BMW 8 Series Coupe vs BMW i8 Comparison

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Things we like	Elegant design Powerful performance Steptronic automatic gearbox Read More	--
Things we don't like	Expensive Not very frugal Read More	--

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	8	3
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	--	9.5:1
Battery Type	--	lithium-ion

Transmission

Transmission Type	Steptronic Sport Transmission	Automatic
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
Gear Box	--	6-Speed

Performance

Engine Displacement	4395 cc	1499 cc
Power	530 hp	231 hp
Torque	750 Nm	320 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	--
Acceleration	3.7 s	4.4 s
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Fuel Consumption	10	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	--	131 hp
Secondary Engine Max Torque	--	250 Nm Nm

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	420 L	--
Seating Capacity	4 seats	4 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	68 L	42 L
Length	4851 mm	4689 mm
Width	2822 mm	2218 mm
Height	1346 mm	1291 mm
Front Tread	1627 mm	1644 mm
Rear Tread	1642 mm	1721 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1965 kg	1485 kg
Front Headroom	987 mm	983 mm
Rear Headroom	854 mm	824 mm
Ground Clearance	--	130 mm
Wheel Base	--	2800 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	M Sport Suspension	Adaptive Suspension
Rear Suspension	M Sport Suspension	Adaptive Suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

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

Steering

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

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Safety

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

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	4.4L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC 4.4L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC	1.5 L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinders 12 Valve 1.5 L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinders 12 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
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	--
Power Windows Rear	--	No
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Trunk Light	--	Yes

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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	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	--
CD Player	--	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
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	No	Yes
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	--	No
Rear Window Washer	--	No
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Sun Roof	--	Yes
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Chrome Garnish	--	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	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6 Euro 6	Euro 6 Euro 6
Outside Temperature Display	--	Yes
Emission Control System	--	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist

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