BMW i8 is a four-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury Performance Coupe category. For the 2017 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. The i8 is capable of traveling 15 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes two hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries. Based on the estimated annual premium gasoline spending of $2,500, in five years you will save $1,000 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. Leasing a 2017 BMW i8 Coupe will set you back at least $1539 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2017 BMW i8 Coupe starting from $1,539 a month with $3,999 due at signing.
2017 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.
2017 i8 seats four adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - legs - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, i8 ia a class-leader on only one measurement - hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs, shoulders, and head. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 4.7 cu. ft.
Trim | 2017 i8 Base |
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Starging MSRP | $143,400 |
Engine | 1.5L Inline-3 Turbo + Electric Motor |
HP | 357 hp |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 4.2 sec |
Electric City Range | 14.73 ml. |
Electric Highway Range | 15.43 ml. |
Electric Combined Range | 15 ml. |
City | 80 MPGe |
Highway | 72 MPGe |
Combined | 76 MPGe |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,500 |
2017 i8 Coupe comes in one trim level, with an average price that is $596 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.
Customers have not yet filed any complaints for this vehicle, despite having one recall issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively low number.