Comparison between:
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh
- 2022 BMW iX xDrive40
- 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh | 2022 BMW iX xDrive40 | 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 | |
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| Model alias | - | - | iX xDrive 40 | i4 eDrive 40 |
| Trim | 33 kWh | 33 kWh | - | - |
| Model year | 2017 | 2018 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America, Europe | North America, Europe, China | North America, Europe |
| Price | - | - | EUR 77,300 (DE, Jun 2021) GBP 69,905 (UK, Jun 2021) | USD 55,400 (USA, Jun 2021) GBP 51,905 (UK, Jun 2021) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Coupe |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Alpine White Sapphire Black Metallic Sophistogrey Metallic with Brilliant Effect Phytonic Blue Blue Ridge Mountain | - |
| Interior colors | - | Atelier European Dark | Loft Stonegrey Atelier Mokka Atelier Black Suite Amido Suite Castanea | - |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 157.7 in 4006 mm | 195.0 in 4953 mm | 188.3 in 4783 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 70.5 in 1791 mm | 77.4 in 1967 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - | - | - |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 66.7 in 1695 mm | 57.0 in 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 118.1 in 3000 mm | 112.4 in 2856 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 66.1 in 1679 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 67.3 in 1709 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.2 in 131 mm | 8.0 in 202 mm | 4.9 in 125 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 1028 mm | 40.5 in 1028 mm | - | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | - |
| Passenger volume | 2379.0 l 84.01 ft3 2.38 m3 | - | - | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 500.0 l 17.66 ft3 0.50 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1750.0 l 61.80 ft3 1.75 m3 | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2744.76 lb 1245 kg | 2788.85 lb 1265 kg | 5379.28 lb 2440 kg | 4684.82 lb 2125 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - | - |
| GVWR | 3681.72 lb 1670 kg | 3725.81 lb 1690 kg | - | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.32 Cd | 0.25 Cd | 0.24 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 kg | The height includes roof fin Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1340 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1765 kg | Maximum axle load from / rear - 1450 / 1690 kg Maximum trailer load braked / unbraked - 2500 / 750 kg Maximum roofload / towbar download - 75 / 100 kg Angle of approach / departure = 18.8 / 20.7° Breakover angle - 17.5° Fording depth at 7 km/h - 379 mm | Weight distribution front / rear - 45.1 / 54.9 % Maximum axle load from / rear - 1140 / 1550 kg Maximum trailer load braked / unbraked - 1600 / 750 kg Maximum roofload / towbar download - 75 / 75 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | BMW | BMW | BMW |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 250 kW 335.3 hp 339.9 ps | 250 kW 335.3 hp 339.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | 4800 rpm | - | 8000 - 17000 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | - | - |
| Additional information | - | - | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology Total system power - 240 kW (326 hp) Total system torque - 630 Nm System power-to-weight ratio - 9.9 kg/kW | System power-to-weight ratio - 8.2 kg/kW BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | - | BMW | - |
| Motor type | - | - | Permanent magnet synchronous | - |
| Location | - | - | Front | - |
| Power | - | - | 200 kW 268.2 hp 271.9 ps | - |
| Torque | - | - | 352 Nm 35.9 kgm 259.6 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | - | - | Yes | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 124.3 mph 200.0 km/h | 118.1 mph 190.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.30 s | 6.90 s | 6.10 s | 5.70 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km | NEDC: 174.0 mi / 280.0 km EPA: 107.0 mi / 172.2 km WLTP: 152.2 mi / 245.0 km | WLTP: 264.1 mi / 425.0 km | WLTP: 366.6 mi / 590.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 12.6 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe EPA, CTY: 129 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 99 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 126 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.3 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 22.5 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 20 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A+ | 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 | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 10.31 m 33.83 ft | 12.8 m 41.99 ft | 12.5 m 41.01 ft |
| Additional information | - | - | Optional Integral Active Steering Steering ratio - 16:1 | Optional variable sport steering Steering ratio - 15.5:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | 9.665 | 8.774 | 8.774 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | - | 11.115 | - |
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 | Independent Double wishbone Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling and electronically controlled dampers | Double-joint spring strut axle Hydraulically damped torque strut bearing |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling and electronically controlled dampers | Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | - | - | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Front brake disk size - 348 x 30 mm Rear - single-piston floating calipers Rear brake disk size - 330 x 20 mm | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 | 8.5Jx20 | 7.5Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/50R20 175/60R19 84Q | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T | 235/60R20 108H | 255/55R17 101Y |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | Samsung SDI | CATL | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 33.2 kWh | 33.2 kWh | 76.6 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 96 | - | - |
| Number of modules | 8 | 8 | - | - |
| Voltage | 353 V | 353 V | 330.3 V | 398.5 V |
| Weight | - | - | - | 1212.54 lb 550 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | Net battery capacity - 71 kWh | Net battery capacity - 80.9 kWh Prismatic cells |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | 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 | 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 | Wallbox, 11 kW DC fast charging, 150 kW | Wallbox, 11 kW DC fast charging, 210 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 1 CCS1, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 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, 0:32 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 | 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 | DC fast charging, 0:31 Wallbox 11 kW, 8:00 | DC fast charging, 0:31 Wallbox 11 kW, 8:30 |
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) 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) Engine Start Button (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) 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) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (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) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (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) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Cloth/Synthetic Leather (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather (S) Leather and cloth (S) | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) 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) Engine Start Button (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) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (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) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (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) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (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) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Cloth/Synthetic Leather (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather (S) Leather and cloth (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) | Sports Package (O) Travel + Comfort System accessories (S) Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function (O) ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Parking Assistant including Active Park Distance Control and reversing camera (S) Performance control (S) Steering and Lane Control Assistant (O) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) 12.3-inch information display (S) 14.9-inch control display (S) BMW Live Cockpit Plus (S) BMW Operating System 8 with navigation (S) Automatic air conditioning with 2-zone control including rear vents (S) Electrically adjustable front seats (S) Panoramic sunroof (O) LED headlights (S) LED rear lights (S) Leather (O) Microfiber and wool / Sensatec (S) | ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Performance control (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | The i3s arrives with sports suspension (tighter springs and dampers along with a stabiliser on the front axle) and sports steering with a correspondingly adapted steering torque characteristic. | - | - |
| 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh | 2022 BMW iX xDrive40 | 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 |