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BMW i8

A sports car redesigned. Hailed as one of the most progressive sports cars on the market, the BMW i8 is beautiful, fast and electric.

37 km

Electric Range

5.2kWh

Battery Capacity

Type 1

Plug Standard
Type: Type 1
Onboard charger: 3.6 kW
Time to full charge (peak AC): 1.5 hrs

Charging Options

The BMW i8 can use a charging cable at Australian domestic power points. This is suitable as an emergency solution and can be enough to charge your plug-in hybrid, but JET Charge recommend installing a home charging station for a faster and more efficient solution. This vehicle is not capable of DC charging. We stock a full range of compatible charging stations and accessories to allow your i8 to charge using networks and stations nationwide.
Level 1
Regular Electricity Outlet
This charging method is suitable for travel and emergencies

10A GPO

Capacity

2h 9m

Time to charge
Level 2
Single Phase, 16A
This charging method is the best fit for this car

3.6kW

Capacity

1h 26m

Time to charge
Level 2
Single Phase, 32A
This charging capacity is higher than your car can handle

7.2kW

Capacity

1h 26m

Time to charge
Level 2
3-Phase, 16A
This charging capacity is higher than your car can handle

11kW

Capacity

1h 26m

Time to charge
Level 2
3-Phase, 32A
This charging capacity is higher than your car can handle

22kW

Capacity

1h 26m

Time to charge
Level 3
DC CHARGING
This car is not capable of DC Charging

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Capacity

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Time to charge
*All charge times listed are estimates only and are not endorsed by the manufacturer. Please refer to official specifications when purchasing an electric vehicle.

Additional Accessories

Home Charging

The BMW Wallbox is the preferred home charging station for the i8, delivering a full recharge in as little as 1.5 hours. A home charging station delivers faster charging and convenient storage of charging cables in a single compact package. Fill in the form below and one of our technicians will be in contact to answer your questions and organise a home charging solution suited to your needs.

Next Steps

JET Charge are experts in the field of electrical vehicle charger installations. Our nationwide network can install anywhere across Australia including Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth.

A level 2 charging station is the ideal solution for home EV charging. You can contact us online through the form on the right to express your interest or ask any questions you may have. Once this is complete:

  • JET Charge will contact you in the following few days to arrange a survey of the site and a quote for your installation
  • JET Charge will arrange the supply of any additional hardware if required
  • One of our qualified installers will visit your home and provide a complete quote. If you are happy with the price, they will carry out the install the same day
Fill out the form below or give us a call: 1300 856 328

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