Sample Car

2018 BMW i8 Specs

• Engine: 1.5L turbocharged 3-cylinder + electric motor
• Power: 369 hp
• 0–60 mph: ~4.2 seconds
• Top speed: 155 mph
• Drivetrain: AWD
• Electric-only range: ~18 miles (EPA)

Running Costs

• Fuel economy: 27 MPG combined (or much better if charged regularly)
• Insurance: approximately $2,500–5,000/year depending on age and location.
• Maintenance is more expensive than a typical BMW, and repairs (especially battery, carbon-fiber body panels, or hybrid components) can be costly once out of warranty.