It’s not often you see a concept car come to life. But when BMW unveiled the i8, that’s exactly what it felt like. First shown in 2009 and launched in 2012, the BMW i8 looked like it had driven straight out of the future. Sleek, low-slung, and jaw-droppingly beautiful, it wasn’t just another sports car it was a glimpse of what cars could be.
Instead of a big roaring V8, BMW took a bold turn. The BMW i8 came with a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo engine borrowed from MINI yes, really. But pair it with an electric motor on the front axle and suddenly you have a high-tech, all-wheel-drive sports car with up to 369 horsepower. It could fly from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.2 seconds not bad for a car designed to be kind to the planet.
The BMW i8 wasn’t about pure EV range. It offered around 15 miles of electric driving perfect for city commutes. Then, the gas engine took over for longer drives or bursts of performance. It even had a two-speed gearbox for the electric motor, making it feel smooth and responsive in any condition.
Let’s be honest most people fall in love with the BMW i8 because of how it looks. With scissor doors, futuristic lighting, and sculpted aerodynamics, the i8 still looks like a concept car today. You don’t blend in when you drive this.
When new, the BMW i8 cost around $137,000. Now? You can find one for under $40,000. That’s less than many mid-range sedans. For that price, you’re getting a carbon-fiber chassis, hybrid performance, and exotic design in one unforgettable package.
Disclaimer: Prices, performance data, and availability mentioned are based on information current at the time of writing and may change. Always inspect any used vehicle and verify details before purchase.
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