BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition
Top 94% of 18 coupé plug-in hybrid models in this price class.
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition is a coupé powered by an plug-in hybrid drivetrain delivering 231 hp (170 kW).
BMW i8 Protonic Black 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 Protonic Black 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 2017 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 Protonic Black Edition?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition produces 231 hp (170 kW).
How fast does the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
What is the top speed of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition?
The top speed of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition is 250 km/h.
What is the electric range of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition has an electric range of 37 km.
What are the CO₂ emissions of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition emits 49 g/km of CO₂.
What transmission does the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition have?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition is equipped with a Automatic transmission.
Is the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition front, rear, or all-wheel drive?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition sends power through the AWD drivetrain.
What is the engine size of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition has a 1,499 cc engine with 3 cylinders.
What is the torque of the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition produces 320 Nm of torque.
When was the BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition introduced?
The BMW i8 Protonic Black Edition was introduced in 2017.