2016 BMW i8 - Review and Road Test

BMW could've taken the predictable route and developed another traditional halo car like the Audi R8 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, but instead doubled down on its philosophy of "Efficient Dynamics" and produced a sports car for today's more progressive driving enthusiast: the i8.
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[@AlbertSantoso]

Funny how some are comparing the i8 to the Tesla Model S, because they don't even belong in the same class. The Model S couldn't even finish a lap in Laguna Seca (and another around Nurburgring) without going to Safe Mode. Don't get me wrong, the Model S is one awesome sporty every-day road going car and it's pretty much one of a kind. I'd love one myself having driven it twice. Now the i8 is an exercise bringing sport into the hybrid. Its performance is comparable to a 911, R8, etc., including the price. Did it surpass them? Some said not quite yet, but in some ways the i8 has opened new possibilities, ie. hybrid in a sportscar. Having always been about a sportscar that can be driven every day, this is a logical step for BMW. Also worth considering that behind the i8 (and the i3), BMW developed a new way to manufacture these cars, mainly mass-manufacturing the carbon-fiber components. Imagine if the starting point is this close, what would the 2nd gen be?

[@JakKhawk]

Agreed. Great points

[@natsudragneel188]

And now the 3 best cars in the world i.e. the Porsche 918, the P1 and the LaFerrarri are all hybrid

[@alevilikvealeviler]

ALBERT. YOU ARE SO RIGHT.

[@MarimbaNation]

Step 1: Place "911 Carrera S" badging in the rear. Step 2: License plate to say "i8A911" Step 3: Troll Porsche dealerships and owners

[@YouDontWannaFightMe]

It's amazing how this looks almost the same as the concept car

[@winstondias4223]

YouDontWannaFightMe from 2010

[@hooverchamp95]

With a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds, it may not be the fastest, but boy is it beautiful. It's not a GTR setting records, but a sign that efficient cars CAN be undeniably sporty.

[@CutiePieBio]

Actually it’s 0-100 in 4.4 sec

[@lincolnw.1]

@@CutiePieBiothat’s km

[@HackerFish21]

This was filmed in Malibu. I saw some of them on the road and I recognize the beach

[@MIAthe305]

I think the difference between this and a R8 for example is how people will see you. The R8 has been out for a while now and while it does look really cool and people do love them this looks like a whole new generation of car, and that because it is. These new hybrid/electric cars are the future its hard to say that this is only a fad. The i8 will get a ton more looks on the street because its a more fascinating car to look at. The R8 is faster, a better sports car and to some the better car, but you can't hate on the people that would pick the i8. I would take the i8 just because of how new/special it is.

[@DevasionX]

People in the comments are so fucking short sighted, "this car is expensive" or "Audi R8 owners never complained about fuel economy". Sorry but think again... Do these cars come around to save gas money or save the environment? These cars are intended to give rich people a sense they should care a bit more about the environment GET IT??.

[@hoonychangg]

Add one more cylinder to the powertrain and BMW has me sold

[@freegamingsolutions]

looks very nice. I'm surprised how they kept the exterior design very close to the concept version.

[@Trades46]

The idea behind the i8 is cool, but BMW is playing with fire with this car more than the i3. I see the strategy/objective of the i8, but unfortunately the market for a fuel efficient sports car in the ~$125,000 price range is...well, when was the last time you met a 911 or SL63 AMG owner who complained about fuel economy? At this price, saving fuel isn't a priority especially when driving a 2dr sports coupe. It would have been more beneficial to have made the i8 something like a Panamera hybrid or Tesla Model S competitor with 4doors. There's a reason why Porsche hasn't shoved a electric motor inside a 911 as of now; there is barely a market for this sort of thing, and even smaller when you're pricing is north of $100k.

[@Ioanides001]

People with money don't need a car like this to spend less on fuel but to make a statement about caring for the planet and being in tune with the tech and trends. I for one am sure many Porsche 911 prospecting buyers will consider i8 as a more interesting alternative. I would too if I'd be in a market for a 125k car.

[@Trades46]

udlock9 I disagree with that idea entirely; saving the environment should not just be a luxury, but something everyone should do. Now before you slam the idea in my face that I'm implying everyone to drive Priuses (I'd suicide first if that ever happened), I do admit the newest technologies are initially expensive, but hear my argument first. As a near $110k proposition, wouldn't a Tesla be a better answer if saving the world was your "garden of Eden"? If you want a 2dr sporty coupe in the ~$100k range, you'd have plenty of options, and last check a 911 Carrera can easily get within ~2mpg average of a V6 Camry.

[@porsche911sbs]

Trades46 Abandon all logic and sensibility. This is a _cool_ car, or at least many people will perceive it too be. And it has great performance. And have you ever seen anything like it? Don't know if it will make BMW any money... (though maybe in the long run the research put into developing this car will pay off). Still, plenty of rich folk will be more than eager to buy this.

[@Trades46]

Essess Nine It is cool in the leagues of that of Ferrari & Lamborghini that's for sure. I'm just not really sure what kind of statement it's trying to make; a sporty coupe or a hybrid-eco cruiser?

[@porsche911sbs]

Trades46 It's _trying_ to go without compromises... that's to say it wants to be the "Ultimate Driving Machine" and the ultimate of efficiency. Who says you can only make simple statements?

[@Mladjasmilic]

When and if gas runs out ; you can still drive i8 on pure electric . They should make engine that runs on both gasolene and ethanol , like Koenigsegg did . Even so , factory LPG version would be great . The only problem i8 has is that it is BMW - because drivers like any other's BMW drivers would drive it like douchebags .

[@zachbattack]

This is the future of super cars. Nice looking (not the best in my opinion), green/economical, fast, and comfortable. Others can really learn from the Germans.

[@22mikelwho]

"Right out of an ad-sponsored sci-fi movie", nice non-litigious Minority Report reference!

[@vaderprime923]

this is essentially a perfect car, in that this technology will hopefully make it's way into the more affordable cars BMW makes, and I can't wait for that day

[@WTomMeier]

These are really great presentations. Intelligent and thought provoking. KBB really has a good handle on the media.

[@kbb]

Thank you, Tom! We really appreciate your feedback.

[@DwainDwight]

incredible car. more of this needed. want one

[@SSSandhu13]

God I wish someday I'm able to buy a variant of this car in the future

[@toh3211]

Looks really awesome but not sure who would buy this

[@fahmad7194]

futuristic in look as well as tech

[@govenmentassassin]

The president of the company I work for just ordered one of these. Less than a month ago he bought a M4. He can easily buy a Bugatti. His son bought an Audi RS7 with every option available. In short FML.

[@shs-]

how do the wheels stay still at 3:54

[@M1necraft0ranges]

Wheel spin almost matches shutter speed of a camera.

[@laweezemorton8884]

I'm falling in love with this car... I just need to add another 0 to my paycheck :(

[@stonesiren8390]

Laweeze Morton at least you can get it in 10 months

[@And3rson1294]

What a beautiful car.

[@2pkjs1351]

There are two in my town, owned by some business owners and my god they get sooo much attention , people will park their cars and take pictures over and over

[@naturallyawesome6723]

I just wish the backseats were bigger :(

[@HamMI48yt]

Can I drive this without even plugging in?

[@DFWsCars]

Yes it’s a hybrid.

[@thenuelteli6292]

HEYYYY...Instead of frequent charging..why not just produce an electric energy from the fast cycle of the cars' tyre..like dynamo concept..I just give my idea..heee

[@hussilveridico3002]

Great Car!

[@theswaff699]

when you look an bmw you think of luxary sadans but with the I8 you gwt a sportscar

[@TheWanskiz]

As far as the steering, I'm sure it has more to do with the light weight of the car then the steer by wire set up. I won't believe that simulated road feed back is better than real feedback ie hydraulic. As much as I like the styling: design layering not unlike the mclaren P1. I don't think that this will sell well. I mean I would never buy this car. I don't have the means to anyway; they should have just gone all electric if the car that has no amenities no storage, can only sit two people realistically. Thus making long trips annoying if not them impossible altogether. Anyway it's a beautiful car but I just don't see the point beyond a technical exercise.

[@adams1696]

so a prius weighs less.. does that mean it has good steering feel because it's light?

[@BryceLovesTech]

Tesla has my vote

[@holsoncharles7675]

CENTENON the fuck you talking about four door straight line? Have you ever driven one?

[@rousseau327]

Those rear seats are useless. You can't fit in them, and they completely ruin the proportions of the car.

[@JJJosh949]

It's usually for insurance purposes 2+2 is cheaper than two seater

[@NeverGoingToGiveYouUp000]

You can put your stuff in there at least

[@jacksonbangs6603]

Still has yet to have Tesla roadster acceleration of 0-60 MPH in 1.9 seconds.

[@holsoncharles7675]

Can't lie that car look nice.. nothing like it one the road.

[@natem9807]

Wow the trunk is so small

[@Djsndbruxnsbsw]

can somebody send me a link abou that m4 pic in the video? would be a nice wallpapr

[@winterjason81]

I’m definitely in love with this car but I can’t afford one from BMW due to its high price. All I can do for now as being a single man is wish and hope that someday soon I have a beautiful & sexy girlfriend that just so happens to have a car like this which her and I can drive and also share together here in my hometown of Saint Louis Missouri.

[@rwilh144]

NICE

[@matheussamora8082]

Vou comprar hum carro desse para mim,conversível,Favor mandar preço,2015 a 201grato .

[@matheussamora8082]

Favor, traduzir para idioma Português. Grato

[@dailymonsters9324]

They say 300+ hp for this car is slow... Haha.. Drive it first... Or if not satisfied, vivid racing can reflash the ecu tuned to add extra horses on wheels...

[@dwg1235]

and vivid will destroy your car. Worst tuners ever. Then i wipped out their 205 mph texas mile porshe 911 turbo with my procharged c5 corvette that had less hp. Hahaha payback is a bitch. Owned your prized vivid 1 porshe with a stock engine c5 with just a procharger.

[@Muco.50]

From the back it looks like its giving birth to a 911.

[@keen_i]

Dude, you just made my night.

[@1eewe1]

😂😂😂

[@AlbertSantoso]

Should've given credit to the reviewer who said that on another KZbin clip. :)

[@nikjay3665]

so its a milf?

[@jdord4838]

Interesting vehicle and good review. .."Yeshua / Jesus is the way "

[@joed9843]

Amen! And the truth and the life.

[@newtonmallickmehedi3423]

I am big fan of bmw company

[@SK8rforalmost27]

$137,000 for a 350hp hybrid?? That's GTR monies

[@pspcow]

lil bit more and you get the Nismo

[@NeverGoingToGiveYouUp000]

It's around 40k-60k now. Nice

[@matheussamora8082]

Favor 2015 a 2017.Obrigado

[@htod_izzle6922]

the exterior design hasn't aged well...geez a 2006 bmw 325i has aged better. the only good thing about it is the bmw nice interior.

[@bucketslash11]

they're butterfly doors, NOT scissor doors god why do so many people get it wrong?

[@jackijasc7238]

Tell that to BMW: www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/i/i8/2013/showroom/design.html

[@gregblack8550]

Who really cares what the doors are called. Where you a tattletale all the way thru high school?

[@vinceanthony7046]

go tesla, more seats,distance, for 50,000$ less.

[@Rondaxx]

u cant compare this car to a tesla....i can refill this i8 anytime ,anywhere without waitung for charging or looking for a plug outlet somewhere countryside.plus i have an engine that has sound. sure its not for everyone but this car sets a milestone in hybrid technology.

[@jacksonbangs6603]

$26,000 dollars just for lugage. I could buy a decently used car for a fraction of that price. Some things I think are just way to over priced!

[@audreyzondo9070]

You can probs resell all that luggage for 50k, some people are dumb like that

[@pojdiavaj1422]

Hybrid means to go back to dealer to do oil change.

[@Sevan_UP]

Over 100k for looks

[@shoebillstonk]

Wait a minute if it still supports the 3-cylinder engine maybe somewhere in the car you can put gas in it

[@Dvasqz]

Wish this had a V8

[@lauvredis]

At my age I realize that I will never be able to afford to own a new vehicle...unless I win the Lotto.

[@holsoncharles7675]

Lawrence Glazer loll good luck with that.. hope you win one day!

[@alaabatheesh6952]

I'd take an Audi r8 over this any day....

[@ripem1417]

Why?

[@ripem1417]

***** it looks pretty cool in my opinion, and you'll save money on gas.

[@martijnwho6476]

I'll take this to be honest, I love the looks of this car :)

[@DevasionX]

macaronipizza The reason its electric is not your wallet.... its the environment. "i have the money for gas" thus continue polluting the air is pure selfishness

[@TheAryandutt]

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[@venom5809]

This price is crackpipe. For that money I would buy an R8 and never look back. I would buy a used Ferrari F430 before I bought this.

[@deadnationmaster]

*1963-1965 impala sry

[@robgindc1]

This "review" is terrible! The journalist couldn't be less enthusiastic or engaging, as usual for him. The correlation to Countach doors missed the mark (i8 are a-pillar gullwing, not scissor). Gave up at 2:44 since this lacked objectivity, information and a pulse.

[@deadnationmaster]

Lol for the price of a I8 you can get yourself a chevy Impala and still have money left over for gas.

[@adaingray3676]

Im the only one who gets mustang vibes from looking at the front?

[@muratisteinkeks]

+Adain Gray Yes.

[@muratisteinkeks]

+Adain Gray Yes.

[@worldpeace2229]

Yep

[@adaingray3676]

+World Peace well... shit.

[@ARSSystems]

V8 forever))

[@dennisadrian1355]

we need more cars like this, environment is getting worse every year

[@farrukhighlander6047]

Захари Власьюк

[@francesa9776]

Snoozeville

[@wesjales5578]

wow, this thing is shit. Buy a Tesla.

[@suritmt6496]

Most definitely

[@NeverGoingToGiveYouUp000]

Tesla is shit

[@shafatimam1958]

ooosit

[@theodormichailow3442]

tesla all the way ; ) the bmw is a jocke

[@manjunathanulaganathan9152]

ELR is shit Model S would be the best choice

[@teeduke2918]

this car don't do anything for me.the first thing i will be thinking is, if i could afford this, why not just buy a s600 benz or a Audi A8. i would even buy a BMW 6 series before i would buy this shit. you paying all that money for nothing, it's a waist. this car is ugly inside & out.

[@hmpcon]

Omg 22 whole miles on electricity! Well that surely puts my Tesla Model S P85 to shame... NOT!!

[@adams1696]

It's a shame you don't own a Tesla.. Nice try bra

[@videowsatcher]

Tesla is obviously a lot more practical vehicle in terms of space. However, in terms of range it isn't. Any long road trips where you have ancillaries (e.g. AC, charging the phone,...) running will cut into electric range and you may have charging and range issues in colder climates. Also once you run out of electricity you can't simply stop and fill up your tank; for example, it is understanding even the 'long range' top of the line P85 can take 1.5 nights of sleep to charge (or more depending on charging method). Hence, hybrids are a lot more practical to use as you can always fill up the petrol tank as back up. As the guy stated in this vid if you can afford a car like this you have more then 1 vehicle; you can have the i8 as your toy and a family vehicle. The Tesla wouldn't be the best choice for the later role if you do the occasional long family road trip.

[@peten6445]

The car is soo ugly

[@Codrulez11]

Ugliest car ever

[@holsoncharles7675]

Birdman Sandusky you drunk 😵