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tel: 775-629-6167Cool Classics International
9730 S Virginia St
Reno NV, 89511
Iconic Carbon-bodied Plug-in Hybrid Sports Car.
The 2015 BMW i8 was a defining vehicle that launched BMW into the electrified performance segment. As the flagship of the new BMW 'i' sub-brand, the i8 made its debut in 2014, fulfilling the promise of the earlier Vision EfficientDynamics concept. It was designed from the outset to resolve the traditional conflict between high performance and efficiency, setting the course for BMW's comprehensive electrification strategy and establishing itself as a trailblazing modern sports car.
The car's structural foundation is the revolutionary LifeDrive architecture, which separates the vehicle into two modules. The passenger cell (Life module) is made from lightweight, high-strength Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP), while the drivetrain and chassis components reside in the aluminum Drive module. This construction method resulted in a low curb weight (around 3,455 lbs) and a near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution, essential for its dynamic handling.
The i8 is powered by a sophisticated plug-in hybrid all-wheel-drive system. It combines a compact 1.5-liter, three-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine driving the rear wheels with an electric motor powering the front wheels. This dual-source setup delivers a combined system output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque.
The potent powertrain enables the i8 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 4.2 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph. The system is supported by a 7.1 kWh lithium-ion battery, allowing for short-range, pure-electric driving (approx. 15 miles EPA) at speeds up to 75 mph. The car achieves remarkable efficiency for a sports car, earning an impressive EPA rating of 76 MPGe.
Visually, the i8 is unmistakable, defined by its dramatic, aerodynamically optimized design and signature gullwing doors. Inside, the 2+2 seater cabin showcases cutting-edge technology and sustainability, featuring naturally-tanned leather, a digital instrument cluster, and BMW's iDrive system. The i8's blend of exotic styling, pioneering CFRP construction, and advanced hybrid technology cemented its place as an icon of 21st-century automotive design.
2015 BMW i8
$64,500
2015 BMW i8
$64,500
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The 2015 BMW i8 was a defining vehicle that launched BMW into the electrified performance segment. As the flagship of the new BMW 'i' sub-brand, the i8 made its debut in 2014, fulfilling the promise of the earlier Vision EfficientDynamics concept. It was designed from the outset to resolve the traditional conflict between high performance and efficiency, setting the course for BMW's comprehensive electrification strategy and establishing itself as a trailblazing modern sports car.
The car's structural foundation is the revolutionary LifeDrive architecture, which separates the vehicle into two modules. The passenger cell (Life module) is made from lightweight, high-strength Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP), while the drivetrain and chassis components reside in the aluminum Drive module. This construction method resulted in a low curb weight (around 3,455 lbs) and a near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution, essential for its dynamic handling.
The i8 is powered by a sophisticated plug-in hybrid all-wheel-drive system. It combines a compact 1.5-liter, three-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine driving the rear wheels with an electric motor powering the front wheels. This dual-source setup delivers a combined system output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque.
The potent powertrain enables the i8 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 4.2 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph. The system is supported by a 7.1 kWh lithium-ion battery, allowing for short-range, pure-electric driving (approx. 15 miles EPA) at speeds up to 75 mph. The car achieves remarkable efficiency for a sports car, earning an impressive EPA rating of 76 MPGe.
Visually, the i8 is unmistakable, defined by its dramatic, aerodynamically optimized design and signature gullwing doors. Inside, the 2+2 seater cabin showcases cutting-edge technology and sustainability, featuring naturally-tanned leather, a digital instrument cluster, and BMW's iDrive system. The i8's blend of exotic styling, pioneering CFRP construction, and advanced hybrid technology cemented its place as an icon of 21st-century automotive design.
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