2019 BMW i3
$A68700+ (estimated base price)
Available: Now
Dynamic and chic, the i3 is BMW's premium all-electric city car. Using BMW eDrive technology, the 2019 model with 42kWh battery will be available from February 2019 in a 120Ah configuration for double the range of the original 42kW battery. With a 125kW electric motor delivering 250Nm of torque, and around 260km range, it is zippy enough for most everyday around town needs.
| EV Type | BEV | Charging Plugs (AC) | Type 2 |
| BEV Range (km) | Charging Plugs (DC) | CCS2 | |
| Real World Range (km) | 260 | Max Charge Rate (kW, AC/DC) | 11/50 |
| Battery Size (kWh) | 42 | Tow Rating (kg) Unbraked/Braked |
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| Max. Power (kW) | 125 | Max. Torque (Nm) | 250 |
Reviews & Road Trips
$32 for 94,000kms: BMW i3 owner details two years of EV and rooftop solar - Queensland-based BMW i3 owner shares superbly low running costs for electric vehicle coupled with 28kWh rooftop solar system, after two years of ownership.- BMW i3s test drive: Surprise, surprise - The new generation of BMW i3 and i3s electric vehicles have hit the road, with double the range, and a few surprises.
News
- BMW opens Australian pre-orders for all-electric i4 Gran Coupé - BMW launches Australian pre-orders for its i4 all-electric Gran Coupé, with local deliveries to start next year.
- Top six electric cars coming to Australia in 2021 - What electric cars are still to come in 2021? This is The Driven's take on what to keep an eye out for as the year rolls along.
- BMW debuts i4 electric gran coupé and sets accelerated EV target - BMW gives brief peek at its promised BMW i4 electric sports car, and will now aim for 50% EV sales by 2030.
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