The roof is off with the new BMW i8 Roadster! After the concept-like i8 Coupe made it to production four years ago, the Roadster opens up a world of roof off driving in silence with the electric mode. Let's take a full in-depth walkaround to talk about everything you need to know about the new convertible and what it's like to drive.<br /><br />The BMW i8 Roadster features the same 1.5 litre 3-cylinder engine but with updates that now produces 372hp and 570Nm. Substantial modifications have been required to house the new roof mechanism while maximising luggage space to still house 3 rolling trolley bags between the front bonnet and the space under the folding roof.<br /><br />The most interesting thing for me is the sensation of being able to drive the car in full electric mode, eDrive, with wind in the hair. As I said in the video just like the Porsche 918 Spyder but also I forgot to include the first generation Tesla Roadster that was also a production car. It's a futuristic feeling, but no doubt one that we'll become ever more familiar with in time.<br /><br />Thanks for watching, Tim<br /><br />Subscribe: <br />Website: <br />Facebook: <br />Instagram:
