BMW i8 Transmission Specifications
The 2020 BMW i8 uses Automatic 6-spd transmission, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2020):
The BMW i8 comes with Automatic 6-spd.
BMW i8 Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 27 |
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 27 |
| 2017 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 28 |
| 2016 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 28 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | 3 1.5L | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 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 Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the BMW i8 have?
The BMW i8 is offered with Automatic 6-spd (2020 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the BMW i8 come with a manual transmission?
No manual transmission is listed for the BMW i8 in the EPA data we track; all listed configurations are automatic or CVT.