The BMW i3 is a compact, fully electric car that offers a smooth and quiet ride. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 7.7 seconds, reaching a top speed of 160 km/h. With a drag coefficient of 0.33, it's designed for efficient driving.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
7.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
7.7 sec
Max Speed
160 km/h 99.42 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.33
Body & Dimensions
The BMW i3 is a compact, 4-seater hatchback with a length of 4006 mm, width of 1791 mm, and height of 1590 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2570 mm and a minimal turning circle of 10.31 m, making it agile and easy to maneuver in urban environments. The i3 is designed with a low ride height of 131 mm, contributing to its sporty and dynamic appearance.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Doors
5
Length
4006 mm 157.72 in.
Width
1791 mm 70.51 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2039 mm 80.28 in.
Height
1590 mm 62.6 in.
Wheelbase
2570 mm 101.18 in.
Front Track
1592 mm 62.68 in.
Rear Track
1586 mm 62.44 in.
Front Overhang
714 mm 28.11 in.
Rear Overhang
722 mm 28.43 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.31 m 33.83 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
131 mm 5.16 in.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW i3 is a compact, premium electric vehicle with a range-extending petrol engine, meeting Euro 6 emission standards. It offers impressive fuel efficiency with a combined NEDC consumption of 0.7 l/100 km and CO2 emissions as low as 14 g/km.
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Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc
0.7 l/100 km 336.02 US mpg 403.54 UK mpg 142.86 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc
14 g/km
Fuel Type
Petrol / electricity
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Engine & Transmission
The BMW i3 is a compact, rear-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) powered by a 38 HP naturally aspirated engine and an electric motor, combining for a system power of 184 HP. It features a 2-cylinder, inline engine with a 647 cm3 displacement, delivering 56 Nm of torque. The i3 offers a comfortable ride with independent McPherson front and multi-link rear suspensions, and it's rated for 58.7 HP per litre. It has a 1-gear automatic transmission and a 2.6-litre engine oil capacity with a 5W-30 or 5W-40 oil specification.
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Powertrain Architecture
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power
38 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
58.7 Hp/l
Torque
56 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 41.3 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Rear, Transverse
Engine Model Code
W20K06U0
Engine Displacement
647 cm3 39.48 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
2
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79 mm 3.11 in.
Piston Stroke
66 mm 2.6 in.
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
2.6 l 2.75 US qt | 2.29 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-01 5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-04
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the generator only, with no mechanical connection to the drive. An electric motor drives the rear wheels.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
1 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
System Power
184 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
System Torque
270 Nm 199.14 lb.-ft.
Brakes
The BMW i3 is a compact, electric city car equipped with ventilated disc brakes at both ends for enhanced stopping power. It features electric power steering, a steering rack and pinion system, and comes with 20-inch alloy wheels (5.5J x 20 front, 6J x 20 rear) wrapped in performance tires (175/55 R20 front, 195/50 R20 rear). It's also equipped with ABS for added safety.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 175/55 R20 Rear wheel tires: 195/50 R20
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 5.5J x 20 Rear wheel rims: 6J x 20
Battery - Electric / Hybrid
The BMW i3 is a compact electric vehicle with a 32.2 kWh lithium-ion battery located below the floor. It offers a rear-mounted electric motor producing 184 hp and 270 Nm of torque, providing an all-electric range of 185-195 km (WLTP) or 220 km (NEDC). The i3 supports both Type 1 and Type 2 AC charging, as well as CCS DC fast charging, with a recuperation output of 50 kW. Its average energy consumption is 12.5 kWh/100 km (NEDC).
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Gross Battery Capacity
32.2 kWh
Battery Technology
Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Location
Below the floor
Type 2 Ac Mennekes Sae J3068 Iec 62196 2
Rear right
Electric Motor Power
184 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Electric Motor Torque
270 Nm @ 0 rpm. 199.14 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor Location
Rear axle, Transverse
Net Usable Battery Capacity
27.2 kWh
Recuperation Output
50 kW
All Electric Range Wltp
185-195 km 114.95 - 121.17 mi
Ccs Type 2 Dc Sae J3068 Iec 62196 3
Rear right
Electric Motor Model Code
IB1P23M0
Battery Voltage
353 V
Type 1 Ac J Plug Sae J1772
Front central
Average Energy Consumption Nedc
12.5 kWh/100 km 20.12 kWh/100 mi 168 MPGe 8 km/kWh 5 mi/kWh
Ccs Type 1 Dc Sae J1772
Rear right
Chademo Dc
Rear right
All Electric Range Nedc
220 km 136.7 mi
Weight & Capacity
The BMW i3 is a compact, lightweight electric vehicle with impressive power-to-weight and torque-to-weight ratios of 7.5 kg/Hp and 5.1 kg/Nm respectively, translating to 132.9 Hp/tonne and 194.9 Nm/tonne. With a kerb weight of 1385 kg, it can carry a maximum load of 395 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 9 litres. The boot space ranges from 260 to 1100 litres, and the battery weighs 270 kg.
