Car review: The BMW Tom Cruise drove on Mumbai streets in Mission Impossible 4
The BMW i8 is a hybrid sports car and though it looks a little too colourful for a thoroughbred speed machine, there is no mistaking its presence. The car rides on technology that is futuristic and has a design that matches it. From the flat silhouette, to the mandatory low slung stance, every bit of the frame is aerodynamically perfected. The trademark kidney shape grille is broad and stretches up to the slim LED headlights. Not to mention the gull wing doors that are instant attention magnets. Even though the i8 of fers seating for 2+2, the driver is clearly at the centre of the universe. Power is delivered through a 6-speed automatic transmission and there are four drive modes – comfort, eco pro, sports and eDrive. The last on used for an all electric drive. eDrive is only operational when there is sufficient battery backup. Though nimble on its feet and an out and out looker, it isn't quite in the same league as a Porsche 911 as far as super sportscars are concerned but the higher fuel economy and lower carbon emissions should offset that.
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