BMW i3 Engines and Transmissions
The BMW i3 engine choice is a battery-electric powertrain or a plug-in hybrid with a range extender. An i3s AT 42.2 kWh Mini 5-doors is fully electric, automatic and rear-wheel drive. Range Extender examples such as the i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh and i3s 0.7 AT 33.2 kWh keep that drivetrain and add a generator.
Mini 5-doors — BMW i3 Engines and Transmissions
| Modification | Engine type | Engine capacity | Maximum power | Maximum power, kw | Maximum torque N⋅m | Transmission | Type of drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | Electro | Not provided | 184 hp | 135 kW | 270 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
| i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | Plug-in | 647 cm³ | 170 hp | 125 kW | 250 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
| i3s 0.7 AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | Plug-in | 647 cm³ | 184 hp | 135 kW | 270 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | Electro | Not provided | 170 hp | 125 kW | 250 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | Electro | Not provided | 170 hp | 125 kW | 250 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
| i3s AT 33.2 kWh | Electro | Not provided | 184 hp | 135 kW | 270 N⋅m | Automatic | RWD |
BMW i3 Dimensions
Mini 5-doors — BMW i3 Dimensions
| Modification | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Max weight | Ground clearance, minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1290 kg | 1730 kg | 131 mm |
| i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1365 kg | 1760 kg | 139 mm |
| i3s 0.7 AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1385 kg | 1780 kg | 131 mm |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1270 kg | 1710 kg | 139 mm |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1345 kg | 1710 kg | 139 mm |
| i3s AT 33.2 kWh | 4011 mm | 1775 mm | 1598 mm | 2570 mm | 1265 kg | 1700 kg | 131 mm |
BMW i3 Cargo Space
Mini 5-doors — BMW i3 Cargo Space
| Modification | Trunk volume min | Trunk volume max |
|---|---|---|
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | 260 l | 1100 l |
| i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 260 l | 1100 l |
| i3s 0.7 AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 260 l | 1100 l |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | 260 l | 1100 l |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | 260 l | 1100 l |
| i3s AT 33.2 kWh | 260 l | 1100 l |
BMW i3 Trims and Equipment
BMW i3 trim levels describe equipment packages fitted to a given technical version. For the electric i3s AT 42.2 kWh Mini 5-doors, the named configurations are i3s 120 Ah and i3s Sport. Those trims let you pick cabin and equipment emphasis without changing the automatic, rear-wheel-drive electric powertrain.
| Modification | Body | Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | i3s 120 Ah |
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | i3s Sport |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | i3 120 Ah |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | i3 Sport |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | Loft |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | Mini 5-doors | Pulse |
BMW i3 Battery, Range, Charging
BMW i3 battery capacity is what shapes everyday range and how often you plug in. The electric i3s AT 42.2 kWh Mini 5-doors uses a lithium-ion pack as its only energy store. The i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender also uses lithium-ion, then the generator can cover extra distance after the battery is low.
Mini 5-doors — BMW i3 Battery, Range, Charging
| Modification | Battery power | Battery type | Driving range, maximum | Full charge home | Full public charging time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i3s AT 42.2 kWh | 42.2 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 345 km | 1080 min | 90 min |
| i3 0.7 AT AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 33.2 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 235 km | 720 min | 50 min |
| i3s 0.7 AT 33.2 kWh Range Extender | 33.2 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 195 km | 720 min | 50 min |
| i3 AT 33.2 kWh | 33.2 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 255 km | 720 min | 50 min |
| i3 AT 42.2 kWh | 42.24 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 310 km | 1080 min | 90 min |
| i3s AT 33.2 kWh | 33.2 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 245 km | 720 min | 50 min |