Munich. The BMW i brand is once again using
attractive and eye-catching special-edition models to highlight the
inimitable combination of driving pleasure and sustainability offered
by its vehicles with electrified drive systems. Exclusive special
editions of the pure-electric BMW i3s (electric power consumption
combined: 14.6 – 14.0 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined:
0 g/km*) and the BMW i8 Coupe (fuel consumption combined 1.8 l/100 km
[156.9 mpg imp]; electric power consumption combined 14.0 kWh/100 km;
CO2 emissions combined 42 g/km*) and BMW i8 Roadster (fuel
consumption combined 2.0 l/100 km [141.2 mpg imp]; electric power
consumption combined 14.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions
combined 46 g/km*) plug-in hybrid sports cars will be available from
November 2019. Meticulously constructed design and equipment
compositions plus production in limited numbers ensure their status as
stylishly individualised, electrifying rarities.
Both the exterior and interior design of the BMW i3s Edition
RoadStyle radiate sporting elegance. This special-edition take on the
higher-powered electric model will go on sale in a limited run of
under 1000 units. Meanwhile, just 200 examples of the BMW i8 Coupe and
BMW i8 Roadster will be available in Ultimate Sophisto Edition guise
worldwide. Conceived for both body types, the Ultimate Sophisto
Edition brings to an end the run of special-edition models which have
added a constant stream of new facets to the BMW i8’s intoxicating
character over its lifetime. The Ultimate Sophisto Edition will escort
the world’s most successful plug-in hybrid sports car since its launch
in 2014 onto the finishing straight; production of the i8 will come to
an end, as scheduled, in April 2020.
The BMW i3s Edition RoadStyle: exclusive touches raise
sporting presence another notch.
With its 135 kW/184 hp electric motor, sporty suspension tuning
(including a reduced ride height) and distinctive design features, the
BMW i3s charts an exceptionally dynamic route to locally emission-free
mobility. Its focus on pole position in its class becomes sharper
still with the arrival of the BMW i3s Edition RoadStyle. The
special-edition model teams a Fluid Black exterior paint finish with
accents in the exclusive colour shade E-Copper. These include the
inlay in the kidney grille, the air deflectors in the front apron and
the accent surfaces in the side skirts. Added to which, the BMW i3s
Edition RoadStyle also has 20-inch double-spoke BMW i light-alloy
wheels in Jet Black and sun protection glass.
Inside the special-edition model, the ultra-high-end Suite interior
composition is further enhanced with additional detailing. Natural
leather appointments in Stellaric/Dalbergia Brown combine with an
instrument panel in Dark Oak matt fine wood. The front-seat head
restraints are adorned with “Edition RoadStyle” lettering.
The BMW i8 Ultimate Sophisto Edition: perfect combinations.
The BMW i8 Coupe and BMW i8 Roadster deliver futuristic driving
pleasure driven both by system output of 275 kW/374 hp (from the
combination of an electric motor and a combustion engine) and the two
models’ avant-garde styling and classy appointments. The beguiling
charisma of the plug-in hybrid sports car reaches another high with
the arrival of the Ultimate Sophisto Edition. Exterior paintwork in
Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect is complemented by accents in E-Copper
– the first time this colour shade has been deployed in such a way –
and similarly exclusive, 20-inch BMW i light-alloy wheels in
radial-spoke design. The bicolour appearance of the light-alloy wheels
designed specifically for the special-edition cars blends Black and
E-Copper. Another special feature making its debut appearance on the
Ultimate Sophisto Edition are its clear-glass rear lights. The BMW i8
Roadster Ultimate Sophisto Edition also brings Shadow Line additions,
including a trim element on the C-pillar and a tailgate inlay in
High-gloss Black. The brake callipers on the Coupe and Roadster are
likewise painted in High-gloss Black and feature blue detailing and
BMW i badging.
Door sill plates displaying “Ultimate Sophisto Edition” lettering and
a badge in the cabin which additionally signals the car’s status as “1
of 200” underscore the exclusive character of the special-edition
models. The Accaro interior design in Black/E-Copper dovetails
perfectly with the exterior look. Equipment features include the BMW
Head-Up Display, light package, Harman Kardon hi-fi speaker system and
ceramic applications for the controls. The BMW i8 Coupe adds an
anthracite-coloured headliner. And the Coupe and Roadster also come
with extended storage / the travel package respectively.