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    2018 BMW i3

    The 2018 BMW i3 is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $76,900 for the base variant and topping out at $93,600 for the S Range Extender variant.

    There are 4 variants of the i3 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2017.

    The 2018 i3 was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW i3 include electric motor (125kW/250Nm), electric motor (135kW/270Nm), electric motor (125kW/250Nm) and electric motor (135kW/270Nm). All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $76,900 - $93,600
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    BEV or Erev
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    Retail Price
    $76,900 - $93,600
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    BEV or Erev

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    2018 BMW i3

    Available Variants

    The BMW i3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being S Range Extender.

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    Power to Weight
    89.93 - 100.75 kW/t
    61.92 kW/t
    185.49 kW/t
    Boot Space
    260 litres
    260 litres
    605 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    0.6 - 0.7 L/100km
    0.6 L/100km
    9.2 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    330 km
    330 km
    1,250 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 - 5 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km - Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Service Interval
    24 months
    12 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,620 - 1,780 kg
    1,620 kg
    2,270 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    131 - 140 mm
    98 mm
    165 mm

    Battery & Charging

    Max. battery kilowatt hour
    33 kWh
    1.3 kWh
    35.8 kWh
    Vehicle Range (EV)
    200 - 330 km
    2 km
    330 km
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    2018 BMW i3

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    2018 BMW i3

    Dimensions

    3,999 mm
    1,775 mm
    1,597 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length3,999 mm
    Overall Width1,775 mm
    Overall Height1,597 mm
    Wheelbase2,570 mm
    Turning Circle9,860 mm
    Load Capacity350 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2018 BMW i3

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW i3 is the base variant that starts from $76,900.

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    The most expensive BMW i3 is the S Range Extender variant that starts from $93,600.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW i3 is 0 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest BMW i3 is the S variant which measures 1791mm wide, 4006mm in length and sits 1590mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 135kW of power and 270nm of torque are the S and S Range Extender variants.

    The BMW i3 is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BMW i3 is the S Range Extender variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1780 kg.

    The BMW i3 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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