Comparison between:
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2018 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2020 BMW i3 42 kWh

Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.

	2017 BMW i3 33 kWh	2018 BMW i3 33 kWh	2020 BMW i3 42 kWh

Trim	33 kWh	33 kWh	42 kWh
Model year	2017 (MY17)	2018 (MY18)	2020 (MY20)
Market	North America, Europe	North America, Europe	North America, Europe

Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.

Body style	Hatchback	Hatchback	Hatchback
Materials	Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium	Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium	Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium
Exterior colors	Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver	Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic	Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic
Interior colors	-	Atelier European Dark	Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown
Number of doors	5	5	5
Number of seats	4	4	4
Length	157.4 in 3999 mm	157.9 in 4011 mm	157.9 in 4011 mm
Width	69.9 in 1775 mm	69.9 in 1775 mm	69.9 in 1775 mm
Width with mirrors	80.2 in 2037 mm	-	80.3 in 2040 mm
Height	62.1 in 1578 mm	62.9 in 1598 mm	62.9 in 1598 mm
Wheelbase	101.2 in 2570 mm	101.2 in 2570 mm	101.2 in 2570 mm
Front track	61.9 in 1572 mm	-	61.9 in 1572 mm
Rear track	61.3 in 1557 mm	-	62.0 in 1575 mm
Front overhang	-	-	30.3 in 770 mm
Rear overhang	-	-	38.0 in 965 mm
Clearance	5.5 in 140 mm	5.5 in 139 mm	5.5 in 139 mm
Front headroom	39.6 in 1006 mm	39.6 in 1006 mm	39.6 in 1006 mm
Rear headroom	37.2 in 945 mm	37.2 in 945 mm	37.2 in 945 mm
Front shoulder room	53.6 in 1361 mm	53.6 in 1361 mm	53.6 in 1361 mm
Rear shoulder room	49.2 in 1250 mm	49.2 in 1250 mm	49.2 in 1250 mm
Front legroom	40.5 in 1028 mm	40.5 in 1028 mm	40.5 in 1029 mm
Rear legroom	31.9 in 810 mm	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	260.0 l 9.18 ft³ 0.26 m³
Maximum trunk volume	1100.0 l 38.85 ft³ 1.10 m³	1100.0 l 38.85 ft³ 1.10 m³	1100.0 l 38.85 ft³ 1.10 m³
Curb weight	2744.76 lb 1245 kg	2910.1 lb 1320 kg	2965.22 lb 1345 kg
Payload	936.96 lb 425 kg	936.96 lb 425 kg	970.03 lb 440 kg
GVWR	3681.72 lb 1670 kg	3847.07 lb 1745 kg	3780.93 lb 1715 kg
Drag coefficient	0.29 Cd	0.29 Cd	0.29 Cd
Additional information	Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 kg	-	-

Information about the model's electric motor and its performance

Manufacturer	BMW	BMW	BMW
Electric motor type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)
Location of the motor	Rear	Rear	Rear
Power	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps
Maximum power RPM	4800 rpm	4800 rpm	4800 rpm
Torque	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb
Regenerative braking	Yes	Yes	Yes
Driving modes	Eco Eco+ Comfort	Eco Eco+ Comfort	Eco Eco+ Comfort

Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.

Total system power	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps	125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps
Total system torque	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb	250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb

Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.

Top speed	93.2 mph 150.0 km/h	93.2 mph 150.0 km/h	93.2 mph 150.0 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h	7.30 s	7.30 s	7.20 s

Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Driving range

NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km
EPA, CMB: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km

NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km
EPA, CMB: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km
WLTP, CMB: 158.4 mi / 255.0 km

NEDC, CMB: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km
EPA, CMB: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km
WLTP, CMB: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km

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, CTY: 129 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi
EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe

EPA, CTY: 129 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi
EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe
WLTP, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km

NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km
EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi
EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe

Information about the energy class of the electric car.

Energy class

A+

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
Type of power steering	Electronic	Electronic	Electronic
Turning circle	9.86 m 32.35 ft	9.86 m 32.35 ft	9.86 m 32.35 ft

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
Drivetrain	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Axle ratio	9.665	9.665	9.665
Additional information	-	-	Transmission type: GE1B

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) Shock absorbers	Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers
Rear suspension	Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs)	Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs)	Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs)

Information about the brake system used on this model.

Front brakes	Ventilated discs	Ventilated discs	Ventilated discs
Rear brakes	Ventilated discs	Ventilated discs	Ventilated discs

Information about the rims available for this electric car.

Rims

5Jx19
5.5Jx19
5Jx20

Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.

Tyres

155/70R19 84Q
175/60R19 84Q
155/60R20
175/50R20

155/70R19 84Q
155/60R20
175/50R20

Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.

Usable (net) battery capacity	27.2 kWh	27.2 kWh	37.9 kWh
Total (gross) battery capacity	33.2 kWh	33.2 kWh	42.2 kWh
Battery capacity in Ah	94 Ah	94 Ah	120 Ah
Manufacturer	Samsung SDI	Samsung SDI	Samsung SDI
Type	NCM622	NCM622	NCM622
Cathode materials	Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO₂)	Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO₂)	Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO₂)
Number of cells	96	96	96
Battery cell format	Pouch	Pouch	Pouch
Cell configuration	1p96s 1 cells in parallel 96 cells in series	1p96s 1 cells in parallel 96 cells in series	-
Cell nominal voltage	3.6 V - 3.7 V	3.6 V - 3.7 V	3.6 V - 3.7 V
Cell max charge voltage	4.2 V	4.2 V	4.2 V
Cell min discharge voltage	2.5 V - 3 V	2.5 V - 3 V	2.5 V - 3 V
Number of modules	8	8	8
Battery voltage	353 V	353 V	352 V
Location	Under the floor, middle	Under the floor, middle	Under the floor, middle
Thermal Management	Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system	Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system	Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system
Additional information	Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L	Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L	Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L

Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.

Onboard charger/Charging port

Type 1 CCS1
Type 2 CCS2

Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.

Charging type

AC 2.8 kW
AC 3.7 kW
AC 7.4 kW
AC 11 kW
DC 50 kW

Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.

Charging time

DC 50 kW, 0:32
AC 11 kW, 3:00
AC 7.4 kW, 4:28
AC 3.7 kW, 8:56
AC 2.8 kW, 11:47

DC 50 kW, 0:41
AC 11 kW, 3:50
AC 7.4 kW, 5:42
AC 3.7 kW, 11:24
AC 2.8 kW, 15:04

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)

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 rear park distance control (S)
Front and side airbags (S)
Front radar (S)
Full-length side curtain airbags (S)
Hill holder (S)
Immobilizer (S)
Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S)
Pasrking Assistance (O)
Passenger Assist Handles (S)
Pedestrian and collision warning (O)
Proactive driving assistant (O)
Rear camera and radar (S)
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 (S)
BMW Online with MyInfo (O)
Coming Home Device (S)
ConnectedDrive Services (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)
Wi-Fi hotspot (O)
Wireless charging pad (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)
Adaptive LED headlights with turn lights and high beam assist (O)
Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S)
LED daytime running lights (S)
LED headlights with cornering lights (S)
LED taillights (S)
Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S)
Cargo Area Cover (S)
Cloth (S)
Dark Oak wood trim (O)
Electronic Brown Trim (S)
Eucalyptus wood trim (O)
Leather and cloth (S)
Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec with Brown Cloth highlights (S)
Tera Dark Truffle Vernasca Leather (S)
Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S)
Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S)

Additional information about this electric vehicle.

Additional information

BMW i3 interior worlds have different names and variants in different markets. In the US they are Deka World / Mega World / Giga World / Tera World. In the UK they are Atelier / Lodge / Loft / Suite.

2017 BMW i3 33 kWh

2018 BMW i3 33 kWh

2020 BMW i3 42 kWh