Sample Car

$38,000–45,000

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.