BMW i8
2016–2020 model years · Generation introduced 2014
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- Available years
- 2016–2020
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $34,775–$57,663
The overview
The i8 is a low-slung, all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid sports car with a 129-hp electric motor powering the front wheels and a 220-hp, 1.5-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine driving the rear. Combined output is 357 hp, good for a blistering 0-60 mph run in 4.2 seconds, BMW claims. The i8 has an all-electric range of about 17 miles, for 2019-2020 models, and 14 miles for the earlier model years, before the gas engine kicks in, though the engine can be tapped as needed for maximum performance. Total range is about 310 miles. Charge time is said to be about 1.5 hours with 240-volt, and 3.5 hours with 120-volt. Like the i3, the i8 is also made of carbon fiber, and it weighs less than 3,500 pounds. Freshened for 2019, the i8 is a low-slung, all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid sports car in roadster and coupe versions. A 129-hp electric motor powers the front wheels and a 228-hp, 1.5-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine driving the rear result in a combined output of 369 hp, 12 more hp than previous model.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 ↗ Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (369 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $57,663 | Not rated | Not rated | 27 MPG |
| 2019 ↗ Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (369 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $49,350 | Not rated | Not rated | 27 MPG |
| 2017 ↗ Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (357 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $37,375 | Not rated | Not rated | 28 MPG |
| 2016 ↗ Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (357 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $34,775 | Not rated | Not rated | 28 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2020 model
Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (369 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $57,663
- Retail value range
- $55,975 - $59,350
- Original MSRP range
- $147,500 - $163,300
- Trade-in range
- $50,650 - $53,700
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 26 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 51 in
- Wheelbase
- 110 in
- Weight
- 3,500 lb
- Maximum load
- 620 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 15847 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (369 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $49,350
- Retail value range
- $47,975 - $50,725
- Original MSRP range
- $147,500 - $163,300
- Trade-in range
- $43,350 - $45,800
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 26 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 51 in
- Wheelbase
- 110 in
- Weight
- 3,500 lb
- Maximum load
- 620 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 12722 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2017 model
Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (357 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $37,375
- Retail value range
- $37,375 - $37,375
- Original MSRP range
- $143,400 - $143,400
- Trade-in range
- $33,400 - $33,400
Fuel economy
- EPA combined
- 28 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 51 in
- Wheelbase
- 110 in
- Weight
- 3,455 lb
- Maximum load
- 620 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 8081 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2016 model
Tera coupe AWD 1.5-liter 3 (357 hp) plugin hybrid (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2016 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $34,775
- Retail value range
- $34,775 - $34,775
- Original MSRP range
- $140,700 - $140,700
- Trade-in range
- $30,900 - $30,900
Fuel economy
- EPA combined
- 28 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 51 in
- Wheelbase
- 110 in
- Weight
- 3,455 lb
- Maximum load
- 620 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 9/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 6865 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
