BMW i8 Drivetrain & Drive Type
The 2020 BMW i8 is available in All-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration.
Latest model year (2020):
The BMW i8 is offered in All-Wheel Drive configuration.
BMW i8 Drivetrain — All Years
| Year | Trim | Drive | Transmission | Engine | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 27 |
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 27 |
| 2017 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 28 |
| 2016 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 28 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 3 1.5L | 28 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
BMW i8 Drivetrain FAQ
Is the BMW i8 front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?
The BMW i8 is available in All-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.
Does the BMW i8 come with AWD or 4WD?
Yes — all-wheel or four-wheel drive is available on the BMW i8. See the table above for the specific years and trims.