The 2017 BMW i8 is documented here with 1 trim and full specifications. The most efficient trim returns 8.4 L/100 km combined.
2017 i8 at a glance
- Best fuel economy
- 8.4 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 124 g/km
Recalls & safety notices (1)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2017 BMW i8 vehicles.
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16V914000 AIR BAGS 2016-12-20
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 BMW i8 fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2017 i8 trim returns about 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2017 BMW i8?
Yes — 1 recall campaign from the U.S. NHTSA is listed for the 2017 BMW i8 below, including the affected component and the official remedy.