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Bimmer i8 Hybrid Sports Car Adds Power and Range
BMW AG’s plug-in hybrid i8 coupe is getting a mild facelift and power upgrade for the 2019 model year.
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BMW AG’s plug-in hybrid i8 coupe is getting a mild facelift and power upgrade for the 2019 model year.
An improved electric motor boosts the i8’s overall output from 357 hp to 369 hp. The electric motor powers the front wheels via a two-speed automatic transmission, while BMW’s 1.5-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine drives the rear wheels through a 6-speed automatic. Top speed is listed at 155 mph.
The 2+2 i8 coupe and all-new i8 roadster also feature an updated version of BMW’s iDrive center console control system. The 2019 coupe will be publicly unveiled at next month’s Detroit auto show.
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