BMW i8 (I12) Problems by Year

A futuristic plug-in hybrid sports car. Still looks like a concept car today.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues

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Buying Tips for the BMW i8 (I12)

  • Check the dihedral doors open and stay up (the gas struts fail)
  • Check the high-voltage battery health
  • Ensure the complex cooling system for the batteries is functioning