Paris 2012: BMW i8 Spyder Concept

[BMWI6]

Originally Posted by sonicbimmer19

when you look at the side of the car (picture 9) it just doesn't look right

You may need some glasses.

[GMP Performance]

Thanks for posting these up! Can't wait to see one of these cars in person!

[JasonCSU]

Originally Posted by Venom

Thank Jason, I will definitely look into it. Wouldn't those also be LRR?

I'm not sure on that. :

[Dr. G]

Anybody able to photoshop some different colours onto this car?

[AP]

There is one of these in the BMW Park lane showroom in London for anyone interested.

[lawbider]

Originally Posted by Jason

The 2012 Concept Vehicle of the Year Award winner, the electric hybrid BMW i8 Spyder Concept [Official Info Thread], made its first auto show appearance since its world premiere at the Beijing auto show in April.

This was our first look at the i8 Spyder in person and I found it even more impressive and eye catching than the coupe version. We previously put together a photo comparison you can see to form your opinion.

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

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