ConsumerReports test drives, reviews and compares the BMW i8 and the Tesla Model S. Without a doubt the two green cars cater to different customers, but their looks and technology make them stand out from the pack.
Tesla offers the Model S with two configurations: a 60kWh battery and EPA rated at 208 miles of range and the 85kWh battery rated at 265 miles. The 60kWh version starts at $71,070 and the 85kWh costs $81,070. There is also a performance version, P85+.
The top-of-the-line P85 comes with with 416 hp, 443 lb-ft of torque at 0 rpm, some handling tweaks, a jumbo 85 kilowatt-hour battery pack rated at 265 miles of range per charge, and a starting price $95,740.
BMW i8 uses a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a turbocharged three-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine and BMW eDrive technology in the form of an electric drive system. The 1.5-liter combustion engine develops 170 kW/231 hp and drives the rear wheels of the BMW i8, while the 96 kW/131 hp electric drive sends its power to the front wheels and allows an all-electric range of up to 35 kilometers (22 miles) and a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).
Which one is a better buy? Let’s find out.
Excellent video, I liked that he didn’t waste any time saying that the two cars aren’t comparable.
Unfortunately many times you have to mention it cause otherwise people jump on you that you dont know your stuff.
Just leaving simple comments I’ve had people misinterpret my words, and try to tell me what they think is wrong with me. I try to be clear, and concise but some people just have to pick on you.
True :) part of the whole online thing.