BMW 8 Series Convertible vs BMW i8 Comparison

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Things we like	Gorgeous design Involving driving dynamics Read More	Powerful engine Futuristic design Great handling Read More
Things we don't like	Limited space at the back Read More	Relatively expensive Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	6	3
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	--	9.5:1
Battery Type	--	Li-ion
Battery Capacity	--	11.6 kWh
Battery Voltage	--	2.5
Secondary Engine Fuel Type	--	Electric

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Transmission

Gear Box	8-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	RWD	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2998 cc	1499 cc
Power	340 hp	231 hp
Torque	500 Nm	320 Nm
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	5.3 s	4.6 s
Secondary Engine Max Power	--	141 hp
Secondary Engine Max Torque	--	250 Nm Nm
Fuel Consumption	--	2.1

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	280 L	--
Seating Capacity	4 seats	2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	68 L	--
Length	4854 mm	4689 mm
Width	1902 mm	1942 mm
Height	1339 mm	1289 mm
Wheel Base	2822 mm	2800 mm
Front Tread	1627 mm	1644 mm
Rear Tread	1642 mm	1715 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1905 kg	1595 kg
Gross Weight	2340 kg	1900 kg
Front Headroom	988 mm	--
Rear Headroom	881 mm	--
Ground Clearance	--	117 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	M Sport Suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	M Sport Suspension

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	20 Inch
Tyre Size	245/35 R20	195/50 R20
Tyre Type	Runflat	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R20

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	--
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	--
Engine	3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC	1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	No	--
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	No
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	--
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	--

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	No
Moon Roof	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6 Euro 6	Euro 6 Euro 6
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED

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