2019 BMW i8 Roadster Design Explained

http://www.Motorward.com - Subscribe For More Cool Videos: https://goo.gl/2nkv2Z The BMW i8 is the world's first sports car to be developed from the outset primarily under the banner of sustainability. Groundbreaking lightweight design, systematic improvement of aerodynamics and advanced plug-in hybrid technology form the mainstays of a trailblazing concept that completed its journey to reality with the car's launch in 2014. The framework for the concept's implementation was provided by the brand new LifeDrive vehicle architecture for BMW i models, whose horizontally split structure comprising an aluminium chassis and a CFRP passenger cell offers an exceptional degree of design freedom. The visionary styling of the BMW i8 Coupe therefore succeeds in expressing not just the car's dynamic performance credentials, but also its outstanding efficiency. A string of prestigious accolades, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Award, testify to the design's quality and allure. And the BMW i8 Roadster translates the unmistakable BMW i design language to another vehicle concept, fusing the dynamic proportions of the i8 with signature roadster features to give it a character all of its own. Their proportions, lines and surface design mark out the BMW i8 Coupe and the BMW i8 Roadster as belonging to a new breed of sports car. A flat bonnet, visible aerodynamics measures, short overhangs, a long wheelbase, large track widths and an elongated roofline create an aura of dynamism, lightness and efficiency. On an individual level, meanwhile, the BMW i8 Coupe stands out as an extremely sporty 2+2-seater, while the BMW i8 Roadster exudes the freedom of open-top motoring for two. The BMW i8 Roadster: emotion-stirring design promises an intense driving experience and unadulterated freedom The design of the BMW i8 Roadster is awash with individual highlights that radiate elegance and fire the emotions. The soft-top roof has a visual lightness to go with its low physical weight and serves as a defining element of the silhouette in reinforcing the road-hugging impression made by the car's low centre of gravity. The body's dynamic wedge shape can also be best appreciated when viewing the two-seater in profile. When opened, the BMW i8 Roadster's broad roof retracts fully into the rear end, lending greater emphasis still to the car's low-slung silhouette. The CFRP passenger cell's robust structure means the soft-top could be designed with generous width and so create an amply sized window to the sky. The rear window extends into a comfort position as the roof folds away and can serve as a draught stop in any setting. The C-pillars of the BMW i8 Roadster are emblazoned with beautifully made model-specific badges bearing the inscription "Roadster". A similar logo can be found on the tail of the sporty two-seater. New exterior paint finishes, exclusive light-alloy wheels The design cues common to both the new BMW i8 Coupe and new BMW i8 Roadster include the gullwing doors that open forwards and upwards as well as optimised aerodynamics. The low bonnet, almost totally blanked off BMW kidney grille, air flap control system, Air Curtains in the front apron, sealed underbody, contoured side skirts, "stream flow" lines of the car's flanks, and air ducts between the rear lights and roof frame allow the air to be channelled extremely effectively as it hits the car on both models. The flow of cooling air at the front of each model has now been rerouted. Instead of rushing out through the outlet in the bonnet, the air escapes at the sides of the car near the wheel arches and into the underbody. This ensures a pleasant cabin temperature is maintained at all times, especially when travelling in the new BMW i8 Roadster with the roof down. E-Copper metallic and Donington Grey metallic have been added to the choice of exterior paint finishes available for the new BMW i8 Coupe and new BMW i8 Roadster. Both are combined with accents in Frozen Grey metallic. The new BMW i8 Roadster is equipped as standard with exclusive 20-inch light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design with mixed-size tyres. Intelligent lightweight design also make an impact here, with each wheel weighing around one kilogram less than the lightest wheels previously available for the BMW i8. In addition to the standard 20-inch turbine-style light-alloy wheels fitted on the new BMW i8 Coupe, customers can choose from another four light-alloy wheel variants with the same dimensions. The BMW i8 Coupe also includes a model-specific design feature indicating its identity: "Coupe" badging on its C-pillars.