BMW i3 Electric Range & Charging Time
The 2021 BMW i3 is EPA-rated for up to 200 miles of electric range, and recharges in about 7 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
Latest model year (2021):
The BMW i3 is rated for up to 200 mi of electric range, recharging in about 7 hours on Level 2.
BMW i3 EV Range — All Years
| Year | Trim | Motor | Range | City Range | Hwy Range | 120V Charge | 240V Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 7 h |
| 2021 | Auto (A1) | 135 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 7 h |
| 2021 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125 kW DCPM | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2021 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 135 kW DCPM | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2020 | Auto (A1) | 135 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 7 h |
| 2020 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 7 h |
| 2020 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125 kW DCPM | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2020 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 135 kW DCPM | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2019 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 5 h |
| 2019 | Auto (A1) | 135 kW AC Induction | 153 mi | 166.5 mi | 136.4 mi | — | 5 h |
| 2019 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 135 kW AC Induction | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2019 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125 kW AC Induction | 200 mi | — | — | — | 7 h |
| 2018 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 114 mi | 123.8 mi | 101.9 mi | — | 5 h |
| 2018 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 107 mi | 118.214 mi | 93.3356 mi | — | 5 h |
| 2018 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125 kW AC Induction | 180 mi | — | — | — | 5 h |
| 2018 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125 kW AC Induction | 180 mi | — | — | — | 5 h |
| 2017 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 114 mi | 123.8 mi | 101.9 mi | — | 5 h |
| 2017 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 81 mi | 89 mi | 71.6 mi | — | 4 h |
| 2017 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125kW AC Induction | 180 mi | — | — | — | 5 h |
| 2016 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 81 mi | 89 mi | 71.6 mi | — | 4 h |
| 2016 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125kW | 150 mi | — | — | — | 4 h |
| 2015 | Auto (A1) | 125 kW AC Induction | 81 mi | 89 mi | 71.6 mi | — | 4 h |
| 2015 | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 125kW | 150 mi | — | — | — | 4 h |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
BMW i3 EV Range FAQ
How far can the BMW i3 go on a charge?
The BMW i3 is EPA-rated for up to 200 miles of electric range (2021 model year). Real-world range drops in cold weather, at highway speeds, and with heavy climate control use — plan for roughly 70–80% of the rated figure in winter.
How long does the BMW i3 take to charge?
On a 240-volt Level 2 charger the BMW i3 takes about 7 hours for a full charge. DC fast charging, where supported, is far quicker but is not part of the EPA data set.