The i3 is a carbon-bodied electric city car and the i8 a plug-in hybrid sports coupe, and both display wild styling and high-tech features. BMW i8 Plug-In Hybrid Sports Coupe
The i8 is probably one of the most exciting cars at the 2011 Frankfurt Autoshow. It's a rakish sports coupe with flowing lines and cool blue highlights, with large glass doors making it impossible to miss. It's clearly a BMW too, helped by the traditional kidney grille - probably the only traditional element of the car.
The four sculpted seats make the interior just as distinctive, and the performance won't disappoint either. Power comes from a three-cylinder gasoline engine that serves the rear axle, and an electric motor sends power to the front wheels to increase traction. The engine and motor can be used independently or together depending on requirements.
BMW claims a 0-62 mph run of 5.9 seconds, and a top speed limited to 155 mph, in common with most other high-performance BMWs. Weight comes in at 3,260 pounds.
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