BMW i8 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2020 BMW i8 as a Subcompact Cars / Two Seaters, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2020):
The BMW i8 is classified by the EPA as a Subcompact Cars / Two Seaters.
BMW i8 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2020 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Two Seaters | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2019 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Two Seaters | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2017 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 |
| 2016 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 3 cyl, 1.5 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 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 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the BMW i8?
The EPA classifies the BMW i8 as a Subcompact Cars / Two Seaters. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the BMW i8 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Subcompact Cars, Two Seaters), the BMW i8 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.