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BMWi8 Experience
NationwideREF: EMBMWB
- 3 or 6 mile options driving the BMW i8
- Weekday and Anytime options available
- Minimum age 17
What's Included
BMW i8 Experience
- Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
- Driving tips and guidance from a professional instructor
- Individual driving experience certificate to finish
- Allow around one to two hours on site
BMW i8 Blast
- 3 miles driving the BMW i8
BMW i8 Thrill
- 6 miles driving the BMW i8
What Can I Expect
What makes a BMW i8 drive so different to all the other sports car experiences we have on offer? Well, to put it simply, the i8 is an electric car. But make no mistake, this is not a teeny car that pootles around to the supermarket, this is an eco-car that has serious sports car looks!
Undoubtedly, BMW has pushed the technology boat well and truly out with the i8. Originally appearing on the scene as the Vision Efficient Dynamics' concept car, no-one thought the actual production version would bear any resemblance to that crazy design, but we're delighted to say this road going green car does indeed look incredibly futuristic, right down to the amazing butterfly-opening doors. And just look at those seemingly 'floating' rear panels. Nice.
And if you've seen the film Mission Impossible IV: Ghost Protocol you'll know just how cool this BMW looks at night. As hero Ethan Hunt played by Tom Cruise cruises the streets of Mumbai in his newly acquired BMW i8, he is most definitely upstaged by those highly-efficient laser headlights.
Start up the i8 and you might be surprised by the engine noise. That's because it's actually a hybrid with three powertrains. There's the 129bhp electric motor driving the front wheels, the second electric motor that acts as a booster/generator and a three cylinder, 227bhp turbo engine driving the rear wheels (that's where the throaty singing comes from!). All that combines to offer 135mpg and an electric-only range of 22 miles.
Of course, you'll be impressed by the designer good looks of the i8, but we think you'll also be pleasantly surprised by the performance when you drive it. OK, it's no M series BMW, but it does accelerate very well in Sport Mode and you'll go from a standing start to 60mph in around 4.2 seconds, mostly thanks to the carbon fibre body that keeps the overall weight down despite the batteries and engine.
This experience gives you the chance to drive one of these sought-after i8s (BMW has a 10 month waiting list in the UK for them) around a proper race track for three or six glorious, eco-friendly (ish) miles. Take the BMW i8 for a drive and discover the world's funkiest hybrid sports car that looks like a gas-guzzler, but is actually exempt from the London Congestion Charge!
When Is It Available
- Choose from a Weekday or Anytime voucher
- Experiences operate between March and November
Location
- Aldershot Aldershot Race Circuit (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Blyton Park Blyton Park Driving Centre (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Derby The Heritage Loop Donington Park (Adults only)
- Dorset Bovington Circuit (weekends - March to Nov)
- Essex Carver Barracks (weekends - March to Nov)
- Essex North Weald Airfield (weekdays - March to Nov)
- Exeter Smeatharpe Track (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Hoton Prestwold Driving Centre (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Kent Lydden Hill (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Kirby Mallory Mallory Park Circuit (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Lichfield Curborough (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Lochgelly Lochgelly Circuit (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- Oxford Bicester Circuit (only available Saturdays - March - Nov)
- Suffolk Wattisham (weekends - March to Nov)
- Sywell Sywell Track (weekdays and weekends - Limited Dates - March to Nov)
- Tockwith Tockwith Autodrome (weekdays and weekends - May to Nov)
- Wigan Three Sisters (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- York Elvington (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
Premium Circuits (Adults Only):
(Available for a supplement payable when booking your date)
- Cheshire Oulton Park (weekdays - March to Nov)
- Kent Brands Hatch (weekdays - March to Nov)
- Norfolk Snetterton (weekdays - March to Nov)
- Surrey Dunsfold Main (weekdays and weekends - March to Nov)
- West Sussex Goodwood (weekdays - March to Nov)
Suitable For
- Minimum age 17
- Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult on site
- A full valid driving licence is required
- Minimum height 5ft
- Maximum height 6ft 5ins
- Maximum weight 19 stone
Spectators
- Spectators are welcome to come and watch
- Dogs are not permitted
Anything Else
- Optional Collision Waiver Indemnity is available to purchase at the venue at an extra charge
- Food and refreshments are available to purchase on site
- Participants must arrive one hour before their session start time
