Electric

2021 BMW i3

The 2021 BMW i3 is an all-electric sedan. Its electric drivetrain produces 170 hp (127 kW), with a quoted range of 153 miles (246 km), and it has rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.2 seconds and top speed is 93 mph (150 km/h).

2021 BMW i3
2021
Year
170 hp
Power
Automatic (A1)
Trans.
Electric
Fuel

SPECS

Make BMW Model i3
Year 2021 Version / Trim BMW 2021 i3
Body Style Sedan Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Capparis White, Fluid Black, Mineral Grey Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Jucaro Beige Metallic
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Germany
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Transmission Automatic (A1)
Motor Electric Motor
Power 170 hp / 127 kW Torque 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 7.2 sec Top Speed 93 mph (150 km/h)
Range / Economy 29.7947 MPGe combined
Electric Range 153 miles (246 km) Max Charge Rate —
Wheelbase 2,570 mm Kerb Weight 1,195 kg (2,635 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2021 SEDANS

Compared with other 2021 sedans in our database, its 170 hp is 45% less than the average 2021 sedan (309 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds slower than average, and it is 28% lighter than the typical sedan.

2021 BMW i3Average 2021 sedansDifference
Power 170 hp 309 hp (96 cars) -45%
Torque 250 Nm 415 Nm (96 cars) -40%
0–60 mph 7.2 s 6.0 s (95 cars) +21%
Top speed 93 mph 139 mph (95 cars) -33%
Kerb weight 1,195 kg 1,670 kg (104 cars) -28%

Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.

CLOSEST RIVALS

Other 2021 sedans with similar power to the 2021 BMW i3.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2021 BMW i3 170 hp 7.2 s 1,195 kg
2021 Toyota Corolla 169 hp 8.1 s 1,340 kg
2021 Honda Civic 4Dr 174 hp 8.2 s 1,245 kg
2021 MG 5 EV Long Range 177 hp 7.7 s 1,563 kg
2021 BAIC EU5 R600 163 hp 8.5 s 1,480 kg
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OTHER YEARS OF THE BMW I3

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Wi-Fi Hotspot
OTA Updates
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start