Overview
Armed with a 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 engine and three electric motors powered by a 7.1 kWh battery, fused to a 6-speed automatic transmission, the 2014 BMW i8 Coupe makes 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 228 horsepower while the electric motors manage 129 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2014 BMW i8 Coupe cover 0-60 in 3.8 seconds. You can drive the i8 Coupe for 15 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the i8 Coupe achieves an impressive 76 mpge while getting 28 mpg from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $135,700, the i8 Coupe makes a formidable competitor in the midsize coupe segment, competing with the likes of non-hybrid competitors of the same price range including the Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe and the Maserati GranTurismo Coupe.
