MY TUNED I8 SURPRISED EVERYONE AT THE DRAGSTRIP

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The reviewer takes his modified BMW i8 to the drag strip to test its performance after recent upgrades, including a custom exhaust and intake modifications. While the car's unique styling garners attention, its performance on the strip is a mixed bag. The i8 achieves respectable quarter-mile times, dipping into the 12-second range, and the reviewer notes its strong launch capability, especially with launch control. However, he expresses a slight disappointment that it didn't break into the 11s as hoped, attributing this partly to street tires and a non-prepped surface. The custom exhaust is praised for improving the sound of the three-cylinder engine, though the reviewer acknowledges the inherent limitations of the powertrain. Despite the performance results, the reviewer reiterates that the i8, especially at its original price point, is not a traditional performance car but offers a unique hybrid experience. He concludes that for the price he paid for the modified car, it was a phenomenal deal and hints at future hybrid turbo upgrades to further enhance its performance.