisto package is limited to 200 units globally.

Engine & Transmission

Not exactly under the hood, but behind the seats of the BMW i8 is a turbocharged 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine, while up front is an electric motor powered by a battery pack that has its own liquid cooling system. A 6-speed automatic transmission (with shift paddles mounted under the steering wheel) sends the combined energy to all four wheels.

The i8 can run solely on electric power for 18 miles and is recharged in about three hours using a Level 2 (220-volt) charger, or 2.5 hours with a DC Fast Charger. The EPA has a method of calculating a miles-per-gallon equivalent (MPGe) that includes the drivetrain running in electric mode only.

1.5-liter turbocharged inline-3 + AC synchronous electric motor/generator
11.6-kWh lithium-ion battery pack
369 net horsepower
420 net lb-ft of torque
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 27 mpg combined; 69 MPGe combined city/highway

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