BMW i8 [2014] vs BMW M8

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW i8 [2014] and BMW M8. The BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore and BMW M8 price is Rs. 2.44 Crore. The BMW M8 is available in 4395 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. M8 provides the mileage of 8.77 kmpl.

i8 [2014] vs M8 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	i8 [2014]	M8
Price	Rs. 2.62 Crore	Rs. 2.44 Crore
Engine Capacity	-	4395 cc
Power	-	617 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

Rs. 2.62 Crore

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BMW M8

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Rs. 2.44 Crore

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BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

BMW M8

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		3.2
Engine		4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type		S63 Twin-Turbocharged V8
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)		617 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)		750 Nm @ 1800-5600 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		8.77View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		596
Drivetrain		AWD
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard		BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Twin Turbo
Others		Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)		4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension		Double Wishbone Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Rear Suspension		Five-link Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Front Brake Type		Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type		Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		6.1
Steering Type		Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels		Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel		Space Saver
Front Tyres		275 / 35 R20
Rear Tyres		285 / 35 R20

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake		Auto Hold
Air Conditioner		Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC		Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors		Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist		360 Degree Camera
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment		Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour		Body Coloured
Scuff Plates		Illuminated
Power Windows		Front Only
One Touch Down		Front
One Touch Up		Front
Adjustable ORVMs		Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles		Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles		Chrome
Door Pockets		Front
Bootlid Opener		Electric Opening and Closing

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto		Wireless
Apple CarPlay		Wireless
Display		Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)		10.25
Gesture Control
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers		16
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility		Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment		16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, shoulder support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment		16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, shoulder support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery		Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type		Bench
Interiors		Dual Tone
Interior Colours		Silverstone / Black, Black
Folding Rear Seat		Full
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests		Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

		Isle of Man Green metallic
		Tanzanite Blue metallic
		Black Sapphire metallic
		Marina Bay Blue metallic
		Dravit Grey metallic
		Daytona Beach Blue
		Aventurine Red metallic
		Skyscraper Grey metallic
		Brooklyn Grey metallic

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i8 [2014] vs M8 Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW i8 [2014] and BMW M8?

BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore and BMW M8 price is Rs. 2.44 Crore. Hence BMW M8 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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BMW i8 [2014] vs BMW M8

Length (mm)		4867
Width (mm)		1907
Height (mm)		1362
Wheelbase (mm)		2827
Ground Clearance (mm)		130

Doors (Doors)		2
Seating Capacity (Person)		4
No of Rows (Rows)		2
Bootspace (litres)		420
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		68

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive		Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Airbags		6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Ambient Interior Count		6
Headlights		LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Intelligent
Taillights		LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Fog Lights		LED,LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Cabin Lamps		Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Driver & Co-Driver
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster		Digital
Trip Meter		Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock		Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer		Digital

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)		Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)		2
Warranty (In Kilometres)		Unlimited