The 2014 BMW i8 brings the promise of an efficient and fast sports car to reality at the 2013 LA Auto Show. Â Here BMW unveiled a production version of the i8 plugin hybrid. Â The look has not changed much since we first saw the concepts over the last several years. Â It also has some impressive numbers to talk about: total system power of 362 hp and 420 lb-ft, up to 94 MPG, 4.4 second 0-60 MPH sprint, and 1.5 hours for full recharge. Â 231 of the horsepower come from a 3-cylinder TwinPower turbocharged gasoline engine. Â That is a mean little motor with specific output of 154 hp per liter.
The i8 promises to be a great performer with BMW steering feel and handling characteristics. Â It can go over 310 miles between fill-ups / recharge, so it will not leave you stranded. Â Sounds good? Â The 2014 BMW i8 goes on sale in summer of 2014 with a starting price of $135,700 (without destination charges and before federal/state incentives).
Check out this insider TFLcar video of the 2014 BMW i8 reveal from 2013 LA Auto Show:
