BMW i8 2k15 Overview


The 2015 BMW i8 is a completely new conception of the two-seat sport coupe, one that blends both classic design cues--doors that swing up from the windshield pillars like bird wings--and cutting-edge technology with a very green twist. When's the last time a sexy sport coupe came standard with a three-cylinder engine--and a charging cord to plug its electric components into the wall? Perhaps never, which is why the i8 is the second truly revolutionary car from BMW's "i" sub-brand.

The styling of the i8 has elements of traditional BMW, including the twin-kidney grilles at the front, but it also introduces elements unique to the BMW 'i' family. These include a groove between the upper and lower rear bodywork, wing-like fins at the rear, and blue trim accents. The 'i' cars also have unusually tall wheels and tires (20-inch wheels are standard on the i8) to cut aerodynamic drag by narrowing the area of the tire between the car's underside and the ground..


The electric motor up front is rated at 96 kilowatts (131 horsepower) and 184 lb-ft of torque; it's used for all-electric running at speeds up to 75 mph. The energy comes from a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack with a usable energy capacity of about 5 kilowatt-hours, mounted in the tunnel between the seats, giving the entire car a low, sleek profile.




In the rear, the i8 will be the first BMW to use the company's new 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, rated at 231 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque. (It's also used in the new third-generation 2014 MINI Cooper, in a lower state of tune.) The engine drives the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.
Each powertrain can be used independently--BMW quotes an electric range of up to 22 miles in "Max Emode"--or the electric motor can provide "boost" to the engine when the car is running in its highest-performance "Sport" mode. The default mode, known as comfort, uses each powertrain or both in a more efficient manner, and BMW says in that mode, the i8 coupe has a range of 310 miles or more between the charged battery and the gasoline tank.

Source- Thecarconnection.com



If you have any queries or suggestions related to any of our post , you can comment below or contact us here. We will be happy to assist you.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

URL Shortener Websites

Image
Hello folks today I will share the Best URL Shortener sites. A URL Shortener site is an instrument which is utilized to abbreviate the long URLs. There are numerous URL Shortener apparatuses accessible over the web that can help us in shortening URLs. I will list best out of these. 1. goo.gl  As usual, Google has something uncommon for you . Visit the Google URL shortener site at goo.gl. On the off chance that you aren't marked in, tap the Sign in catch in the upper right corner. Compose or glue your URL in the Paste your long URL here box. 2. Bit.ly  Likely the most prevalent URL shortener for Twitter since it was one of the first to give you a chance to track your little URLs. It's exceptionally straightforward interface will permit you make custom URLs so it's not only an arbitrary blend of letters and numbers on the off chance that you need. 3. Tiny.cc A standout amongst the most prominent and effective connection shorteners for business.
Read more

Best Android Racing games.

Image
Here are some exciting car racing games for Android. 1. Asphalt 8 : Airborne Asphalt Airborne is one of the top and favorite racing games on Android right now. Its the next level for all Android arcade racing games series. Players can work their way through the career mode, unlock new rides, upgrade the ones they have, or take the competition online in staggered or live multiplayer. The incredible high graphics and outstanding soundtrack makes Asphalt 8 to the next level of racing games. New features : 9 different exciting locations added. All tracks availabe in original and mirror variations in career mode. Peform barrel rolls and wild 360 degree jumps. You can downlaod the Asphalt 8:Airborne here :    Download here 2. Need for speed most wanted  It is a high quality game with awesome graphics quality and soundtrack. It requires a 600MB+ download and about 1900MB+ free space on your device. Race with super HOT cars like SRT Viper GTS, Porsche 911 carrera S, Humm
Read more