The 2020 BMW i8 boasts outside-the-box styling and a plug-in powertrain that saves fuel, but it lacks the performance of more exotic sports cars.

A massive increase in power, a longer all-electric driving range, updated styling, and a more capable chassis are all expected to separate the i8 M from the model it will ultimately replace.

BMW offers a single powertrain in the i8. It mates a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder gas engine with an 11.6-kWh battery pack and two electric motors.

The 2020 BMW i8 boasts outside-the-box styling and a plug-in powertrain that saves fuel, but it lacks the performance of more exotic sports cars.

The BMW i8 isn’t the fastest supercar by any means, nor is it the greenest choice for anyone who wants long-distance EV range. But when it comes to head-turning design this BMW plug-in …

Oct 21, 2016 · From its concept-car styling to its laser headlights, the hybrid-electric BMW i8 is a sight to behold.

Apr 30, 2018 · A fabric-roofed edition of the BMW i8 arrives alongside a mild styling refresh and upgraded electric drive system for 2019. Read our first-drive impressions of the new i8 …

Aug 9, 2013 · At higher speeds, the gas engine engages and the electric motor shifts into high gear to help it contribute to performance up to the 155-mph top speed.

The 2020 BMW i8 boasts outside-the-box styling and a plug-in powertrain that saves fuel, but it lacks the performance of more exotic sports cars.

Feb 12, 2024 · We thought the new car would bear i8 M badging to mark improvements such as increases in power, a longer electric driving range, more aggressive styling, and a more …