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BMW i8 at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show

The 2014 Chicago Auto Show that’s currently underway featured the latest BMW models that were also on the scene at Detroit’s main event. Amongst them you could spot a beautiful, white i8.
BMW i8 at 2014 Chicago Auto Show 5 photos
Photo: Autogespot
BMW i8 at the 2014 Chicago Auto ShowBMW i8 at the 2014 Chicago Auto ShowBMW i8 at the 2014 Chicago Auto ShowBMW i8 at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show
With a conventional 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine in the back and an electric motor up front derived from the i3, the i8 is truly a next step in mobility and the way we perceive performance.

The combined 362 HP and 570 Nm of torque make this car a dashing appearance both on the street and on the drag strip where the o-100 km/h sprint is done in 4.4 seconds.

This is also the first car in the world that has all-wheel-drive, RWD and FWD at the same time, the electric unit being capable of powering the front axle alone for up to 20 miles.

The price for such a car will start at around $136,000 in the US and sales will begin this autumn. Better start saving some money!

Via: Autogespot
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