As gas prices steadily rise, it's becoming more and more apparent that an alternative form of vehicular propulsion is going to be extremely necessary in the coming years. In anticipation of this need, BMW has recently unveiled its latest pair of concept vehicles, the electric based BMW i Series.

The BMW i Series features two vehicles, the BMW i3 and the BMW i8. The BMW i3 is a compact 4-door sedan specifically designed to accommodate the driving demands of the city dweller while the BMW i8 is an electric gasoline hybrid sports car, designed with optimum performance and style in mind. Knoxville BMW shoppers interested in learning more about these remarkable concept cars should head on down to Grayson BMW, where all of their inquiries can be answered.

While both of these innovative new vehicles are currently in the concept stage of production, the high-tech manufacturing plant responsible for putting together the BMW i3 and i8s in Leipzig, Germany has already been built and is currently being expanded and prepared for the full scale production of these cars by 2013.

Knoxville BMW Fans Eagerly Await The Arrival Of The BMW i3 and i8

While Knoxville BMW shoppers eagerly await the arrival of the BMW i3 and i8, they'll be interested to learn just what these innovative new vehicles have to offer. The BMW i3, specifically designed to accommodate the demands found while driving through the city, comes with an impressive 170-hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, much more than most hybrid vehicles currently available, let alone fully electric cars. The performance oriented BMW i8 utilizes an electric-combustion hybrid powertrain, creating an incredible 220-hp and 221 lb-ft of torque while managing an impressive 94-mpg.

The exterior design of both the BMW i3 and i8 are unlike anything the automotive world has seen in electric and electric hybrid vehicles. The 4-door compact sedan i3 is specifically designed to fit into small spaces and easily navigate busy city traffic, and features extensive glass surfaces with black accents, giving the vehicle an overall futuristic appearance. Conversely, the i8 was designed with optimum performance in mind, giving way to an exterior design reminiscent of high-end sports cars like Lamborghini and Ferrari. A sloped, low rising front and back end coupled with butterfly doors, bold coloring, and innovatively efficient monochromatic lighting positively oozes sports luxury.

In conjunction with impressive powertrains and bold exterior designs, the BMW i Series' interior designs are equally as impressive and add much to the overall ambiance and luxury of driving these two dynamic vehicles. Both the i3 and i8 have been economized to feature driver oriented control platforms, utilizing a free-standing steering column with vital instruments like the start/stop button, parking break, and gearshift placed well within the drivers reach, eliminating the need for a center console.

Vibrant and easily distinguishable displays relay pertinent information to the driver, depending completely on driving conditions and other outside stimuli to give the driver the most informative collection of vehicle and condition diagnostics. Wireless smartphone connectivity also allows drivers to further enhance their driving experience even more enjoyable through the seamless integration of music and other media files.

Knoxville BMW fans interested in learning more about the future of electric vehicles should head on down to Grayson BMW or give them a call at 865-622-8007 where a sales representative will be more than happy to answer all of your questions. With the new BMW i Series just around the corner, now's never been a better time to become a BMW customer.