Car financing: 2014 BMW i8
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. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.3 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2014 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2014 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 |
2014 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 2014 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 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about suspension (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V674000 | 2014-10-27 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2014 BMW i8 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2014 BMW i8 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. The 2014 BMW i8 for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
What to check on the i8
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 1 owner complaints on file, mostly about suspension. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
The figures, translated
The 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo hybrid with all-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. 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.
The EPA rates it at 8.3 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 25 litres. On electricity alone it is rated for about 531 km before the gas engine takes over. At our price setting, it costs about $12.87 to drive 100 km. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the i8
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. At 142 litres, the trunk fits about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
When the i8 makes sense
Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Rent it for a week first
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. A test week in the i8 tells you more than any review.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$2,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.87 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Choosing the right one
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Make a request
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2014 BMW i8 from us first.
Ask us about the 2014 BMW i8
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2014 BMW i8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2014 BMW i8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2014 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 2014 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 2014 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 2014 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.