{"id":10035,"date":"2018-08-15T05:02:24","date_gmt":"2018-08-15T05:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/x.www.carsome.my\/news\/bmws-new-i8-coup-defines-electric-hybrid-sex-appeal\/"},"modified":"2025-05-20T16:05:08","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T08:05:08","slug":"bmws-new-i8-coup-defines-electric-hybrid-sex-appeal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/bmws-new-i8-coup-defines-electric-hybrid-sex-appeal","title":{"rendered":"BMW\u2019s new i8 Coup\u00e9 Defines Electric Hybrid Sex Appeal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BMW Malaysia has launched the new BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 LCI, the brand\u2019s hybrid-electric sports car.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">It looks the same\u2026 but&#8230;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/IMG_2368-wm.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/IMG_2368-wm.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The-New-BMW-i8-Coup\u00e9-(13).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The-New-BMW-i8-Coup%C3%A9-%2813%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Visual improvements are subtle, with an added Coup\u00e9 badge on the C-pillar and new 20-inch Jet Black light-alloy wheels. Aerodynamically, the bonnet on the new i8 now features an active air shutter that opens or closes on the needs of cooling or aerodynamics. When the latter is prioritised, the flow of cooling air at the front is now rerouted to direct air to the sides of the car near the wheel arches and into the underbody.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/IMG_2387-wm.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/IMG_2387-wm.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the inside, the trim features an open-pore CFRP carbon on the centre console, door handle and dashboard inlay while the iDrive controller and gear selection lever in ceramic finish.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (20).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%2820%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To aid the driver, the Head-Up Display in Sport mode features rpm readout, gear and optimum shift indicators. The main centre display is an 8.8-inch freestanding unit loaded with the latest Navigation System Professional.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">What makes the i8 special?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (3).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%283%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The i8 is built on the BMW\u2019s LifeDrive vehicle architecture designed for the brand\u2019s i cars. The Life module takes the form of a passenger cell made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) while the aluminium Drive module brings together powertrain, high-voltage battery, suspension, crash system and structural functions.<\/p>\n<p>Also recently announced, the i8\u2019s drive system won its fourth consecutive win for the International Engine of the Year Award since 2015.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">What about power?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (6).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%286%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The i8\u2019s drivetrain is a hybrid mixture of electric motor at the front and combustion engine at the rear, with each power unit driving the front and back respectively. What is improved now is the increased cell capacity of the high-voltage battery at 33 Ah compared to 20 Ah on the previous. Here the electric motor output has been increased over 10 fold to 105 kW from 9 kW with a 143 hp of power. Electric range is now 55 km with more priority focused on electric driving as a whole. This system is linked to a two-speed automatic gearbox, while the combustion unit is driven through a six-speed Steptronic transmission.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/IMG_2358-wm.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/IMG_2358-wm.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Together with the 1.5-litre three-cylinder combustion engine with an output of 231 hp and 320 Nm of torque, the combined hybrid system now generates 374 hp in total and achieves the century acceleration in 4.4-seconds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">Does the i8 have the similar driving modes as the other iPerformance cars?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/IMG_2382-wm.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/IMG_2382-wm.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Yes but it is uniquely extended beyond the ones available in the brand\u2019s standard cars. In the i8, there are five driving modes \u2013 Comfort, Sport and Eco Pro through Hybrid Drive, and Comfort and Eco Pro through eDrive.<\/p>\n<p>In eDrive Eco Pro mode, power is provided from the electric motor alone up to a speed of 120 km\/h. In Hybrid mode, both motor and engine comes together, with the motor able to recuperate energy on the overrun or under braking. Regardless of drive mode, the system is able to generate or convert energy into the battery.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (17).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%2817%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>When the i8\u2019s navigation system is used, the system will analyse the route for the best use of the electric motor most efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">Can you stay connected to the i8 via mobile?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (15).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%2815%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Yes! Through the i Remote App, owners can access the current charge status, range, as well as remote functions of door lock, unlock, light flash and horn blow. The similar Connected app can help the driver search for charging stations and access the efficiency rating of the last trip and CO2 calculator.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">What about safety?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (5).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%285%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As standard, Cruise Control with Brake function, Driving Assistant with Surround View including Collision and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking, Park Distance Control with front and rear sensors.<\/p>\n<p>The range of safety includes ABS, Cornering Brake Control, DSC, DTC and airbags that include windows, head and side. There is also Isofix attachments at the rear for child seats.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">Ownership?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/The New BMW i8 Coup\u00e9 (10).jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/The%20New%20BMW%20i8%20Coup%C3%A9%20%2810%29.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Exterior colours are a Crystal White with a Frozen Grey highlight, BMW individual Donington Grey paired to either Black Amido or Accaro interior respectively. The price for the i8 Coup\u00e9 is <strong>RM 1,310,800<\/strong> on the road without insurance and zero GST.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">TL;DR<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/P90285559_highRes.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/P90285559_highRes.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/P90285561_highRes.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/P90285561_highRes.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw i8 Coupe 2018\/P90285560_highRes.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/News\/Bmw%20i8%20Coupe%202018\/P90285560_highRes.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Looking to get a plug-in hybrid car? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/BMW-iPerformance-Vehicles-Are-A-Great-Intro-To-Your-First-PHEV-Here-Is-Why\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ff8c00;\">Click here <\/span><\/a>to find out why BMW&#8217;s range of iPerformance vehicles might be a great one to start with.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Checked out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/The-New-Mini-Hatch-Is-Here-To-Inject-Style-Into-Your-Life\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ff8c00;\">new Mini hatch<\/span><\/a> yet? 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