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2019 BMW i8 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The BMW i8 Coupe is instantly recognizable by its striking design: the scissor doors, the flowing, two-tone body, and the futuristic interior. It skips the 2018 model year and heads straight into a 2019 version that gets some important new updates.
Supplementing the Coupe body style, there is now a new Roadster. It trades the other model’s carbon-fiber roof midsection for a high-quality fabric soft top that folds back in a Z pattern electronically, taking up very little space, and allowing the car’s occupants to enjoy open-air driving. The deployment and stowing of the roof happen in as little as 16 seconds at up to 31 miles per hour. Even with the top folded away, a cowl remains in place, directing airflow over the cabin. The Roadster also nixes the two back seats, accommodating just two people. In their stead are the storage space for the roof and an estimated 3.5 cubic feet of storage space.
The i8’s basic powertrain returns for 2019 - a 96 kW electric motor on the front axle coupled with a 1.5-liter inline 3-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic engine on the rear axle for all-wheel-drive capability. And there are improvements all around. The lithium-ion battery pack increases from 7.1 to 11.6-kilowatt hours. Total system horsepower increases by 12 to 369. BMW estimates that both the Roadster and the Coupe can drive in electric-only mode for 18 miles, up from 15 on the previous model, and sprint to 60 in about 4.2 seconds to a top speed of 155 mph. Fuel economy was not yet available at the time of this writing, but the 2017 and earlier i8 achieved 74 MPGe in hybrid mode and 29 MPG in gas-only mode.
BMW has also focused on the design options, adding E-Copper and Donington Grey metallic shades to the color palette, both of which come with Frozen Grey metallic cladding. Inside, the Giga interior theme is standard for both Coupe and Roadster variants, in Ivory White for the Coupe and Ivory White/Black for the Roadster with optional dark Amido. Otherwise, there is an all-new Tera World Copper theme with E-Copper Upholstery and optional carbon fiber interior trim. Redesigned 20-inch wheels come standard on both body-styles, now lighter than the lightest wheel options for the earlier models.
The i8 continues to come with a long list of standard high-tech equipment. There’s a fully-digital instrument cluster, a head-up display, a 360-watt Harmon Kardon system, and the latest iDrive 6.0 infotainment system with navigation. The i8 also has BMW Connected, which includes route planning that takes into account necessary refueling or recharging stops.
As far safety driver assistance systems, the i8 has plenty. Adaptive cruise control and the Driving Assistant Package are standard; the latter bundles a surround-view camera system, frontal collision, pedestrian detection, front and rear parking sensors, automatic high beams, speed limit recognition, and cross-traffic alert.
The 2019 improves the i8’s mission of high-tech, efficient travel with key performance, technology, and weight-saving gains, plus a new two-seat, open-top version. Pricing hasn’t yet been announced, but the 2017 started at $147,500 and was eligible for a tax credit from the federal government.
Published Jun 1, 2022 by Kyree Rollerson
User reviews for 2019 BMW i8
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by William R
Jun 03, 2024
The BMW i8 Roadster, I give it high praise for its innovative futuristic design, performance, and technology. Key highlights often include:
1. Innovative Design: The BMW i8 Roadster is noted for its futuristic and sleek design, both exterior and interior, making it a standout in the sports car category.
2. Performance: The combination of a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine with an electric motor provides an exhilarating driving experience, blending power with efficiency.
3. Technology: The i8 Roadster features advanced technology, including a sophisticated hybrid powertrain, state-of-the-art infotainment system, and numerous driver-assistance features.
4. Environmental Impact: As a plug-in hybrid, the i8 offers lower emissions compared to traditional sports cars.
5. Driving Experience: The car’s handling, acceleration, and overall driving dynamics are great providing a thrilling yet controlled ride.
While the i8 Roadster garners great ratings here are my areas for improvement, such as the limited cargo space. However, its blend of performance, style, and technology generally earns it high marks me.Jun 03, 2024
by Brian M
Nov 15, 2023
I owned the 2015 model of this vehicle. It is an amazing car and the 2019 looks like theyve only made improvements. I may very well add the i8 back to the collection.Nov 15, 2023
by Dennis C
Aug 20, 2022
I love it. Never had one but looking to buy one Roadster White . They should never had stop productionAug 20, 2022
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by William R
Jun 03, 2024
The BMW i8 Roadster, I give it high praise for its innovative futuristic design, performance, and technology. Key highlights often include:
1. Innovative Design: The BMW i8 Roadster is noted for its futuristic and sleek design, both exterior and interior, making it a standout in the sports car category.
2. Performance: The combination of a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine with an electric motor provides an exhilarating driving experience, blending power with efficiency.
3. Technology: The i8 Roadster features advanced technology, including a sophisticated hybrid powertrain, state-of-the-art infotainment system, and numerous driver-assistance features.
4. Environmental Impact: As a plug-in hybrid, the i8 offers lower emissions compared to traditional sports cars.
5. Driving Experience: The car’s handling, acceleration, and overall driving dynamics are great providing a thrilling yet controlled ride.
While the i8 Roadster garners great ratings here are my areas for improvement, such as the limited cargo space. However, its blend of performance, style, and technology generally earns it high marks me.Jun 03, 2024
by Brian M
Nov 15, 2023
I owned the 2015 model of this vehicle. It is an amazing car and the 2019 looks like theyve only made improvements. I may very well add the i8 back to the collection.Nov 15, 2023
by Dennis C
Aug 20, 2022
I love it. Never had one but looking to buy one Roadster White . They should never had stop productionAug 20, 2022
by Mohammad K
Jul 18, 2022
Great car bmw did a great job on the i8Jul 18, 2022
by Isabella M
Jun 06, 2022
Its absolutely fantastic, the look and the famous doorsJun 06, 2022
by Anonymous
Feb 19, 2022
Best car I have ever owned! Very thoughtfully designed and, of course, carried out with typical BMW skill. Feb 19, 2022
by Batista D
Jan 19, 2022
Car is outstanding on the expressway. I have a Tesla model s and it doesnt grip the road as well as the i8. The driver legroom reminds me of the corvette, except for maybe 3 more inches- so...not too pleasant for folks 63 like me. The sound system is poor. Just being honest. Quality speakers...but not getting the sound expected from this vehicle. I compare this car to the corvette z51, which I owned for 4 years...its just a tad bigger. Drives similar as well. However , it looks way better. This is not just a head turner but conversation maker. It causes chaos everywhere. Drive this to work and see what happens. Anyways, knowing that they only made the roadster in 2019 and 2020 makes me feel like I have a future class in hand. This car is a clear 4.3 out of 5 in the elite car group.Jan 19, 2022
by Steve S
Dec 10, 2021
Beautiful car my only problem was that getting out of the vehicle was awkward .Dec 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Oct 18, 2021
This is an awesome vehicle, well built and designed. Could have a few more storage compartments in the cabin. Oct 18, 2021
by Norman H
Oct 18, 2021
The future platform of a true hybrid
that other cars will duplicate!Oct 18, 2021
by Stuart B
Dec 27, 2020
Can’t get in and out very easily... or it lease your date can’t! Dec 27, 2020
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2019 BMW i8 Pricing
Original MSRP
$147,500 to $163,300Price range
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: carbon · Door trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.68
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free · EV battery capacity: 11.6 kWh · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 141 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 4300 · Electric Motor Torque: 184 · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time: 2 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 15 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 228 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5800 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 236 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 3700
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: butterfly · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 8.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa · Smart device app function: horn/light operation
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: carbon · Dash trim: carbon · Door trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: audio system · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.68
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free · EV battery capacity: 11.6 kWh · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 141 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 4300 · Electric Motor Torque: 184 · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time: 2 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 15 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 228 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5800 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 236 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 3700
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: butterfly · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 8.8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power retractable hard top
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app compatibility: BMW ConnectedDrive · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse