All BMW modelsBMW i3: generations and engines
The BMW i3 has been built since 2013 in 3 generations, with 8 engine versions in our catalog (hatchback). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years2013–present
Generations3
Engine versions8
Power170–184 hp
Body stylesHatchback
FuelElectric, Gasoline hybrid, Gasoline
Timeline
BMW i3 generations
- 2013–2017
BMW i3
Engines below - 2017–present
BMW i3 (facelift 2017)
Engines below - 2017–present
BMW i3s
Engines below
Specs
BMW i3 engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
BMW i32013–2017 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.8 kWh (170 hp) | 2013–2017 | Electric | 170 hp (125 kW) | 7.2 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) | ||
| 18.8 kWh (170 hp) Range Extender | 2013–2017 | Gasoline hybrid | 170 hp (125 kW) | 7.9 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
BMW i3 (facelift 2017)2017–present · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.2 kWh (170 hp) | 2017–2018 | Electric | 170 hp (125 kW) | 7.3 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) | ||
| 27.2 kWh (170 hp) Range Extender | 2017–2018 | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | 8.1 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) | ||
| 42.2 kWh (170 hp) | 2018–present | Electric | 170 hp (125 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 7.3 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
BMW i3s2017–present · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.2 kWh (184 hp) | 2017–2018 | Electric | 184 hp (135 kW) | 6.9 s | 99 mph (159 km/h) | ||
| 27.2 kWh (184 hp) Range Extender | 2017–2018 | Gasoline hybrid | 184 hp (135 kW) | 7.7 s | 99 mph (159 km/h) | ||
| 42.2 kWh (184 hp) | 2018–present | Electric | 184 hp (135 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 6.9 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used BMW i3
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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