2014 BMW i8
US · Subcompact Cars
The 2014 BMW i8 is listed in the US market with plug-in hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Plug-in hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV) | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 3 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Plug-in hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 14, 2026.
14V674000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Reported October 27, 2014. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 13, 2026
Data verified: October 14, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2014 BMW i8 have?
1.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
Is the 2014 BMW i8 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2014 BMW i8?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 14, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.