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Older reviews
2018 - 2020
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Hybrid supercar finally goes roofless
Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
Used price:
£31,715 - £53,564
PROS
- Futuristic looks are even better roofless
- Has an EV mode you’ll actually use
- Sharpened handling and more precise steering
CONS
- Still not as quick as supercar rivals
- Sound is largely fabricated
- Majority of interior and exterior mostly identical to i8 Coupe
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2014 - 2020
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BMW's futuristic coupe is fast yet frugal
Parkers rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
Used price:
£20,838 - £45,932
PROS
- Futuristic styling
- Impressive performance
- Surprisingly economical
- Very easy to drive
CONS
- Expensive to buy
- Ride is quite firm
- Lack of steering feel
- Getting in and out is tricky
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