Is the 2019 BMW i8 Roadster super car WORTHY?

[@james2042]

This is a unique vehicle. This is the result of heart and soul being put into a car knowing it will fail before production even begins. The reason this thing is a total failure, yet such an AMAZING vehicle is, it's a daily driver supercar. The only issue is it demands a supercar price tag but has the performance of a regular old sports car. This vehicle was built for a very special kind of person, one who wants the look and feel of a supercar without the crippling fuel economy or environmental impact and has deep enough pockets to care.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right about it being unique.

[@CharlieChang]

I've had my i8 Roadster for a month now.. def doesn't drive like a supercar. But it is so affordable to drive and it is SO damn beautiful

[@JiuJitsuM4]

Imagine if BMW made an I8 Dual-electric motor with about 600 HP. That would be phenomenal.

[@RaitisRides]

That would be insane!

[@philiplatona3938]

thanks for the review Raiti ! I just think you can't stop smiling when you drive that car. It just makes you and us happy.

[@RaitisRides]

That really means a lot Philip! I appreciate you letting me share them with you!

[@SilverScarletSpider]

I like the McLaren 570S, Acura NSX, and Aston Martin Vantage more.

[@RaitisRides]

I love the McLaren 600LT! :-)

[@wbwayne8887]

I like the NSX, the McLaren 720s, and the Lamborghini Huracan Evo. Recently the C8 and Shelby GT500 too.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@RaitisRides Oh yeah, almost forgot the 600LT. That is an amazing car also.

[@RaitisRides]

@@wbwayne8887 Great taste!

[@RaitisRides]

@@wbwayne8887 One of my favs currently.

[@LS1007]

There’s one of these in my neighborhood in silver, but it’s the coupe. Nice looking but I never knew what the power was until watching this. Thanks Joe. Well done! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Larry!

[@streetkiazNewMexico]

Same here ill pass lol

[@RaitisRides]

@@streetkiazNewMexico AGREED!

[@officesuperhero9611]

Wow. What a beautiful and fast car. And as for you , Joe: you’re getting as fast as the cars you review. You’re coming out with one or two videos a day!! I think you’re turbo charged. Anyway great work as always. We appreciate your hard work and reviews.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Richard for saying that! I really appreciate you and your awesome support!

[@wbwayne8887]

I couldn't agree more. U da man Joe Raiti!!

[@RaitisRides]

@@wbwayne8887 Hey as far as I am concerned it takes one to know one!

[@DaveA441]

Kid I just graduated from college with bought one recently. A used coupe from a few years ago. He makes and edits music videos for rappers.

[@RaitisRides]

That is really cool Dave! Thanks for sharing!

[@jasoncampbell7765]

Drove this car in St. Petersburg before IndyCar race... Absolutely wonderful acceleration and handling... Everything was fantastic besides the shifter. Couldn't stand the auto stick. If I had the car more, I probably would figure it out more but I was a bit confused at first just to get it into Drive from Park.

[@supremecy187]

17:48-17:53 The most underwhelming on throttle reaction that I've seen on this channel 😂🤣😂🤣

[@Jurgonkitfok]

I have an i8. The sound isn’t artificial/simulated. Its enhanced to be louder. That is the actual sound of the motor. Mine is modified and it shoots flames. So the pops are actually from the motor. And you said you won’t win any drag races. I win drag races all the time. Ask all the Priuses that I beat. 😂

[@rodgerlee7302]

I win drag races in my i8 Roadster all the time too.

[@nessuno5403]

Brakes size is relative to size and mass of a car. In this case, both small, plus it has some regenerative braking from the electric motors. Negating the need for big calipers or discs.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@Yussnan84.]

7:13 That star is the best part of this car. 😂

[@RaitisRides]

You freaking crack me up!

[@poststars]

The Bmw i8 is one of those unique cars that DEMANDS to be looked at and to have that attention without taking "no" for or as an answer which is really nice

[@reeeek2017]

Thanks for the in depth review. Im realllly thinking about getting one. Maybe a coupe my wife doesn't like the top down much

[@noname-dh2by]

Look at the smile on this guys face.....

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the ride with you!

[@nateyee]

Went to the dealership and got to get in and out of the i8’s it’s a super super unique design for sure

[@rodneybough9164]

I like it Joe. The Church that I attend in Monrovia California there is a BMW dealer really close by so I'm familiar with the car. I much prefer the color of this one over the silver with blue and black accents. This is the first time I have ever seen a actual test drive of one. I'm just kinda Luke warm on it. Hardly any storage area. And for the price, $130,000.00 with all of the zonks that you pointed out I would have to pass. But don't get me wrong I love the styling. I just think that for that amount of money that BMW is asking you could do a whole lot better without naming all of the competitors making a similar car. Thanks for the review Joe, great job.

[@RaitisRides]

Hi Rodney! I totally agree with your thoughts!

[@brandondonahue5067]

Was never a fan of BMW but this car is pretty cool love the design so futuristic looking. But I would take a Audi R8 Spyder over this car any day.

[@RaitisRides]

Of course but the R8 is way more money!

[@robertruiz5417]

You're the best in the business period

[@joserocha7850]

Joe you’re looking good in that i8 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jose for saying that!

[@mattmanley7118]

I've seen a few of these in real life gorgeous cars sad to hear their depreciating so much but when it comes down to it not many people are interested in the car I think because it's a hybrid and unfortunately when you think of hybrid you don't think supercar unless it's the Porsche 918 and even then some people don't consider that gorgeous piece of machinery a legitimate car.

[@RaitisRides]

You brought up some great points Matt!

[@mattmanley7118]

@@RaitisRides humbled thank you. The day you get to review a 918 I'll be a very happy man.

[@wbwayne8887]

Don't forget the NSX is a hybrid also.

[@Boomtendo4tw]

They should make a fully electric version with better performance already.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you may be right!

[@nessuno5403]

It's coming, the new gen www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/bmw-lines-all-electric-future-next-generation-i8

[@jaydencolon2107]

Dream car❤️❤️ I also love the urus. So the bmw i8 roadster and the urus are my favorites

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you!

[@roczillacarley3208]

Nice car I hate 2 seater sports cars loves the back seats!

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand that!

[@2010ngojo]

You mean the two useless seats? Only good for carry stuff.

[@roustabout4fun]

I feel like having a cigarette' after watching this but ....I dont smoke~ My favorite Copper, no worries of a ticket. Acoustics and ride feel grand. Enjoyed watching!

[@HWolfeIII]

Excellent review, but to me, it has love it or leave it styling, and the powertrain doesn't quite match the hype, but give BMW credit for taking risks and coming out with something unique.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your kind words and for letting me share it with you!

[@wrzl1675]

If that’s a Super Car then the NSX and C8 Vette are Mega Hyper Super Cars. Lol

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO!

[@TheRealBrendon]

I saw one of these on the highway the other day

[@RaitisRides]

They stand out that is for sure!

[@wbwayne8887]

@@RaitisRides Especially in that color.

[@RaitisRides]

@@wbwayne8887 You can say that again!

[@dylanmartin7604]

I see this car every morning when I go to work.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@dylanmartin7604 That same exact one?

[@paulquon4495]

Thank you 🙏 Joe☺️it’s beautiful car 👍🏼👍🏼 My only concern is if someone parked a bit close to me but still within the marked lines, can I still open the door and go home 🤓

[@RaitisRides]

It is going to be close.

[@nateyee]

Awesome review dude

[@jvjv8367]

This car is very beautiful

[@RaitisRides]

It really is Jesie!

[@lewisdavis1491]

NSX is the better hybrid IMO.

[@RaitisRides]

Indeed....just more expensive.

[@hussilveridico3002]

Great Car!

[@SZ-vk7zl]

I think it’s worth it, the engine may be not powerful, because its a electric three cylinder, but still has the performance and style. I would still go the Nissan GT-R.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@ayyazmahmood2197]

This car is much more looks and luxury than supercar. Awesome daily driver, but really, it's no NSX, GT-R, R8 or even Corvette C8, and is really pricy compared in my opinion.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@baronvg]

In the UK and other lands under The Queen’s metric ruling thumb (lol), would it be a Fronnet?

[@RaitisRides]

I love it! LOL

[@baronvg]

@@xfg007 Good point!

[@raysdotnine]

I think it is still. I drove one, breaks necks

[@SSaugaCriss]

i'm zonking the 3pt-star Benz plate, despite all the mercs on the lot.

[@RaitisRides]

You have that right!

[@darrennicholas860]

Nice car just looked up some used ones

[@ShaGojo]

He is right there are no trophies just rich folk showing off.

[@blackguy546]

I honestly would not classify the i8 as a supercar. I don't even know why people find this highly desirable, especially within the Hip Hop world.

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me neither would I!

[@doug_sports_collector]

Not much room for my circus peanuts. Great looking car, video.

[@RaitisRides]

This is true! LOL Thanks for the compliment!

[@RIP.BIG092MLBOA]

How is the music system? Is it good at all ?

[@webbie1891]

BMW=Best Money Wasted

[@RaitisRides]

That is the first tie that I have heard that! LOL

[@LS1007]

I always said “Big Money Waste”

[@CommandoMaster]

Big Money is better. Best Money doesn't make sense.

[@dontcare563]

In my opinion its a stretch calling this a Supercar! Yes its expensive but a 0-60 time of over 4 seconds isn't really modern Supercar performance let alone its inability to track well.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you! It does get super car attention that is for sure.

[@John-Anderson]

No car with a tiny bit more horsepower than a toyota camry is a super car no matter how good it looks. Who ever wants a i8 just needs to buy a nsx.

[@RaitisRides]

Good call!

[@lolojeff1571]

make a video about 2016 ss camaro please

[@LeadfootLou]

😀 Beautiful car. Great 👍 video

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the compliment Louis. You are so right about this car!

[@eduardocastillo8611]

Love the car but can't afford the fun

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@Batman-wv5ng]

Expansive and electric sports car no exacting engine sound like cake mixer.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@Jowurel]

Horrendous infotainment screen for a car this expensive. Definitely looks like an afterthought and it isn’t in harmony with the rest of the interior.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@nessuno5403]

It's the new styling trend unfortunately

[@peperamirez1014]

The i8 isn't really that good because the cost doesn't match with the HP

[@RaitisRides]

This is true.

[@2010ngojo]

You're not buying it for the hp, lmao.

[@kennyphun1946]

15:13 I see the hulk lol

[@RaitisRides]

Good eyes Kenny!

[@SSaugaCriss]

the copper colour was sourced from Mini

[@RaitisRides]

I believe it!

[@nessuno5403]

Mini is BMW

[@SoHoDon_718]

Same 0-60 like the redsport q50 but cost 100k more 😂

[@RaitisRides]

You will get more attention in this though. ;-)

[@dantheman9395]

Does it have regeneration charging? Or does it have to be plugged in

[@RaitisRides]

Plug-in

[@rodgerlee7302]

@@RaitisRides It also had regenerative charging, in addition to plug in.

[@basemmassoud9841]

Very beautiful exterior and interior but the worst performance...I always had hope that bmw would look more into this car performance and make it live up to the car look's but they simply gonna discontinue it..wat a shame...

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@wbwayne8887]

130K for a 3 cylinder, uh, supercar. Woo hoo! That sound though....🙉

[@RaitisRides]

I know right! LOL

[@wbwayne8887]

@@christopher-gardner Oh definitely, spot on. Not what I want to hear from the exterior of my Supercar. It might be the only car where artificial engine sound enhancement actually makes sense.

[@Boomtendo4tw]

The GXE electric Corvette does 205mph but $750k

[@wbwayne8887]

Pocket change. I have that in my couch + the $20 bill I found in my jacket from last year.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@RaitisRides]

You have me cracking up!

[@wbwayne8887]

@@RaitisRides I'll be here all night.

[@spartan9329]

It’s an ok car for me I don’t know why I’m drawn into muscle cars more This car is an example of looks can be deceiving situation being under 400hp 👎 I’ll destroy it with my 5.0 mustang 2019 😂!!

[@the_solution2932]

ROAD WARRIOR the i8 is definitely a catfish in terms of performance lol

[@spartan9329]

Lol it is a catfish 130k under 400hp and those high seals looks like your in a roller coaster and no ventilated seats I only like the M series bmws fooling rich people 🤑 with those suicide doors with this car !!

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@RaitisRides]

@@the_solution2932 Great way of putting it!

[@RaitisRides]

@@spartan9329 AGREED!

[@santiagorodriguez5062]

“Hypercar worthy”- yes “Supercar worthy”- no because its not supposed to be a super car/ performance sports car look at the m8 for that

[@blackguy546]

how so?

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Santiago.

[@RaitisRides]

@@blackguy546 Great question.

[@vsbsbhdhdb3574]

I need to see Buick cars and Volvo cars in your list brother Joe if you can thanks

[@RaitisRides]

I will get those together for you! Anything in particular?

[@vsbsbhdhdb3574]

Yes brother jo Volvo polestar .s 60 t6 Buick regal gs .enclave suv .

[@onalennamoseneke128]

7:23 Is that a Mercedes logo on that licence plate??????wtf

[@RaitisRides]

It's a preowned car at a Mercedes Dealership.

[@onalennamoseneke128]

@@RaitisRides Please Sub to my channel...just for now.

[@wbwayne8887]

Msrp new is $163,300, no thank you.

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@yahshaunyahu]

Do it really get 53mpg?

[@RaitisRides]

No it does not.

[@marctibbits5752]

Don’t forget to like the video!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Marc! I really appreciate you saying that!

[@jameswitte5676]

A really nice car but the 2020 Corvette is half the price.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one! I appreciate you watching!

[@TY.HDLife]

Should've been under 25

[@swannyriver75]

It's nice but the Mercedes sports car is just so much sleeker maybe because it's a little more feminine to me.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@swannyriver75]

Raiti's Rides Keep the rides coming..

[@nessuno5403]

Mercedes doesn't have anything comparable

[@BakalovGaming]

It’s funny because I remember seeing this car for the first time ever and was like DAMN. As it was driving by, I was waiting for the acceleration but was only met with silence. I thought to myself, wowwww what a lame driver. Little did I know it was a hybrid 🤣💀

[@RaitisRides]

I know exactly how you feel!

[@CommandoMaster]

Not a supercar the i8 only has 3 cylinder, and fake exhaust noise. Also not fast enough compared to other gas powered or EV supercars in the 100k range.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@asdf51501]

It's a nice looking car, but supercar it is NOT.

[@RaitisRides]

You are 100% accurate

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

Sup Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Jay Patel hey brother! Come take a ride with me!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides Well I'm here & were just starting

[@RaitisRides]

@@JayPatel-tx1zc Thanks man!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides LOL 3 hours later 🤣. That was 1 long ass ride their Joe holy!!🤣🤣.

[@philippernice8769]

If this price is too much the bmw z4 m4.0 is very nice for 70k handles like a dream. i know it's not a hybrid!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one! I appreciate you watching!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

LOL I got this 1 at least

[@wbwayne8887]

Jay, you have an I8?

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@wbwayne8887 No I'm only 15 I don't have a License, Driving Experience, Or have a Car. Oh by the way I know why your confused, u thought I was talking about having a BMW I8, but the reason why I said " LOL I got this 1 at least " , was because I didn't get the previous Notification from Joe on the Mazda CX-30 the car review that came before the I8. 🤣🤣.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@JayPatel-tx1zc Oh, 😂😂, I really had no idea Jay. Your mature and wise beyond your years my friend. I am an old fart at 47. Wish I could go back in school and change some things. Hard to be a car enthusiast on a firefighter's salary. It's not to late for you though. Play your cards right and study hard, so you can get some of these amazing cars that Joe brings us everyday.

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@wbwayne8887 Bless u WB Wayne such kind words my man. My dream Car is a 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Manual. But probably not gonna happen because Dodge is probably gonna discontinue the Challenger in a few years or so. Also our apartment only allows 2 Cars so ☠ no chance. I probably won't be able to start driving for a couple of damm years cuz it's so hard to ask people for parking spots at their house next to were I live & the whole 9 yards 😰😰. Damm rules 😡.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@JayPatel-tx1zc I can understand your dilemma, and unfortunately the trend is also moving to all cars becoming EVs in the not too distant future. I am sure when that happens, alot of vehicles will become fully autonomous. So driving as we know it may actually cease to exist at all. That will be a very sad day. I really hope I don't live long enough to see it to be honest. I really can't even imagine a World without ICE. Bad enough we are losing the fight to #savethemanual

[@borkoniBG]

For that much money I'll buy Porsche 911 turbo/ turbo S. And it's he, not she 🙃😉

[@number1fansince]

Nah it looks outdated

[@jeanballet7951]

imagine an Alpina version of the i8

[@RaitisRides]

Now we are talking!

[@trevorc8198]

Just get a Supra

[@RaitisRides]

Not exactly the same. LOL

[@trevorc8198]

Raiti's Rides just pulling your chain. 😂 Great review as always. BMWs are always clean

[@peetumanninen8816]

In 2019 even camry looks better than bmw

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@RaitisRides]

@@ericf5976 I appreciate your input.

[@makeseuell3308]

😂 that car 🚗 🚮 is SLOW a 911 or m5 competition would smoke 💨 that car 🚘

[@wbwayne8887]

Meh.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to drive it!

[@wbwayne8887]

@@RaitisRides I have no doubt it would be a thrill to drive. I guarantee I would have fun driving it also. Just would never buy it over it's competition.

[@Ersanchez1822]

Car is boring 💤 💤

[@RaitisRides]

You nee to drive one.