BMW i8 Roadster FULL REVIEW - the unconventional supercar convertible - Autogefühl

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Without a doubt the very best car reviews are to be found on Autogefühl. Huge on detail, very professional in every respect. Deserve to have far more subs.

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Feel free to recommend us =)

[@werewolf195]

The best Auto reviews on KZbin. I bought a Rav4 Hybrid last year, after seeing your review of it. My knees ached watching you getting in and out of the i8 roadster.

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😎

[@paul6325]

Thank you for another great review! Fully agree on interior materials, would love to see manufacturers offer more textile options as well, instead of just leather and fake leather. The right cloth seats can really give the interior a more welcoming feel and are more comfortable in both hot and cold weather.

[@susnjarante1]

This car is from 3018!!!! On the outside only though. The inside is more like 2008. Great review as always autogefuehl! Love it!

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thx 4 appreciating our work :)

[@paulthorpe766]

I have had 3 i8s own £4k mile Roadster. In 2021 Autotrader had 234 coupes and 67 Roadsters - in Feb 23 just 123 coupes and 20 ROADSTERS. when they get to 6 or 7 cars values skyrocket just like my SLS, Z8, CLS, 996.1 gt3 did....get one now while just over half retail as they'll be back at retail in 5-6 years and twice retail in 10-15 years !

[@gregorygant4242]

Yes Thomas ,I would like a FULL electric BMW i8 ,not just hybrid.A hybrid is just an interim solution ,40 km is just not enough range .So make it a FULL EV BMW ,please! Great video Thomas ,as usual ,keep it up!

[@autogefuehl]

yeah indeed :)

[@MrTechfreak95]

yeah, that would be great. With min. 400km Range (WLTP) 22kW AC + 100kW DC Charging. Two (or even four?) Electric Motors with around 400hp combined . ;)) That would be a cool Electric Sports car.

[@gregorygant4242]

Exactly ,it would be a cool totally EV.Better looking than the Tesla Model X ,I would buy a totally full electric BMW I8 if I had the money.

[@zemekiel]

That would probably add another 500 kg. Not a sports car anymore at that weight.

[@David-bl1bt]

No chance of that, BMW have pulled the plug on the i8... what on earth are they thinking????

[@romanandrades3970]

Nice review Thomas! The more complete videos on KZbin. I wish to BMW an i8 full electric, yes i love speed, supercars but i’m concern about my environment, can’t ignore that.

[@abc67]

Autogefühl is by far the best car review channel on KZbin! Great review on the i8 roadster, only strange thing was Thomas getting in and out of the car, a bit clumsy... 🤣😆🤣 Keep up the great work!

[@paulwharton1850]

I think that this guy really does know what he is talking about. He describes stuff so very, very well that I actually felt like I've driven the car. A truly excellent review. Many thanks ! (getting in & out of the f*****g thing alone would be a nightmare for me so I'll have to have something else which is a great pity because in every other way I think it's fab).

[@autogefuehl]

Thx keep tuning in :)

[@gordonbennett6057]

"Come on, this extra policy is pathetic!" As usual Thomas, what a great driving part, and driving commentary. 18:52 I loved the Smart EQ ForTwo Cabrio for the same reasons. Effortless sportscar - interesting! I like that the i8 Roadster - note Roadster - is different. Great Review, many thanks Thomas and Katharina.

[@autogefuehl]

many thanks too =)

[@pistonburner6448]

This comment comes 4 years late, but I had to type it anyway: I believe the extra capacity fuel tank 'option' is due to some regulatory trickery, allowing them to set all the official data for the cars with the lower capacity tanks but then basically sell all their cars with the larger capacity tank. I'm not sure what are all the effects of having a smaller capacity tank, but at least the car's weight I believe is calculated with the tank filled to a certain percentage, so a smaller capacity tank gives the car a slightly higher allowed useful load.

[@esr243]

The best review on this car by one of the best reviewers. I like the contrast with most other commentators who sound like marketing messages. Sometimes, you sound a bit like rambling on, filling time with a few repetitions; but the sum of it still is the best the net has to offer. Great job!

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks 🙏

[@cagwald_grymor]

Always an entertaining watch. The design of this car truly is a work of art 👌

[@andi3olotic]

Even though I don't prefer this type of car, I really enjoyed this poetic review! Well done Thomas!

[@autogefuehl]

cheers pal !

[@Monkeyheadtpc]

Dammit, Autogefühl, I need to get up early tomorrow. Well, I guess my sleeping cycle won't be full length, then.

[@autogefuehl]

=)

[@bigjobby11]

Great review as usual Thomas, also enjoyed the scenery.

[@autogefuehl]

yeah so lovely @ Majorca :)

[@philipwatkins8157]

Superb with a tickle of humour. Keep up the reviews and style.

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks Philip ! =)

[@stephenwakeman3074]

I lol'd when you took out those guys at the lights and left them in the dust so effortlessly.

[@autogefuehl]

😎

[@InteriorDesignAnderson]

This is the most beautiful car on sale just cause it’s so elegant and different to everything else. Looks like a concept car. Just with it had a better drive train.

[@PorscheGTRSWeissach]

BMW ///M Yes, it's a beautiful car but 170.000 Euro is way too much money for a car like this! Hold on... What was the price of the M4 GTS? ;-)

[@unowen-nh9ov]

0-60

[@simonecominato5561]

Well, I honestly wonder how reliable the combustion engine could be because, while you are driving purely electric the combustion engine will cool down and then suddenly you decide to hammer the throttle and then the combustion engine will do a cold start revving quite high.

[@KittyCat-kn5vf]

I think the doors would make a great scene from BTTF II when Doc hit Biff with the door.

[@StealthParrot]

Definitely out of my league but at least I can enjoy it through your review :-)

[@ninjawilliam1]

great video as always👌🏾 can wait for the full review of the upcoming bmw x4👍🏽

[@autogefuehl]

thx we ll deliver =)

[@joachimjacobsen6048]

Another great and in-depth review here Thomas.

[@mr.lundb.6512]

Appreciate the effort! Glad you adapt so well to critisism! 👌

[@anthonyvaltierra8318]

Picking out my I8 Roadster today!

[@paulthorpe766]

Future investment....I got £50k off list price last month. Now discontinued after only 23 months production. Will be the next SLS, Z8 in ten or so yrs from now I'm certain

[@David-bl1bt]

@@paulthorpe766 congratulations on your i8 purchase, maybe you could do a review.

[@komodospitfireandrewes9362]

Thomas you have the best job in the world! Must be amazing to drive and review cars for a living. And on the other hand your reviews make my day

[@autogefuehl]

I do enjoy what I do, however you can imagine there is much much more involved than you see on camera - and I can tell you, sometimes it is really not easy to cope with. However, worth the effort when you guys enjoy it full length :)

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Wunderbar! A new Thomas video!

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I like his voice

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers m8!

[@keyser_sozeevil_genius1152]

Where did you do this review? The scenery is beautiful! Great review, as usual, on a beautiful vehicle!

[@autogefuehl]

Check full length;)

[@e7234]

again in Palma de Mallorca

[@BMWguns]

This is your best review, please keep them going! I have a 2014 550xi and and have custom cold air intakes, Evolutionary Race werk down pipes, and cat back M5 competition exhaust and I wake my neighbors up when I start my car. Love the twin turbo V8. but some times I like to keep it low volume. I will definitely look into this car because of your review.

[@getitnowgetitnow1716]

Great review- answered so many questions I had. Definitely thorough and well done

[@petersagi275]

Spectacular image quality and production quality! What do you use to film this? Autogefühl really stepped up their game in the last 2 years!

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers man! Still using panasonic dslm cams :)

[@n4rek840]

now as i saw your video i want to go to see Bmw dealer and order my Bmw i8 , it's very cool car. yhank you dear Thomas

[@autogefuehl]

you're welcome! Keep us posted when you receive your car :)

[@89backbone]

Very good video review.. nice one..!

[@stevemain9582]

i have just bought one, thanks for the review

[@autogefuehl]

Enjoy!

[@yasmin878]

Wow Thomas simply wow. Though not great if you suffer from back pain😋 but awesome overview.

[@sgtc4538]

This 'convertible' is so stylish and unusual - open top and some EV potential - just about right for you, Thomas (except the seat covers!). Fantastic and stylish report. Thank You. Keep up the great work.

[@autogefuehl]

=)

[@itmustbelove08]

Alright Thomas. Looking rather dapper. Love the full visual with the car and the location. Fantastic.

[@autogefuehl]

enjoy m8 =)

[@j.mmachage831]

very nice!! please also do a review of the lamborghini urus and also the 2018 suzuki swift sport

[@richardmcfarlane-cen6132]

Fantastic review! BMW still manage to maintain their “DNA” in every car they make. Never fail. Whilst the i8 Roadster is not an everyday driver, it most certainly is a great summer car, if one has, as you pointed out at the end, the disposable income 🙂. I agree with your idea that it would be great as an all-⚡️ 🚘 . To be able to drive it about the beautiful countryside in near silence and maximum sustainably would be awesome! Enjoying the winding roads as well as the sights and sounds through countryside.

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yeah!

[@ditirophasha6948]

Another fantastic review Thomas

[@kenmartin5260]

Favorite online car reviews...by far...

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thanks, please recommend our channel =)

[@brucekendall52]

Thks Thom,excellent review.

[@whatevernevermind5960]

What a great looking car & backdrop! Not a huge fan of the regular I8 but the cabriolet looks really good I must say. Great presentation & review as always Thomas!

[@autogefuehl]

thx m8 !

[@MrDarrenNice]

Very interesting car and great review. And the location was just stunning 😍 ☀️

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thanks darren !

[@anismirawi]

The BMW i8 has its own identity and there is nothing like it on the road and i like it i just need the key to give it a try

[@andrewcanella]

Nice review, as always. That jacket is awesome- you wear it well. Who makes it?

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers! Dont think its available anymore

[@eddiemotu2673]

Loved this review

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Feel free to recommend our channel :-)

[@zemekiel]

Great review! Love the opening scene, will Thomas be the new James Bond? Or Sonny Crockett maybe? :) If I was buying a super sports car, it would definitely be a Porsche, the Cayman GTS most likely.

[@autogefuehl]

😎

[@suneiltownsend754]

Mon this is the most beautiful car i have ever seen, like DAMN!!!! I love it

[@waynelkduarte45]

Thank you Thomas you have convinced me to purchase the BMW

[@autogefuehl]

Wow 😮

[@SteveEricJordan]

Hey Thomas, what car are you driving? Is there a video about it, and if not, why not make one?

[@DwainDwight]

great review. much prefer this style being driven on normal roads etc... rather than some pro driver on a track. great car. thinking of getting the i8 coupe

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Keep tuning in!

[@DrOneOneOne]

Judging from the giggles and massive grinning, I think he liked it.

[@lash9400]

i wish BMW would use this body shell and drop a V8 in it and create an M1

[@Robin-sf3gk]

*M9

[@hfhehdhwhhahshhauwunsnammw6790]

I facepalmed so hard.

[@jeremiahb6398]

It does seem like one should be able to "Delete" fake engine sound from their vehicle or just turn it off even in Sport mode.. My concern is that the sound might distract from actual road noise... But I still want this car. I've heard in another owner's review that the trunk can melt things like flippers, food or chocolate from the heat of the engine. Maybe they will fix this or just through in a 4 cylinder engine like they're other hybrids. FYI an easy conversion I use to interpret Fahrenheit to Celsius is that 82F is approximately 28C.

[@bombstar10]

One of the few cars I don't really mind sound actuation on. Much better than on V6s and V8s.

" Even if you like V8, do you like it when you sleeping in your garden"? 😂😂 Very Funny.

You made me laugh... Thank you sir. I drive a V10, I know the feeling.

[@habbaw]

Another great video and great review my friend. when will you do the BMW 760 M review ? thank you for the good reviews .

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers! No schedule for that yet, but we ll soon have the BMW X7 and BMW X5 for you guys

[@1212mill]

Thomas, once again a great detailed review. What is the rapidly flashing light behind the drivers seat in the ending summary segment?

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers! Timecode?

[@psewgobind]

Have yet to see the review, but that car suites you.

[@kieron3438]

Can you make a review of the new 2018 ford mustang

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[@super117knight]

i like saabkyle and matt maran but damn you are simply the best du beschreibst alles einfach am besten und mit überlegten worten!

[@autogefuehl]

Vielen Dank! =)

[@thecarcrashreview]

Tolles Auto

"Oh my god..my car is ripped apart!"😂😂😂

[@bnastali]

Seems like two cars in one. Love that aspect. When electric motor charge is up, auto-switches to gas engine?

[@autogefuehl]

yep

[@bondisteve3617]

Thanks! How do you explain such a car? German auto tech and styling. Wow!

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers - feel free to recommend =)

[@skeuomorphhiraeth8551]

Thomas, please review Jaguar I-Pace in Full HD, Full Screen and Full Length.

[@sgirwan]

Quality video once again!

[@thumper1747]

Decided to watch this after watching your challenge to the CEOs (for some light relief - I was in tears after watching the plight of those poor cows), it occurred to me that like the role for hybrids could be a transitionary strategy for Cities on a global basis? It reduces emissions where the problem is worst and introduces people to the role of electricity in transport. May I also urge you to search the Dutch Architect who has worked out how our cities could look like after car parks are repurposed in the event that mobility becomes a reality.

[@e7234]

Thomas next time get the highway in direction to Inca, there are some straight roads where you can test the acceleration. furthermore there is less traffic and far less police cars

[@autogefuehl]

I did catch a straight, did u see? :)

[@FamilyFirstJ]

Awesome review funny how everyone wants you to compare it to the 2020 Tesla Roadster (a car that isn't out yet.) America is not the car enemy. The storage is a joke and the comfort of getting in and out makes the super rich look ridiculous. But sitting it looks great the curb appeal of BMW'S is fantastic. The sound control with the top removable is amazing

[@captainmh8417]

Excellent review👌🏻

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! merry xmas!

[@tobias7104]

Ok Thomas. You have convinced me. I'm bying one for me and my wife. I just need someone to take care of the children next weekend. What are you doing next saturday and sunday :-)

[@autogefuehl]

let me take care of your new car while you watch your kids ;-)

[@kevinn1158]

Great review Thomas...may I make a suggestion though? You made a mistake. There's no need to open the door to get out, just do that action figure jump over the door thing! ;p

[@autogefuehl]

😂😂

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Hey Autogefuhl Team, could you pls do an in-depth review of the Opel Cascada before it’s too late & it goes outta production?

[@autogefuehl]

oh, had that one a while ago, I also found it very nice. At that point, I only did a text though :/

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Autogefühl would there be a chance of Opel having one in their fleet to review?

[@brightbluesmurf]

Great video quality 👍

[@autogefuehl]

thanks a lot :)

[@klausnielsen7102]

Hi Thomas, just love your long format tests. It really sale cars! I just purchased one of the last available here in Norway. Just one year in production so this Roadster i8 must have been bad business for BMW...

[@autogefuehl]

Cool!

[@klausnielsen7102]

Yes! With the top down it’s a bit cool(cold) here in Norway 🥶

[@ColinOYoung]

super review, as usual. Thanks. Think I need a holiday.

[@autogefuehl]

enjoy watching =)

[@harryc266]

i just wish they'd have made the roof like the Ferrari and Mclaren roof systems. hate the soft top its such an old fashioned element to have on this kind of car...

[@super117knight]

Yeah Also lambo grinds my gears with them damn hqrd tops

[@autogefuehl]

the soft top rocks because it is lighter and takes less space

[@harryc266]

UzzyFuzzyy this is the i8 though...

[@harryc266]

Autogefühl but if that’s the argument? Why would Ferrari and Mclaren use them 🤔

[@johntrussell7228]

The back of this car looks like it is giving birth to a Porsche 911. Once you see it, you cannot unsee it lol

[@herbertthiebet211]

Amazing - One of my favourite cars. 😎♥️🚀👍

[@zachthebulldog]

@autogefühl When will you review the mercedes e53? :)

[@autogefuehl]

We will definitely review this but there is no fix date yet. For the remaining time I recommend to either watch our static presentations or our other e class reviews. Just search for "e class autogefühl" :)

[@sahilbansal5701]

Lovely wrist watch Thomas. Can I know which one??

[@autogefuehl]

Check video description:)

[@sahilbansal5701]

Autogefühl 👍

[@CT37BN]

Car still looks really modern but color featured doesn't suit it well. Dash/cabin is ageing nicely though. I'm sure BMW may have tried to design a folding hard top but splitting them in two could have created leakage problems. For a back up 3-cylinder turbo motor it sure sounds sweet even artificially. Awkward way to climb out.. a prerequisite of most super/hypercars. Read BMW would discontinue i3 and i8 and would be making a Full EV class ( i4 EV ). Top relax review Thomas.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! Yeah seems like BMW is going for the strategy to electrify their normal cars

[@robert4you]

Really nice looking car. Want one.

[@WYXYXYW]

Great review like always, the car design is not bad, but there is a big mistake in the design that suppresses me to buy it, the seats headrests are not centered with the two elements on the back top of the car that come to stop behind the headrests, so if I am driving my car following this BMW (or in front of it looking at it in my rear view mirror), I can see the heads of the driver and the passenger more to the center and not centered with those two design elements, this point is in contradiction with a Sports car design concept and put its driver out of the car symmetrical design! I don't know if you get what I mean, but this is just my point of view! :)))

[@autogefuehl]

interesting aspect :)

[@marius6279]

Did you noticed the accident at 21:00? On your left...

[@TKD187]

How in the hell do they get a four-cylinder to go that fast lol the technology is crazy in these cars I had a Mazda 6 it only had a 1.5 l four cylinder and that thing would fly I have a Kia Rio 5 now and it has a little motor like that and that thing will get on down the road pretty good for what it is, it would outrun my V8 in my Dodge ram . I'm very interested in how they make them go so fast without turbos or superchargers

[@OldPortsmouth]

Great review as always, not a looker for me, sat in one, never driven, a pain to get in and out and just does not do it for me, and I drive a BM, so like the brand. How are they selling? Believe the residual value is dropping hard? But you look like you loved it, so it could be the colour or chopping the roof off, but not for me 🤗

[@autogefuehl]

well the question is how much is "much" in sales of this vehicle :)

[@seb-didier5860]

dreamcar.....

[@Biskawow]

just getting in and out of this car would get old pretty fast if one owns it as daily driver

[@David-bl1bt]

When in pure electric mode and the battery runs out how long does it take the engine to recharge to full?

[@tomhanhart5921]

It depends on speed and it charges max. ~75% that way, but up to 50kW power. Once on a german highway I managed to charge it in only 10 Min. Fun fact: at the end of the trip I ran out of fuel and was happy to have 25km electric range left 😄

[@rickpaul2177]

Thomas, please contact Jaguar and let them know that I will not consider the I-pace until it has been reviewed.With the interior, exterior and the driving experience.

[@autogefuehl]

yeah I think so too =)

[@Viktorbjorn]

You should buy and own one, Thomas! By the way, where was this filmed?

[@autogefuehl]

=) seems u have to watch full length first ! :)

[@Viktorbjorn]

I heard you mention it, but couldn't quite catch it. Its some island I'm not familiar with i think. Beautiful, left hand drive, uses km/h and has many English signboards, so I'm curious where that is.

[@autogefuehl]

Majorca it is!

[@Viktorbjorn]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@senajatayu5772]

Hi thomas cheers from indonesia, did you meet the other car reviewer with his signature skull mask and sunglass?

[@autogefuehl]

Sorry what? ;)

[@senajatayu5772]

He is the car reviewer and a youtuber from indonesia, he also came to palma de mallorca to test drive the i8, he's fat and like to wear sunglass and skull mask

[@autogefuehl]

I think it wasnt halloween in Majorca yet ;-)

[@kirholstov]

The wheels... wow

[@TEVAssociation]

BMW now please make an affordable i3 or i1 roadster for the rest of us ..lol

[@miyamohammed]

Nice car nice thomas and nice review...i cant afford it so dont ask which sports car i like😭😭😭

[@autogefuehl]

thx =) We ll u can like it without owning and just enjoy watching =)

[@Daweisstebescheid]

my cousin has a BMW Z1 from 1988 with the downsliding doors and this is much easyer to get in (and out) 🙄😂