BMW i8 First Edition
Top 82% of 18 coupé plug-in hybrid models in this price class.
The BMW i8 First Edition is a coupé powered by an plug-in hybrid drivetrain delivering 231 hp (170 kW).
BMW i8 First Edition at a glance
Performance
It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 s and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h. Power is routed through a all-wheel-drive layout via an automatic gearbox.
Efficiency & range
The First Edition offers a range of 37 km, a battery capacity of 5 kWh, energy consumption of 2.1 kWh/100 km.
Generation & history
This variant was introduced in 2014 as part of the BMW i8 I12 generation, and sits alongside 2 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.
Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.
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What is the engine power of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The BMW i8 First Edition produces 231 hp (170 kW).
How fast does the BMW i8 First Edition accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?
The BMW i8 First Edition accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
What is the top speed of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The top speed of the BMW i8 First Edition is 250 km/h.
What is the electric range of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The BMW i8 First Edition has an electric range of 37 km.
What are the CO₂ emissions of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The BMW i8 First Edition emits 49 g/km of CO₂.
What transmission does the BMW i8 First Edition have?
The BMW i8 First Edition is equipped with a Automatic transmission.
Is the BMW i8 First Edition front, rear, or all-wheel drive?
The BMW i8 First Edition sends power through the AWD drivetrain.
What is the engine size of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The BMW i8 First Edition has a 1,499 cc engine with 3 cylinders.
What is the torque of the BMW i8 First Edition?
The BMW i8 First Edition produces 320 Nm of torque.
When was the BMW i8 First Edition introduced?
The BMW i8 First Edition was introduced in 2014.