2015 BMW i8 Coupe

2015 i8

Overview
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Competition

$136,500 MSRP From
28 mpg AVG, Comb.
4.2 sec. 0-60 MPH
Hybrid Powered
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BMW i8 is a four-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury Performance Coupe category. For the 2015 model year, the 1.5L Inline-3 Turbo hybrid engine produces 357 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,455 lbs. coupe to reach 60 mph from zero in just 4.2 seconds.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: 87.3 in
Width W/O Mirrors: 76.5 in
Length: 184.9 in
Height: 50.8 in
Wheelbase: 110.2 in

2015 i8 has a relatively long wheelbase ( 110.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3455 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 43.1 inHip Room: -Head Room: 38.7 inShoulder Room: 56.7 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 28.2 inHip Room: -Head Room: 32.4 inShoulder Room: 49.6 in

Trunk Volume

4.7 ft³

2015 i8 seats four adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, i8 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 4.7 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2015 i8 Base
Starging MSRP	$136,500
Engine	1.5L Inline-3 Turbo
HP	357 hp
Drivetrain	All Wheel Drive
0-60 mph	4.2 sec
City	-
Highway	-
Combined	28 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost

2015 i8 Coupe comes in one trim level, with an average price that is $2,120 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, i8 has a class-leading fuel economy of 28 mpg.

Safety

Complaints: 3
Recalls: 1

Customers have filed three complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There is also one recall issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively high number.