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BMW i3 Base (2017) price & specs
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Overview
The 2017 BMW i3 Base is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 1st January 2017 classified as a I01. The BMW i3 is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $73,100 before on-road costs.
This BMW i3 uses a fully electric engine.
The BMW i3 measures 1597mm (62.9 inches) in height, 3999mm (157.4 inches) in length, 1775mm (69.9 inches) in width with a 2570mm (101.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1365kg (3009.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The i3 Base comes standard with 155/60 R19 front tyres and 175/60 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
91.58 - 103.73 kW/t
59.78 kW/t
184.91 kW/t
Boot Space
260 litres
260 litres
605 litres
Fuel Efficiency
0.6 L/100km
0.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Price
$63,900 - $74,100
$22,840
$84,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,630 - 1,760 kg
1,630 kg
2,130 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
98 mm
175 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
22 - 33 kWh
22 kWh
33 kWh
Vehicle Range (EV)
170 - 312 km
170 km
312 km
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Dimensions
3,999 mm
1,775 mm
1,597 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,999 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,775 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,597 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,860 mm |
| Load Capacity | 395 mm |
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Explore BMW i3 Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 12
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.0
Engine (cc): 647
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: W20k06u0
Engine (L): 0.6
Number of Cylinders: 2
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 66.0
Additional Fuel Types
Premium Unleaded Fuel: Premium Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 2.4
Main Capacity (L): 9
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 2.0
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 16
Mode 2 Duration: 7.50
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 4 Duration: 0.65
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 353.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 33.00
Range (km): 240.00
Range (miles): 149.13
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Electric Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 166.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 0.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 471
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 392
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 0.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 150
Maximum Speed (mph): 93
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4800
Power Consumption
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 21.7
Combined (kWh/100km): 11.3
Combined (Wh/km): 135
Combined (Wh/mile): 217
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 38
Maximum Power (kW): 28
Maximum Torque (Nm): 56
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: Ge1b133h
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Q
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 155
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Q
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: I01
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1100
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 260
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9860
Front Track (in): 61.9
Front Track (mm): 1571
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.3
Overall Height (in): 62.9
Overall Height (mm): 1597
Overall Length (in): 157.4
Overall Length (mm): 3999
Overall Width (in): 69.9
Overall Width (mm): 1775
Rear Track (in): 61.3
Rear Track (mm): 1556
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1007
Rear Headroom (in): 37.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 946
Front Hip Room (in): 54.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1392
Rear Hip Room (in): 50.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1281
Front Leg Room (in): 40.5
Front Leg Room (mm): 1029
Rear Leg Room (in): 31.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 810
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1361
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 49.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1250
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Rear Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Rear Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1760
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3880
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1365
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3009
Tare Weight (kg): 1366
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: I3 Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Dead Bolt: yes
Operation: Remote
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