2015 BMW i8 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.3 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.3 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2015 BMW i8 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2015 BMW i8 specs
| Engine | 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo hybrid |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid |
| City | 8.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Electric range | 531 km |
| CO₂ | 123 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.87 |
2015 BMW i8: every figure
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 3 |
| MPG city (US) | 28 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 |
| Charge at 240 V | 2 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 142 L (5 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,574 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2015 BMW i8
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (2), engine (2) and air bags (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V882000 | 2015-12-28 | electronic stability control (esc) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 i8 vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to June 5, 2015. Improperly drilled holes within the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) hydraulic unit may restrict one or more pistons impairing the DSC functions, including braking. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2015 BMW i8: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2015 BMW i8 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Buying the 2015 BMW i8 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the i8
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Under the hood
The 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo hybrid does the work, through a 6-speed automatic. It is a plug-in hybrid: it runs on electricity for a short distance, then on gas like a regular hybrid. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
Rated at 8.3 L/100 km combined, it needs around 25 litres for a 300 km round trip. On electricity alone it is rated for about 531 km before the gas engine takes over. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $12.87. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space and size
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. The EPA lists 142 litres for luggage, roughly about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Who rents the i8
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Rent it for a week first
Rent first, buy later: a week with the i8 answers the big questions. Try the i8 on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Money matters
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.87 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $128.70 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Which one to look for
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Talk to a person
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2015 BMW i8 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2015 BMW i8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2015 BMW i8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2015 BMW i8?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2015 BMW i8 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2015 BMW i8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2015 BMW i8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2574.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.