BMW i8 Spyder Concept

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BMW i8 Spyder Concept
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BMW is planning to bring the i8 Spyder Concept at
the 2012 LA Auto Show.  This masterpiece is
rumored to go in production in 2015. BMW
enthusiasts are surely excited to have this
awesome 2 seater, open top with
upward-swivelling, windowless doors. Really cool!
The i8 Spyder uses the same LifeDrive
architecture as the i8, a carbon-fiber-reinforced
plastic (CFRP) Life module that gives the car an
extremely lightweight passenger cell.
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The i8 Concept Spyder is a plug-in hybrid
powered by an eDrive drivetrain combining a
high-performance electric motor and a 1.5 liter
three-cylinder petrol engine. The lithium-ion
battery supplying the motor with power can be
recharged in an extremely short space of time
from any domestic power socket. The Spyder
outputs up to 354 horsepower. Weighing just
3,600 lbs, the i8 Spyder runs to 100 km/h (62
mph) in five seconds and has a top speed of 250
km/h (155 mph). The fuel consumption is rated at
3 liter per 100 km or 78 MPG. The Concept weighs
1,630 kg (3,600 lbs).
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According to BMW, the i8 Spyder is equivalent to
78 mpg on the European check cycle and can
probably run about 20 miles with its electric
power. Plus, with the use of European family
socket, its lithium-ion battery pack can be fully
charge in less than two hours. It has leather
trimmed cockpit, advanced electronics with 3D
digital shows, smartphone sync, web connectivity,
and parking assistant among the many other
amazing features BMW i8 spyder possess. 
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Article Source bmwblog.com Author Bio John
Mariani is the owner of Bavarian Performance
Group that specializes in BMW service and repair.
He is committed to provide only the highest
quality BMW original equipment parts, fluids, and
accessories.