The BMW i8, introduced in 2014, revolutionized the sports car market as a pioneering plug-in hybrid, becoming the best-selling model in its category by 2020.
Equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged three-cylinder engine and an electric motor, the i8 initially produced 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, achieving 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.4 seconds.
By 2020, its output increased to 369 horsepower, supported by an upgraded 11.6-kWh battery that extended its all-electric range to 34 miles (NEDC).
The i8 featured all-wheel drive (AWD) and a 6-speed automatic transmission, offering a unique blend of efficiency and performance.
Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for the BMW i8 below.
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2020 BMW i8 Horsepower
The BMW i8 features a 1.5L engine producing 369 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.
It is equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2020 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Roadster |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Roadster |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
2019 BMW i8 Horsepower
The 2019 BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5L engine producing 369 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.
It features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2019 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Roadster |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Roadster |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
369 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
2017 BMW i8 Horsepower
The BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5L inline-3 engine, producing a consistent output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, achieved through its all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, ensuring efficient power delivery across various driving conditions.
2017 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
357 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
2016 BMW i8 Horsepower
The BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5L inline-3 engine, producing a consistent output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, with all power delivered through an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.
The vehicle features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, ensuring efficient power management across various driving conditions.
2016 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
357 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
2015 BMW i8 Horsepower
The BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5L inline-3 engine, producing a consistent output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, with all power delivered through an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.
The vehicle features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, ensuring efficient power management across various driving conditions.
2015 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
357 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
2014 BMW i8 Horsepower
The BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5L inline-3 engine, producing a consistent output of 357 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, with all power delivered through an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.
The vehicle features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, ensuring efficient power management across various driving conditions.
2014 BMW i8 Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Coupe |
1.5L | Intercooled Turbo | I3 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
357 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
420 ft-lbs |
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