On the 19th July, BMW officially launched their hybrid sportscar the i8. Priced from £94,845 on-the-road, in its first full year, BMW expect to sell circa 750 BMW i8s. Here are the highlights and links to previous articles explaining the i8 in full.
- BMW’s first ever 1.5-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine
- ICE aided by a 96kw electric motor
- 155mph yet 49g/km and 135mpg
- From £94,845 OTR
- BMW 360° ELECTRIC provides unique package of assistance and mobility solutions
- ConnectedDrive features intrinsic part of car’s connectivity
- UK launch of 19 July, 2014
In the UK, 47 BMW dealerships have been appointed i agents, although the entire network can handle the servicing needs of the i8.
- BMW i8 Reveal at Frankfurt IAA
- BMW i8 Features Armoured Glass
- The BMW i8 – A New Era of Sustainable Performance
- BMW i8 Carbon Fibre
- BMW Illuminates us on Laser Headlight Technology
- Louis Vuitton creates tailor-made luggage for the BMW i8
- Real World Fuel Consumption better than Anticipated for BMW i8
- Goodwood Festival of Speed Hots up with BMW i8
- BMW i8 First Deliveries Commence
