BMW i8 2021 is a 4 Seater Coupe available at a price of RM 1.38 Million in the Malaysia. It is available in 1 variants, 1 engine, and 1 transmissions option: Automatic in the Malaysia. The i8 dimensions is 4689 mm L x 1942 mm W x 1298 mm H. Over 3 users have reviewed i8 on basis of Features, Mileage, seating comfort, and engine performance. i8 top competitors are Vanquish, 488 GTB, 911 and LC.
| Engine | 1499 cc |
| Power | 231 hp |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Driver Airbag | Yes |
| Air Conditioner | Yes |
| Power Steering | Yes |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats |
| Central Locking | Yes |
Powerful engine
Great handler
Futuristic looks
Great mileage
Supercar sensibilities
Relatively expensive
Not actually on sale right now
| Variant | Price | Specifications | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i8 1.5L |
RM 1.38 Million*
SRP Price
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1499 cc, 231 hp, Automatic, Petrol | VIEW JANUARY OFFERS |
| Shah Alam | RM 1.38 Million |
| Petaling Jaya | RM 1.38 Million |
| Johor Bahru | RM 1.38 Million |
| Kuching | RM 1.38 Million |
| Kota Kinabalu | RM 1.38 Million |
BMW’s supercar rivaling future car was launched in the Malaysian market in 2015. As a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, it was one of the most unique cars on offer in the Malaysian market. Combining futuristic technology, carbon fiber construction and a design focusing on a low center of gravity and aerodynamic efficiency, it was also prohibitively expensive at nearly RM 1200000. While this certainly didn’t make it the people’s car, it certainly felt great to see it on our roads on the off chance. Since early 2017, the car has not been on sale in the country due to not being able to qualify as an EEV. How does a plug-in hybrid vehicle fail to qualify as an energy efficient vehicle, however, is not something that we would like to get into. Being qualified as an EEV would have brought down the price of the car to a much lower RM 650000. Hopefully, BMW will find a way to start selling this piece of automotive magnificence in the country again.
Getting into the car is an experience in itself. The door sill is high and wide and the door itself opens upwards. The view from the inside is also not the greatest what with the screen pillars coming really far back. The front and side visibility is good but taking turns will require a lot of movement from front to side. Rear visibility is equally ridiculous. This is after all a mid-engine sports car. Seating is low like a mid-engine sports car. The dash is as futuristic as expected. Usual BMW touches like ergonomic controls and a driver facing layout are also present. Hinting at the dynamic nature of the car are i-Drive touchpad dial, drive mode toggle and engine start button. The infotainment screen mounted on top of the dash that changes colors and displays with the driving modes also remind you of that. The cabin, however, is also home to a tall and wide tunnel under which the batteries are kept. The seats and space inside are therefore snug but at least the seats are nice. There are seats in the back too but they are only suitable for storing the odd luggage item. The actual boot is behind the mid-mounted engine and tiny at 4.7 cubic ft. This then is a sports car with supercar sensibilities.
Without a doubt the i8 is one of the most striking vehicles on the roads today. Its form follows function. This is no ordinary coupe with a bolt on battery and electric motor. It was built as a hybrid from the ground up and it really shows in every aspect of the car. It is low and wide at 4699 (L) X 1943 (W) X 1290 (H) mm. Yes, it is actually that low. And the ground clearance is a mere 116 mm. The low and wide stance is thanks to its construction that is focused on keeping its center of gravity low. 20” wheels only drive the point home even further. The 215/45 front and 245/40 rear run flat tires look like smears of paint. The low stance also helps with the next biggest priority for the car’s overall design – low drag coefficient. The front end doesn’t even have an actual grille. Angular body panels fit over the actual body of the car like the robots from iRobot. There are winglets and blades adorning its shape that ensure that it will be instantly recognizable. It will not look out of place in a parking lot full of Ferraris and Lamborghinis. The butterfly doors and the LED lighting certainly help. It might become outdated eventually but it will surely look like a car from the future for a few decades.
First there is the transversely mounted 1.5-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged engine that bears a lot of resemblance to the one in the Mini Copper. Powering the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic gearbox it produces 228 hp between 5800 and 6000 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 3700 rpm. The electric motor produces 141 hp at 4300 rpm and 250 Nm of electric torque from the get-go and powering the front wheels through a two-speed automatic transmission. This leads to a combined power output of 369 hp and 470 Nm of torque and some serious performance figures. 0-100 kmph happens within a blistering 4.2 seconds going on to a top speed of 250 kmph. And then there is the fact that it is an energy efficient vehicle despite what the government may think. Thanks to its hybrid powertrain it can deliver up to 30 kmpl. The supercar-like performance also comes with a supercar like riding characteristics. The long wheelbase at 2800 mm makes it difficult to get over speed breakers. The ride is firm as expected and even more so in sports mode. But the car is meant to be a dynamic handler. The chassis is well balanced and the weight distribution is an almost perfect 50:50. The layout of the powertrain also makes it effectively an AWD and this gives the car exceptional amount of grip that translates into serious handling prowess. This then is exactly like a sports car in every way imaginable.
This car comes with its own on-call concierge service. How do you think they handle safety then? There is an active driving assistant with surround view that includes speed limit info, frontal collision warning, pedestrian protection, and city collision mitigation. An impact sensor activates Battery Safety Terminal in case of a crash and disconnects the starter generator, fuel pump, and high-voltage battery automatically unlocks doors and turns on hazard and interior lights. They even call you to tell that you’ve been in a crash and that help is on the way. And we’re not even getting into the driver assists and electronic aids.
The first time I laid my eyes on the i8 I was awestruck by its design and overall beauty. I knew BMW excelled at making super cars that exude elegance and power, but the i8 is in a different league altogether. One look at this car and I can guarantee that you will find it very difficult to look somewhere
You own this car and you’d feel like you own the street. It is sports car with stunning looks so there was no debate in my mind when I decided to go for it. A car right out of those racing games, speed is this car’s speciality. At the same time is noise cancelling, the design is aerodynamic, noise and
What can you say about this? I am not really happy with the way things are going with BMW. First of all they sell an uber expensive car. Then they don’t stock parts. The service is pathetic. Being owning this super car from almost three years now and every visit to the service centre is a nightmare. The car is
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