The first BMW’s i8 Spyder concept was seen at the Beijing Auto Show in 2012. The german newspaper "Handelsblatt" reported that the automaker, BMW CEO Harald Krüger, confirmed the arrival of i8 Spyder production.
Changes between the concept and production versions are expected to be kept to a minimum, while the doors and side sills will be moved into line with those featured on the i8 coupe, the stylish rear buttress design will probably have to be redesigned to fit an actual roof mechanism, other elements should remain close to the concept.
Around the same time, BMW could introduce a power upgrade in the form of a larger internal combustion engine and a higher-capacity battery to go with it. A 2.0-liter turbo four is tipped to slot in where the current three-pot sits, bringing output up to a solid 450 hp – and with a longer range to boot.