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BMW i8

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Introduction The new BMW i8 spyder 2012.

The BMW i8 Concept Spyder uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines two different power sources. The main unit is a 1.5-liter petrol three-cylinder turbo engine with 220 bhp (223PS) and 300 Nm (lb.ft 221), placed behind the passenger cabin that is connected to a drive transmission with double clutch back. The second energy source is an electric motor delivers 129PS (132PS) connecting the front wheels. It also shows that the rating of the gas mileage of 78 miles per U.S. gallon. These are all impressive numbers of a compact two-seater weighs 3600 pounds and weak.


BMW says the BMW i8 Concept Spyder criterion 100 km / h (62 mph) in 5.0 sec after the start (i8 Coupe: 4.6 seconds), on the way to an electronically limited top speed of 250 km / h (155 mph) Two-seater with the model will return a combined fuel consumption of only 3.0lt/100km that corresponds to the economy 94.2mpg U.S. or 78.4mpg UK brochures in the European test cycle.

With its battery fully charged, the BMW i8 Spyder Concept can cover up to 30 kilometres (19 miles) on electric power alone. As such, far from filling in as a bit-part player, the electric motor plays a role equal to that of the petrol engine. If required, a high-voltage alternator hooked up to the combustion engine generates extra power, which is then stored in the hybrid battery. This range-extending function during the course of a journey allows the two-seater to travel further between charging stations.





The BMW i8 Concept Spyder cab also has a pair of large screens showing the interface of the controller, with a third configuration of the air conditioning. It offers all use 3-D displays, according to BMW, which offers even more information, or the eye at the time of acquisition graphics.An intelligent dashboard information on energy consumption and leisure behavior, including how energy-saving ECO PRO. When enabled, the Pro-Eco mode, a blue screen and change the information displayed. The SPORT mode, the screen turns orange and adds performance-based screens.








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