New BMW i3: here are the prices for the standard range with a smaller battery
Following the launch version, the standard lineup of the new i3 is now available, marking the introduction of a second technical configuration with a slightly smaller battery.
With the unveiling of the new gasoline-powered Series 3, BMW has provided additional details about its all-electric counterpart, the i3. It should be noted that although the two vehicles look similar, their technical foundations differ.
To meet strong demand, BMW opened pre-orders for an upgraded First Edition variant with the 50 xDrive configuration. It features two engines delivering a combined maximum power of 469 horsepower. Equipped with a massive battery having a net capacity of 108.7 kWh, it offers an extremely long range of up to 912 kilometers.
While the standard lineup still includes the 50 xDrive, the i3 is now available in a lower-tier version called the 40 xDrive, which also features all-wheel drive. The combined maximum power here is 374 horsepower, ensuring super-sporty performance with a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 5.4 seconds.
The battery is smaller, with 82.8 kWh (net capacity). It offers a combined range of up to 710 km, which is still very high and more than sufficient. In terms of charging, this version has a peak DC charge rate of 300 kW, compared to 400 kW. This allows it to reach 10% to 80% charge in 21 minutes under optimal conditions.
Logically, with a standard range option, the i3 becomes more affordable, at least when compared to other premium electric sedans with long ranges. The launch version, First Edition 50 xDrive, cost 74,850 €. With the base i3 trim, this configuration drops to 65,400 €, still including standard features such as a heat pump, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats, an inductive phone charger, and a screen at the bottom of the windshield.
The 40xDrive version costs 59,900 €, representing a difference of 5,500 € between the two battery options.
BMW i3 Prices
i3
M Sport
M Sport Pro
First Edition
40 xDrive 374 hp
59 900 €
63 900 €
66 600 €
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50 xDrive 469 hp
65 400 €
69 400 €
72 100 €
74 850 €