BMW i3 2026

Brand: BMW
Category: Electric Cars
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Drive Type: AWD
Type: 5 door sedan, 5 seats
Self Driving:
Airbags: Full Suite

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

PERFORMANCE 5 / 10
BATTERY 7 / 10
BODY 6 / 10
DISPLAYS 5 / 10
COMFORT 6 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Solid range for its size
Stable ride and handling balance
Clean interior layout with modern infotainment

CONS

Rear space tighter than larger sedans
Charging speed trails top rivals in peak rates

The BMW i3 2026 is a compact electric sedan built for urban and suburban use. It sits in the compact executive segment. It uses a four door sedan body, not the older hatchback design and has more range.

Battery options focus on mid to long range use. Expect around 526 to 592 km CLTC depending on trim. Real world range sits lower under mixed driving. DC fast charging supports roughly 10 to 80 percent in about 35 minutes. AC charging supports overnight home charging.

Price sits in the mid range for premium EV sedans. It targets buyers who want a smaller BMW with electric power and daily usability. It fits city commuters and small families. From the same brand, see BMW i4 and BMW iX. Alternatives include Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal. It competes closest with the Tesla Model 3 on range and charging.

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Full Electric Vehicle Specifications

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants

BMW i3 50 xDrive

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Availability Status

Coming soon. Expected release 2026, Q3

BATTERY & CHARGING

Battery Capacity	108.7 kWh usable
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA)	559 mi WLTP
DC Charging (Max kW)	CCS 400 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min
AC Charging (Max kW)	Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 h Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 5.45 h

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp)	AWD 469 hp (345 kW)
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	4.7 sec 0-62 mph
Torque (Nm)	645 Nm (476 lb-ft)
Top Speed (km/h / mph)	130 mph (210 km/h)

BODY & DIMENSIONS

Dimensions (L×W×H mm)	4760 x 1865 x 1480 mm (187.4 x 73.4 x 58.3 in)
Body Style	5 door sedan, 5 seats
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L)	Yes

SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE

COMFORT & SEATING

Seating Capacity

Heated front seats

DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY

Centre Screen (inches)	17.9" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches)	43.3" (only a portion of it)
Head-Up Display (HUD)	Yes, projector type

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