Question 1

What is the combined power output of the BMW i8?

Accepted Answer

BMW Group Australia's own specification guide lists a combined 266kW and 570Nm from the i8's 1.5-litre 3-cylinder TwinPower Turbo petrol engine (170kW/320Nm) and hybrid synchronous electric motor (96kW/250Nm).

Question 2

What is the BMW i8's electric range and battery capacity?

Accepted Answer

BMW's spec guide lists a 7.1kWh nominal (5.1kWh usable) high-voltage battery with an 8-year/100,000km battery certificate, charged via a Type 1 AC connector at up to 3.7kW.

Question 3

Does the BMW i8 have autonomous emergency braking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. BMW's specification guide lists a 'Driving Assistant' camera-based system including Approach Control Warning with Light City Braking function from 10-60km/h, plus Person (pedestrian) Warning, as standard equipment.

Question 4

Is the BMW i8 still sold new in Australia?

Accepted Answer

No. The i8 has been discontinued in Australia; this listing reflects BMW Group Australia's own archived November 2017 specification guide.

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