Model year guide

2014 BMW i8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 BMW i8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2014 BMW i8 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 BMW i8 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined28 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 BMW i8 recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:auxillary Tank NHTSA Campaign #14V674000 · 27/10/2014

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or [email protected].

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 BMW i8 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2014 BMW i8 MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 BMW i8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Fuel only$14,750
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 BMW i8 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
1.5L 3-cyl 362 hp

2014 BMW i8 vehicles on record

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2014 BMW i8 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW i8 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 BMW i8. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW i8?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW i8 get?

The 2014 BMW i8 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (28 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.