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BMW Motorsport important in recent history is the i3 a compact city car driven by an electric-only powertrain. It is the result of decades of research in the field of electric mobility and the first part of the new BMW i sub-brand.
BMW took the extensive - and expensive - ways of developing an entirely new platform and architecture instead of the orientation of the i3 in a production model. Consequently, there are no commitments typically associated with EVs born from a gasoline car.
The goal design takes two forms - "modules of life" and the Life module "Drive Module." - I3 cabin - carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) to trim the weight while maintaining the strength of the steel. The tips the balance i3 boxy only £ 2700 and earning the distinction of being the first production car, pack a carbon fiber interior.
The drive module is made of aluminum and features of the vehicle drive train.
Striking appearance
The appearance of the i3 might look a bit strange. The clear intention of a city car, the i3 dimensioned such as an entry-1 Series car manufacturers so, but his form has been designed to maximize and improve the aerodynamics of both interior. On the back of the diffuser, the car is blue impressively time (except I3S suns orange) and aero improvement.
I3 is running on alloy wheels in 19 inch Ultra Slim 155 / 70-19 tires wrapped to reduce rolling resistance and improve the turning radius of the vehicle.
Life on board
Rear doors suicide mini style, combined with a low floor to give the i3 excellent access and a spacious feel inside. About as spacious as the largest automobile manufacturer in the 3-series, which was developed to emulate the medium 5 series in terms of premium offers the feel of his cabin i3.
To this end, BMW has luxurious materials, 25 percent of which are selected made from recycled materials or renewable sources. For example, the eucalyptus wood trim can be used on the dashboard was "responsible for forests."
Because it saw no traditional transmission BMW fit some space for the small center console and dashboard to leave themselves. The design is a boon for the city users, thus departing passengers each side of the vehicle.

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Knob BMW iDrive control makes an appearance on the center console, in which it operates, high-resolution screen iPad mini-like. Professional navigation company based touchpad is optional for all I3S.
Technical Specifications
The i3 is driven by a battery mounted 22 kWh lithium-ion under the passenger compartment and 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque synchronous electric. The power transmission sent to the rear wheels via a single-speed transmission wheels so that the i3 speed for about seven seconds from zero to 60 mph.
The i3 does not have to be all-electric: An optional 650cc, 34 hp two-cylinder gasoline range extender works as a generator to charge the battery available. The Range Extender is only activated if it was really necessary and no energy is sent directly to the drive wheels of the i3.
Without the Range Extender is the i3 essentially urban driving thanks banished its range of 80 to 100 miles. Range Extender is connected to expect i3 driver something more like 160 to 200 miles. A full charge is in three hours when the vehicle is connected to a charger.
Comfort, ECO and ECO PRO + PRO, each fit the vehicle powertrain and air conditioning to keep the load as needed: The driver can choose between three driving modes. I3 standard navigation can help the driver choose the best way based on route to your destination.
Breakdown level of surface
The i3 is available in three trim levels: World World Mega and Giga Tera world.
World Mega comes with 19-inch forged aluminum wheels, navigation, information and entertainment system from BMW ConnectedDrive, an alarm, a 7.4 kilowatt charger board and LED headlights. Bed linen and fabric "Sensatec" cover the seats, while the steering wheel wrapped in leather.
Intensification Giga trim adds leather upholstery and woolen cloth, a universal garage door, exclusive alloy wheels, a sunroof and a prox SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Finally Tera models have full leather trim anthracite mats.
Optional equipment
20-inch wheels, Navigation Professional and higher range extender BMW i3 offers two optional packages.
Technology and Driving Assistance package bundles a wide range of electronic driving aids like the big screen navigation Professional with a touch pad and traffic information in real time, congestion assistant, assistant slowdown, ACC Stop & Go, Forward Collision Warning and Pedestrian Safety with City Collision Mitigation.
The Parking Assist package adds a rearview camera, front parking assistance and car parking sensors.
Occupant safety
All I3S regardless of trim level comes standard with front and side airbags, electronic stability control, brake assist, brake drying function and Traction control.
The main competitors
At the moment, the BMW i3 is essentially alone in the compact class engined high quality batteries. Buyers on a budget a Nissan Leaf is fully charged, watch sold for several thousand dollars less