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Jason · 11-28-2012, 02:59 PM

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LA 2012: BMW i8 Concept Spyder North American Debut

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The 2012 Concept Vehicle of the Year Award winner, the electric hybrid BMW i8 Spyder Concept [Official Info Thread], is making its North American debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show now underway. The i8 will hit the market in early 2014.

We were able to get up close and personal with the i8 Spyder and have posted our photos below.

Vital Stats

High performance 3-cylinder petrol engine (164 kW) in rear with i3's electric motor (limited to 96 kW) in front
Total torque of 550 Nm (300Nm petrol engine + 250 Nm electric motor)
3 driving modes - electric, petrol, or both engines at once
1,630 kg
0-100kph (62mph): 5.0 seconds
80-120 km/h (50-75 mph): 4.0 seconds
Top speed: 250kph (155mph) (limited)
3 L/100km / 94 mpg imp
50:50 weight distribution

Tech Specifications

Specifications	BMW i8 Concept Spyder
Length (mm)	4480
Height (mm)	1208
Width (mm)	1922
Wheelbase (mm)	2650
Number of seats	2
Kerb Weight (kg)	1630
Top Speed	250 km/h (155 mph) electr. governed
Acceleration
0-100 kph (s)	5.0
80-120kph (s)	4.0
System Output	260 kW / 550 NM
Twin Power Turbo Engine	164 kW / 300 Nm
Fuel Consumption (EU)	3.0 l/100km - 94mpg imp
eDrive output electric motor	96kw
electric range	approx. 27-30 km (17-19 miles)
battery charge time	standard: 1.45 h for 100%
Luggage Compartment	approx. 100 litres

BMW i8 Concept Spyder North American Debut

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ZheHbKa · 11-28-2012, 03:16 PM

cool!

puffysheep · 11-28-2012, 03:24 PM

I love the design of i8.
I wonder if they would produce M version of this...

Majdnoon · 11-28-2012, 03:25 PM

Looking forward to this quite a bit!

DubSport · 11-28-2012, 03:27 PM

BMW has a long way to go with this car. Its ugly and underwhelming and not even ready for mass market. Usually production versions of concept cars are more tame, in looks and power output so don't hold your breath it only gets worse from here.

Ka razy · 11-28-2012, 03:33 PM

Very cool

bimmerjph · 11-28-2012, 03:38 PM

0-60 in 5 seconds? I thought this was supposed to be on par with the M3?

moparacker · 11-28-2012, 04:18 PM

The Spyder had it NA debut two weeks ago in NYC. The Born Electric tour was open to the public.

RL530xit · 11-28-2012, 04:30 PM

I can't wait to start seeing the i cars on the road!

Sedoy · 11-28-2012, 04:31 PM

Not bad BMW, but Tesla Model S already beat i8 performance and probably the price tag as well. Too bad Tesla is only electric...

So is 94 MPG - electric MPG or some kind of combination MPG?

ddk632 · 11-28-2012, 05:24 PM

The only problem with the i8 Spyder, for me, is to decide which one I like more, the Spyder or the Coupe? The next problem is, how do I order one?

Seriously love both of these cars. Could care less about the i3, but the futuristic/modern design on these cars is gorgeous. I hope the production version looks close to this in design.

As far as performance, I'm not bothered. I'm sure it will drive, handle, and feel like a BMW. Not too long ago 0-60 in 5 seconds wasn't too shabby, and I bet this car will be quite sporty.

It looks like a perfect car for a leisurely cruise "on the town" or road trip up the coast alongside the ocean.

And it looks like NOTHING else on the road today and probably for some time. Great job BMW can't wait to own one of these.

motorsport_cat · 11-28-2012, 05:28 PM

how are those taillights made? they dont look like leds

Alpine F31 · 11-28-2012, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmw8

how are those taillights made? they dont look like leds

I'm pretty sure it's laser

GOLFFRR · 11-28-2012, 07:01 PM

car is so cool looking

bimmerJP · 11-28-2012, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmerjph

0-60 in 5 seconds? I thought this was supposed to be on par with the M3?

Yeah, last time I checked it said 4 sec. Maybe the Spyder is slower?

///M1 · 11-28-2012, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moparacker

The Spyder had it NA debut two weeks ago in NYC. The Born Electric tour was open to the public.

Factually correct. Was there the first night (not open to public), even have a pic with Uma Thurman next to the car

LOL

Oaktree · 11-29-2012, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M1

Factually correct. Was there the first night (not open to public), even have a pic with Uma Thurman next to the car

LOL

pics or it didnt happen

steinjeremo · 11-29-2012, 09:46 PM

Looking forward to this quite a bit!

moparacker · 11-30-2012, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M1

Factually correct. Was there the first night (not open to public), even have a pic with Uma Thurman next to the car

LOL

11-28-2012, 03:16 PM	#2
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ddk632 Lieutenant Drives: 2013 BMW X6M Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: South Florida Posts: 413 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X6M [5.00]	The only problem with the i8 Spyder, for me, is to decide which one I like more, the Spyder or the Coupe? The next problem is, how do I order one? Seriously love both of these cars. Could care less about the i3, but the futuristic/modern design on these cars is gorgeous. I hope the production version looks close to this in design. As far as performance, I'm not bothered. I'm sure it will drive, handle, and feel like a BMW. Not too long ago 0-60 in 5 seconds wasn't too shabby, and I bet this car will be quite sporty. It looks like a perfect car for a leisurely cruise "on the town" or road trip up the coast alongside the ocean. And it looks like NOTHING else on the road today and probably for some time. Great job BMW can't wait to own one of these. __________________ ddk632 My flickr \| Motorcycles and DSLRs on flickr

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DubSport Private First Class Drives: 2008 135i Msport Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 159 iTrader: (1)	BMW has a long way to go with this car. Its ugly and underwhelming and not even ready for mass market. Usually production versions of concept cars are more tame, in looks and power output so don't hold your breath it only gets worse from here.

11-28-2012, 03:38 PM	#7
bimmerjph Major Drives: 2002 BMW 325i Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,392 iTrader: (0)	0-60 in 5 seconds? I thought this was supposed to be on par with the M3?

11-28-2012, 04:18 PM	#8
moparacker New Member Drives: '98 740i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: VB, VA Posts: 9 iTrader: (1)	The Spyder had it NA debut two weeks ago in NYC. The Born Electric tour was open to the public.

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Sedoy Private First Class Drives: E53 X5 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New England Posts: 142 iTrader: (0)	Not bad BMW, but Tesla Model S already beat i8 performance and probably the price tag as well. Too bad Tesla is only electric... So is 94 MPG - electric MPG or some kind of combination MPG?

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