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About BMW i8 \u2013 First of a New Era.<\/span><\/h1>\n

The BMW i8 unites in itself efficiency, innovation and sportiness. The combination of the BMW eDrive and the intelligent light weight construction are making the i8 into a true sportscar with hybrid drive. The BMW posesses two engines. A three-cylinder BMW Twin Power Turbo petrol engine with 1,5 liter capacity and 170kW\/231PS and a maximum torque of 320Nm <\/span><\/span><\/span>at the rear axle and an electric motor with 96kW\/131HP (LCI & roadster: 105kW\/143HP) and a maximum torque of 250Nm over the front axle. Together, the two drives achieve a system output of 266kW\/362PS (LCI & roadster: 275kW\/374PS). <\/span><\/span><\/span>Through this innovative and unique combination the i8 can reach a consumption of 2.1l\/100km (113mpg) and on the other hand a maximum speed of 250km\/h (155mph). As part of the overall concept BMW i the i8 conveys a new understanding of driving, where sustainability and pure driving please can complement on another perfectly.<\/p>\n

On the following pages we would like to give you more to information on the conceptual and technical facts as well as aspects of the inspiring design of the BMW i8.<\/p>\n

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