Bmw I8 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)

EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Bmw I8 model year from 2014 to 2020 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the I8 has been offered with 1.5L 3-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2017 (up to 28 MPG combined). Every rated version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.

Bmw I8 fuel economy by year

YearCombined MPGEnginesMedian used priceFor sale
2020 27 1.5L 3-cyl
2019 27 1.5L 3-cyl $69,991 21 listings
2017 28 1.5L 3-cyl
2016 28 1.5L 3-cyl $52,973 12 listings
2015 28 1.5L 3-cyl $41,993 6 listings
2014 28 1.5L 3-cyl

2020 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2020 I8 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 27 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
I8 Roadster 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 26 29 27 MPG · 320 mi range
I8 Coupe 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 26 29 27 MPG · 320 mi range

2019 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2019 I8 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 27 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $69,991 on VehiSales (21 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
I8 Roadster 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 26 29 27 MPG · 320 mi range
I8 Coupe 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 26 29 27 MPG · 320 mi range

2017 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2017 I8 was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
i8 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 28 29 28 MPG · 330 mi range

2016 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2016 I8 was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $52,973 on VehiSales (12 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
i8 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 28 29 28 MPG · 330 mi range

2015 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2015 I8 was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $41,993 on VehiSales (6 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
i8 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 28 29 28 MPG · 330 mi range

2014 Bmw I8: engines & MPG

The 2014 I8 was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
i8 1.5L 3-cyl Automatic 6-spd Premium 28 29 28 MPG · 330 mi range

Frequently asked questions

What MPG does a Bmw I8 get?

Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the I8 ranges from 27 to 28 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2017 model year.

What engines does the 2020 Bmw I8 have?

The 2020 I8 was EPA-rated with 1.5L 3-cyl — see the 2020 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.

Does the Bmw I8 require premium gas?

Yes — every EPA-rated I8 version specifies premium gasoline.

Is there a hybrid or electric I8?

Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.

How to cite: “VehiSales Research, Bmw I8 EPA Fuel Economy by Model Year” with a link to https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/bmw/i8. Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.

See also: Bmw I8 hub — live listings, prices & reliability · Most fuel-efficient cars by segment · Model price trends. Media inquiries: [email protected].

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