The BMW i8 is a high end luxury sports car from the
German auto giant the BMW AG. This plug-in type hybrid car uses a petrol engine
along with an electric motor for powering the car. This futuristic car has been
launched in India in February 2015. Check out images & photos of latest car
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Development
of the i8
The BMW had unveiled the concept BMW Vision
EfiicientDynamics in 2009. A prototype had been made in 2013. The production
model was unveiled during the 2013 German Motor Show. The production started in
April 2014.
Costliest
BMW car in India
In the Indian markets the i8 comes in a single
variant with 4 upholstery options. The price of the BMW i8 is Rupees 2.29 crore
which is less than those of the rivals like the Audi R8, the Land Rover Range
Rover and the Lamborghini Aventador. Also
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Stylish
body
The BMW i8 has a front fascia with the unique kidney
shaped BMW grille, automatic head lights with LED lamps, LED DRLs and tinted
glasses. The i8 has electric ORVMs with anti-dazzle function, a sun roof,
self-locking wheel bolts, rain sensing wipers and a rear spoiler.
High-tech
cabins
The posh cabins of the i8 are spacious and
comfortable. The head room is 824 to 983 mm and the shoulder room 1308 to 522
mm. The cabin has standard features like an automatic AC, leather upholstery,
leather-wrapped multi functional steering wheel, smart-key entry and
electrically adjustable seats. The BMW ConnectiveDrive includes 4 top view and
side view cameras, BMW Heads-up display and digital instrument display on a 22”
screen. Also there are features like voice control, Harman touch controller,
GPS navigation system, Bluetooth connectivity and front and rear parking
assistance with camera display.
Safety
features
A lot of safety features are provided for the BMW
i8. They include 8 air bags, ABS, EBD, BA, Cornering Brake Control, electric
parking brakes, Dynamic Stability Control, Hill Assistance and an engine
immobiliser.
Power
train and drive
The i8 has a 131 bhp electric motor connected to a
chargeable 7.1 KWh Li-Ion battery and a 1.5 litre, 231 bhp petrol engine for
powering the vehicle with a fuel efficiency of 47.45 kmpl. When e-Drive is
applied the motor powers the car up to a speed of 65 kmph. When more speed is
required the petrol engine comes in parallel.
Facts
about BMW i8
·
‘Luxury Green Car of the year 2015’
award
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Wheel base- 2800 mm, ground clearance-
117 mm
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Transmission 6-speed automatic
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Top speed 250 kmpl
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Boot size- 154 litres
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Drive mode selection
Our
views
The BMW i8 is the cheapest among the rivals. The
loaded features and good fuel efficiencies make this the best sports car in
India.
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