BMW is planning to bring the i8 Spyder Concept at the 2012 LA Auto Show. This masterpiece is rumored to go in production in 2015. BMW enthusiasts are surely excited to have this awesome 2 seater, open top with upward-swivelling, windowless doors. Really cool!
“The i8 Spyder uses the same LifeDrive architecture as the i8, a carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) Life module that gives the car an extremely lightweight passenger cell.”
“The i8 Concept Spyder is a plug-in hybrid powered by an eDrive drivetrain combining a high-performance electric motor and a 1.5 liter three-cylinder petrol engine. The lithium-ion battery supplying the motor with power can be recharged in an extremely short space of time from any domestic power socket. The Spyder outputs up to 354 horsepower.”
“Weighing just 3,600 lbs, the i8 Spyder runs to 100 km/h (62 mph) in five seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The fuel consumption is rated at 3 liter per 100 km or 78 MPG. The Concept weighs 1,630 kg (3,600 lbs).”
According to BMW, the i8 Spyder is equivalent to 78 mpg on the European check cycle and can probably run about 20 miles with its electric power. Plus, with the use of European family socket, its lithium-ion battery pack can be fully charge in less than two hours.
It has leather trimmed cockpit, advanced electronics with 3D digital shows, smartphone sync, web connectivity, and parking assistant among the many other amazing features BMW i8 spyder possess.
Article Source: bmwblog.com
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John Mariani is the owner of Bavarian Performance Group that specializes in BMW service and repair. He is committed to provide only the highest quality BMW original equipment parts, fluids, and accessories.
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