BMW i8 I12
Carbon-fibre construction and plug-in hybrid power in a futuristic BMW coupé.
- Power
- 357 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.2 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $39k–$67k
About the BMW i8 I12
The i8 entered production in 2014 as BMW’s dramatic plug-in hybrid sports coupé. A turbocharged three-cylinder drives the rear wheels while an electric motor drives the front. Carbon-fibre-reinforced construction and scissor-style doors gave it a distinctive identity, though its character favours efficient grand touring over raw track pace. Coupé production finished in 2020 after 16,581 examples.
BMW i8 I12 specs
The BMW i8 I12 produces 357 bhp (266 kW) and 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | i8 |
| Generation | I12 |
| Years | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 16,581 built |
| Original price | About $141,000 when new |
| Engine | 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,499 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 357 bhp (266 kW) |
| Torque | 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 4.2 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,490 kg (3,285 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 240 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a BMW i8 I12 worth?
A typical BMW i8 I12 is estimated to be worth $39,000 – $67,000 (about £29,000 – £50,000).
Its original price when new was about $141,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
BMW i8 I12 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW i8 I12 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 53 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW i8 I12 fun facts
- The petrol engine drives the rear wheels and the electric motor drives the front.
- BMW built 16,581 i8 Coupés and 3,884 i8 Roadsters.
