BMWi8 coupe (2018)
£916
per year when charging off-peak
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BMW i8 coupe Compatible Chargers
Pay in full from
£897
Pay monthly
£12.25
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£922
Pay monthly
£12.58
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£971
Pay monthly
£13.25
Intelligent Octopus friendly (Any vehicle)
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£984
Pay monthly
£13.43
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£1006
Pay monthly
£13.74
Intelligent Octopus friendly (Any vehicle)
Pay in full from
£1079
Pay monthly
£14.73
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£1080
Pay monthly
£14.75
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£1080
Pay monthly
£14.75
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£1300
Pay monthly
£17.75
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Pay in full from
£1589
Pay monthly
£21.69
Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)How much does it cost to charge the BMW i8 coupe?
On an average UK tariff, the cost to charge the BMW i8 coupe at home is approximately £3.25.
However, by switching to an EV-friendly tariff, it could be as low as £0.87. That means you could save as much as £915.97 a year* when you combine one of our smart chargers with an EV-friendly tariff.
*Charging costs are calculated using the off-peak rates of intelligent Octopus and based on a 200 mile per week trip (or 10,400 mile per year).
when you combine one of our smart chargers with an EV-friendly tariff.
How long does it take to charge the BMW i8 coupe?
Charging the BMW i8 coupe takes approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes to charge from zero to full using a typical 7kW home charging point.
However, most drivers "top up" their EV, so charging times are often much shorter. Plus, our smart EV chargers let you schedule a charge overnight, allowing your EV to recharge its battery while you recharge yours!
For rapid charging, the BMW i8 coupe uses a None connector and is capable of charging at a rate of up to kW, which can deliver a 20-80% charge in around 14 minutes.
Charge Times
 Dedicated Smart Home Chargers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charge Amount | Domestic Socket (2.3kW) | Single Phase (3.6kW) | Three Phase (3.6kW) | Rapid (N/A) |
| 20 miles (Average Daily Mileage) | 3h 44m | 2h 23m | 2h 23m | N/A |
| 20 - 80% | 3h 2m | 1h 56m | 1h 56m | N/A |
| 0 - 100% | 5h 3m | 3h 13m | 3h 13m | N/A |
Charge Times
| Charge Amount | Single Phase (3.6kW) | Three Phase (3.6kW) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 miles (Average Daily Mileage) | 2h 23m | 2h 23m |
| 20 - 80% | 1h 56m | 1h 56m |
| 0 - 100% | 3h 13m | 3h 13m |
| Charge Amount | Domestic Socket (2.3kW) | Rapid (N/A) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 miles (Average Daily Mileage) | 3h 44m | N/A |
| 20 - 80% | 3h 2m | N/A |
| 0 - 100% | 5h 3m | N/A |
What is the range of the BMW i8 coupe?
The range of the BMW i8 coupe is 27 miles. This is the WLTP-certified range, which is based on a standardised test all electric vehicles go through in Europe.
Just like the MPG figure on a petrol or diesel vehicle, the official range of an electric car should be taken as a guide to help compare with other vehicles rather than a guaranteed range for day-to-day driving. The actual full electric range will vary depending on driving efficiency, speed, temperature, weather conditions and more.
What is the battery size of the BMW i8 coupe?
The battery size of the BMW i8 coupe is 11.6kWh.
Battery sizes on electric vehicles vary from around 30kWh (kilowatt hours) to as big as 100kWh and higher. The bigger the battery the more range you get generally speaking, although the vehicle's weight and efficiency are huge factors in the actual range available.
There are also steps you can take to prolong the life of an EV battery. Check out our guide to electric vehicle battery maintenance for tips on keeping your EV in tip-top health.
What happens when an EV battery eventually dies though? Many of the parts can be re-used or recycled - learn more about what happens to an electric car battery at the end of its life.
What is the company car tax rate for the BMW i8 coupe?
The company car tax rate (also known as benefit in kind rate) for the BMW i8 coupe is 14%.
How much benefit-in-kind tax you'll need to pay for your electric vehicle will depend on its emissions, its range and its worth. You can check out our guide to company car tax for electric cars to learn more.
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