Is i8 faster than M4?

Yes, the BMW i8 is generally faster than the BMW M4 in terms of acceleration.

How fast is a BMW i8 0 to 60?

The BMW i8 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.2 seconds.

Is the BMW i8 twin turbo?

No, the BMW i8 is not twin turbo; it uses a turbocharged three-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.

Is the BMW i8 a V6 or V8?

The BMW i8 is neither a V6 nor a V8; it has a 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.

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BMW i8 Specifications Comparison By Trims

3 Cars Hide common specs	BMW i8 2024 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2023 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2018 Plug-in HybridSAR 1,020,000

3 Cars Hide common specs	BMW i8 2024 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2023 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2018 Plug-in HybridSAR 1,020,000
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	1.5 L	1.5 L	1.5 L
Fuel Type	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
Horsepower (BHP)	374 BHP	374 BHP	374 BHP
Torque (N-m)	570	570	570
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater
Length	4689	4689	4.689
Width	1942	1942	1.942
Height	1293	1293	1.293
Wheelbase	2800	2800	2.800
Trunk Capacity	154	154	154
Rim Size			✓
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Coupe	Coupe
0-100km/h acceleration time(s)	4.4	4.4	4.4
Battery Range (WLTC)			✓
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	250	250	250
No. of Cylinders	3	3	3
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	40.0	40.0	40.0
Technologies
Moving object detection system	✓	✓
Road sign assist	✓	✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control	✓	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓
Drive Computer	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓
Cornering assist	✓	✓
Apps	✓	✓	✓
Intelligent Key	✓	✓	✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓
Navigation System	✓	✓	✓
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓
Moving Object Detection System			✓
Road Sign Assist			✓
Cornering Assist			✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓
LED Taillights	✓	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror	✓	✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	✓	✓
Rain Sensing Wiper			✓
Interior
Interior central locking	✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Scuff Plate	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓
Odometer	✓	✓	✓
Multi info	✓	✓
Electronic handbrake	✓	✓
Power Outlets	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓
Ambient Lighting	✓	✓	✓
Sport Pedals	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Electric			✓
Front Reading Lamps			✓
Interior Central Locking			✓
Electronic Handbrake			✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Electronic engine immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓
Welcome Light	✓	✓	✓
Seats - Comfort	✓	✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓	✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Engine Immobilizer			✓
Safety
Anti-Theft Alarm System	✓	✓	✓
Advanced Air Bags System (AABS)	✓	✓	✓
Collision Detection	✓	✓	✓
Speed Limiter	✓	✓	✓
Crash Auto Door Unlock	✓	✓	✓
Auto Door Lock	✓	✓	✓
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓	✓	✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only	✓	✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓	✓
Number of Airbags			✓
Traction Control System (TCS / ASR, etc.)			✓
Vehicle Stability System (ESP/DSC, etc.)			✓
Chassis & Steering
Dynamic Damper Control	✓	✓	✓
Adaptive Suspension Package	✓	✓	✓
Drive Type	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
Transmission
Paddle Shifters	✓	✓	✓
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓	✓
USB	✓	✓	✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓
iPod Interface	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓
Premium Brand Audio System	✓	✓	✓
IPod Interface			✓
Multi Information Display			✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about BMW i8

Yes, the BMW i8 is generally faster than the BMW M4 in terms of acceleration.
The BMW i8 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.2 seconds.
No, the BMW i8 is not twin turbo; it uses a turbocharged three-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.
The BMW i8 is neither a V6 nor a V8; it has a 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.

BMW i8 Specifications Comparison By Trims

3 Cars Hide common specs	BMW i8 2024 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2023 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2018 Plug-in HybridSAR 1,020,000

3 Cars Hide common specs	BMW i8 2024 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2023 Plug-in HybridTBD	BMW i8 2018 Plug-in HybridSAR 1,020,000
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	1.5 L	1.5 L	1.5 L
Fuel Type	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
Horsepower (BHP)	374 BHP	374 BHP	374 BHP
Torque (N-m)	570	570	570
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater
Length	4689	4689	4.689
Width	1942	1942	1.942
Height	1293	1293	1.293
Wheelbase	2800	2800	2.800
Trunk Capacity	154	154	154
Rim Size			✓
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Coupe	Coupe
0-100km/h acceleration time(s)	4.4	4.4	4.4
Battery Range (WLTC)			✓
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	250	250	250
No. of Cylinders	3	3	3
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	40.0	40.0	40.0
Technologies
Moving object detection system	✓	✓
Road sign assist	✓	✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control	✓	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓
Drive Computer	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓
Cornering assist	✓	✓
Apps	✓	✓	✓
Intelligent Key	✓	✓	✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓
Navigation System	✓	✓	✓
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓
Moving Object Detection System			✓
Road Sign Assist			✓
Cornering Assist			✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓
LED Taillights	✓	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror	✓	✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	✓	✓
Rain Sensing Wiper			✓
Interior
Interior central locking	✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Scuff Plate	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓
Odometer	✓	✓	✓
Multi info	✓	✓
Electronic handbrake	✓	✓
Power Outlets	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓
Ambient Lighting	✓	✓	✓
Sport Pedals	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Electric			✓
Front Reading Lamps			✓
Interior Central Locking			✓
Electronic Handbrake			✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Electronic engine immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓
Welcome Light	✓	✓	✓
Seats - Comfort	✓	✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓	✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Engine Immobilizer			✓
Safety
Anti-Theft Alarm System	✓	✓	✓
Advanced Air Bags System (AABS)	✓	✓	✓
Collision Detection	✓	✓	✓
Speed Limiter	✓	✓	✓
Crash Auto Door Unlock	✓	✓	✓
Auto Door Lock	✓	✓	✓
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓	✓	✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only	✓	✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓	✓
Number of Airbags			✓
Traction Control System (TCS / ASR, etc.)			✓
Vehicle Stability System (ESP/DSC, etc.)			✓
Chassis & Steering
Dynamic Damper Control	✓	✓	✓
Adaptive Suspension Package	✓	✓	✓
Drive Type	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
Transmission
Paddle Shifters	✓	✓	✓
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓	✓
USB	✓	✓	✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓
iPod Interface	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓
Premium Brand Audio System	✓	✓	✓
IPod Interface			✓
Multi Information Display			✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about BMW i8

Yes, the BMW i8 is generally faster than the BMW M4 in terms of acceleration.
The BMW i8 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.2 seconds.
No, the BMW i8 is not twin turbo; it uses a turbocharged three-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.
The BMW i8 is neither a V6 nor a V8; it has a 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor.

BMW i8 Specifications Comparison By Trims

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Technologies

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Is i8 faster than M4?

How fast is a BMW i8 0 to 60?

Is the BMW i8 twin turbo?

Is the BMW i8 a V6 or V8?

BMW i8 Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Car Information

Engine / Motor

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Is i8 faster than M4?

How fast is a BMW i8 0 to 60?

Is the BMW i8 twin turbo?

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