description BMW i3 Overview
The BMW i3 is a compact electric car produced by BMW from 2013 to 2022. It combines an aluminum chassis with a passenger cell made from carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic, an unusual construction approach for a mass-produced city car, and uses rear-wheel drive. Most versions are fully electric, while certain markets also received an optional small gasoline range extender that generated electricity after the traction battery was depleted.
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Does the BMW i3 range extender (REx) run on gas to power the wheels?
No, the optional range extender in the BMW i3 is a small 647cc two-cylinder motorcycle engine that strictly acts as a generator. It exclusively charges the battery to extend the driving range, while the wheels are always driven by the electric motor.
What is the battery capacity and EPA range of the later BMW i3 models?
Later models of the BMW i3, starting in 2017, were upgraded with a 94 Ah battery pack offering an EPA-estimated range of 114 miles on a full charge. If you opt for a model with the range extender (REx), the total combined range increases to about 180 miles.
What makes the BMW i3 chassis unique compared to other electric cars?
The BMW i3 features a unique LifeDrive architecture, utilizing a carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) passenger cell. This lightweight construction offsets the weight of the battery pack and improves overall vehicle efficiency.
Is the DC fast charging port on the BMW i3 compatible with Tesla Superchargers?
The BMW i3 uses the Combined Charging System (CCS) port for DC fast charging, which is the standard in Europe and North America. It cannot use Tesla Superchargers without an adapter, but it can utilize 50 kW CCS fast chargers to charge the battery in about 45 minutes.
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