2019 (69) BMW I3 94Ah Range Extender 5dr Auto

Still one of the most visually interesting and attractive electric cars. As per most BMWs, the i3 is rewarding to drive. The i3 94Ah range-extender offers zero emission driving most of the time. The interior has an equally refreshing design approach, and is light, airy and spacious. You can choose between a pure electric i3 and a version with the addition of a range-extender which acts as a generator, maintaining the charge of the high-voltage battery. BMWs usually offer a more rewarding driving experience than many competitors, and the same is true of the i3. It s rear-wheel drive, which, when combined with instantly available 100% torque at virtually all times due to the electric motor, results in well-sorted handling and rapid acceleration. The ride quality is also comfortable, which is important for a car that s primarily designed for urban use. And of course, the i3 is virtually silent and it has zero tailpipe emissions at least when running on electric power. Even when running on the range extender, this is still a quiet car. One other key area in which the i3 differs from most cars is the level of brake regeneration. If you lift off the accelerator in the majority of vehicles then the car will coast. Not so in the i3 there s harsh regen to the extent that the car slows down quickly and the brake lights will come on without you needing to touch the brakes. Of course, this is in the interests of efficiency, to ensure maximum energy is re-captured and fed back into the battery. Other electric cars have this characteristic but it s not usually so severe, and in many EVs, the driver can adjust the amount of regen. With the AC Fast Charge cable, the car will charge in approximately 4-5 hours from empty. The standard charging cable (with the three-pin plug) will charge the car in approximately 10-12 hours from empty. BMW says that under normal driving conditions the pure electric i3 can achieve a real-world range of up to 185 miles. For our personal driving patterns, we d go for the Range Extender every time. So what is there not too love about this absolutely stunning vehicle and get in touch with the team to arrange a personalised video of the car or a test drive!