2020 BMW i8
2020 BMW i8 — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: Coupe
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2020 BMW i8 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2020 BMW i8 typically asks about $57,500 versus a $147,500 starting MSRP when new — roughly 39% retained. The 2020 BMW i8 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign in our catalog (including Electrical System) and 1 owner complaint. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$57,500
39% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$147,500
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
1
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
1
Top: Electrical System
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2020 i8?
Yes — 1 recall campaign and 1 owner complaint for the 2020 BMW i8. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Electrical System
2020-09-30
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their…
Campaign 20V601000
Owner complaints
1 complaints. Top components:
- Electrical System1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2020 BMW i8 Roadster - One Take
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Photos
How much does a used 2020 i8 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $57,500 in typical used asking against a $147,500 starting MSRP — roughly 39% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $147,500
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $57,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 39% of MSRP
~$90,000 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2020 i8?
The 2020 BMW i8 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The BMW i8 ended after 2020. This page covers the final model year. The 2020 BMW i8 was the final model year covered in this catalog. The BMW i8 is a plug-in hybrid sports car developed by BMW. The i8 was part of BMW's electrified fleet and was marketed under the BMW i sub-brand. The production version of the BMW i8 was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show and was released in Germany in June 2014. Deliveries to retail customers in the U.S.
- 1 NHTSA recall
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 184.6 × 76.4 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Final U.S. model year.
How does the 2020 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 369 hp, 0–60 in 4.2 s, 27 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
369 hp
0–60
4.2 s
Combined MPG
27 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2020 selected trim (27 mpg combined (PHEV gas estimate; electric range not modeled)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,556
5-year energy
$7,778
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid
- Based on
- 27 mpg combined (PHEV gas estimate; electric range not modeled)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 1.5L Turbo I3 PHEV
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Electrification
- Plug-in Hybrid
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 184.6 in
- Width
- 76.4 in
- Height
- 51.2 in
- Wheelbase
- 110.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3472.3 lb
- Seating
- 2
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 27
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Coupe | Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 369 hp | 369 hp |
| 0–60 | 4.2 s | 4.4 s |
| Combined MPG | 27 | 27 |
| Engine | 1.5L Turbo I3 PHEV | 1.5L Turbo I3 PHEV |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 2 | 2 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 369 | — | 4.2s | 27 | AWD | |
| 369 | — | 4.4s | 27 | AWD |