Comparison between:
- 2016 BMW i3 22 kWh
- 2020 BMW i3s Edition RoadStyle 42 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2016 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2020 BMW i3s Edition RoadStyle 42 kWh | |
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| Trim | 22 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Model year | 2016 | 2020 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe |
| Price | - | EUR 49,995 (NL, Oct 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Solar Orange Metallic Fluid Black Mineral Gray Platinum Silver | Fluid Black with E-Copper accents |
| Interior colors | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 158.1 in 4016 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 70.5 in 1791 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | 80.3 in 2040 mm |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.7 in 1592 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 62.4 in 1585 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.2 in 132 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 39.1 in 993 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 427.6 l 15.10 ft3 0.43 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1045.0 l 36.90 ft3 1.04 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg | 3040.17 lb 1379 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg | 3814 lb 1730 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.32 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1270 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1695 kg | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | BMW |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | AC synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | 4100 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 7.00 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | 6.80 s |
| Additional information | Eco Pro+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km | EPA: 152.9 mi / 246.0 km WLTP: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km Real range: 161.6 mi / 260.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 12.9 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe EPA, CMB: 124 MPGe EPA, CTY: 137 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 9.87 m 32.38 ft |
| Additional information | - | Steering ratio - 14:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | 9.665 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx19 5Jx20 5.5Jx19 | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 155/70R19 175/60R19 175/55R20 | 175/55R20 195/50R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | Samsung SDI |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh | 42.2 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | - |
| Number of modules | 8 | - |
| Voltage | 360 V | 353 V |
| Weight | 449.74 lb 204 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 18.8 kWh Battery warming system Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | The net battery capacity is 37.9 kWh Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Battery heating is included |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Household charging, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW | Household charging, 2.8 kW BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7.4 kW BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 11 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | - | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 11 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC fast charging, 0:22 BMW i Wallbox, 2:59 Household charging, 5:57 | DC fast charging, 0:32 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:00 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 4:28 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 8:56 Household charging, 11:47 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (O) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW ConnectedDrive (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Multi-funciton touchscreen (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Telematics (S) Trip computer (S) Voice-activating system (O) Wide Screen Navigation System, with Internal HD and Traffic Info (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Power windows (S) Remote Trunk/Hatch Release (S) Sunroof (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Body-color driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Headlight Control (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Leather (S) Leather and wool cloth (S) Sensatec and sustainable cloth (S) | Rear cupholders (S) Alarm system class 3 (S) Brake Assist System (S) Camera-based cruise control with Stop&Go function (O) City brake function (O) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (O) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Speed limit info (O) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) Traffic jam assistant (O) 10.3-inch multi-funciton touchscreen (O) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) 6.5-inch touchscreen (S) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW iDrive (O) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Internal HD (S) MP3 Player (O) Navigation, Real-Time traffic information (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio, DAB tuner (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Heat pump (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed with satin silver trim, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Extra tinted glass rear windows (S) Heated washer (S) Power Locks (S) Rain and light sensor (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Auto-dimming interior and driver's side exterior mirror (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Foldable side mirrors (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Toned heated driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Ambiance LED lights in Light Orange or Cold White (S) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED lights in the trunk (S) LED reading lamps in the front (S) LED taillights (S) Lighting in footwell, door handles (S) Welcome LED lights in Light Blue (S) Dalbergia Brown Natural Leather (S) Dark Oak fine wood trim (S) Headrests embroidered with special edition name (S) Velour floor mats (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | For MY2016 BMW i3 22 kWh is available in three new colours: Fluid Black - Mineral Gray - Platinum Silver replacing the Laurel Gray Metallic - Andesite Silver Metallic - Arravani Gray. All the rest remains the same as the previous model year. The 22 kWh variant of BMW i3 is discontinued in 2017. | - |
| 2016 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2020 BMW i3s Edition RoadStyle 42 kWh |