Why Was the BMW i8 Discontinued?

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LeAdalynn
07/30/25 6:30am
The BMW i8 was discontinued due to poor sales. Here are the specific details about the BMW i8: 1. Model Positioning: The BMW i8 is a 2-door, 2-seater soft-top convertible, with dimensions of 4689mm in length, 1942mm in width, and 1282mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2800mm. 2. Powertrain: The engine is a 1.5T L3 with twin-turbocharging, delivering a maximum horsepower of 231ps and a maximum torque of 320nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. 3. Suspension: The front suspension is a double-wishbone independent suspension, the rear suspension is a five-link independent suspension, the steering assistance is electric power-assisted, and the body structure is a unibody design.
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