Why does the BMW i8 need an electric motor?

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Samantha Smith 1 month ago

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Why does the BMW i8 need an electric motor?

I've noticed that the BMW i8 has both a gasoline engine and an electric motor. Why does it need the electric motor if it already has a powerful gasoline engine? Can't it just rely on the gasoline engine?

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**Mike** · Answer 1 · 2025-02-28T11:55:10+00:00

The BMW i8 uses a hybrid drivetrain, which combines both a gasoline engine and an electric motor. This allows for more efficient performance and better fuel economy.