Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Lease estimate is based on a BCH calculation excluding VAT, 6+35 months payment profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package. For comparison only, actual lease offers can differ significantly from the indication shown.
Real Range Estimation between 255 - 500 mi
City - Cold Weather *
320 mi
Highway - Cold Weather *
255 mi
Combined - Cold Weather *
290 mi
City - Mild Weather *
500 mi
Highway - Mild Weather *
335 mi
Combined - Mild Weather *
405 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
The 'long distance suitability' is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes.
† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13h15m and a charge speed of 26 mph.
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Performance
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph
5.4 sec
Top Speed
124 mph
Electric Range *
345 mi
Total Power
275 kW (369 hp)
Total Torque
384 lb-ft
Drive
AWD
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
V2L Supported
Yes
Max. Output Power
3.7 kW AC
Exterior Outlet(s)
1 x Type 2 (Adapter)
Interior Outlet(s)
-
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
V2H via AC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
V2H via DC Supported
Yes
Max. Output Power
11 kW DC
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
V2G via AC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
V2G via DC Supported
Yes
Max. Output Power
11 kW DC
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
Range *
345 mi
Vehicle Consumption *
240 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent *
169 mpg
WLTP Ratings (TEL)
Range
441 mi
Rated Consumption
230 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption
188 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent
176 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent
216 mpg
WLTP Ratings (TEH)
Range
352 mi
Rated Consumption
288 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption
235 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent
140 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent
172 mpg
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses. Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems. NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 166 - 325 Wh/mi
City - Cold Weather *
259 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather *
325 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather *
286 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather *
166 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather *
247 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather *
204 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.
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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.
Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)
Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the BMW i3 40 xDrive. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point
Max. Power
Power
Time
Rate
Standard 11.0 kW On-Board Charger
Wall Plug (2.3 kW)
230V / 1x10A
2.3 kW
42h30m
8 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW)
230V / 1x16A
3.7 kW
26h30m
13 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW)
230V / 1x32A
7.4 kW
13h15m
26 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW)
400V / 3x16A
11 kW
9 hours
38 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW)
400V / 3x16A
11 kW †
9 hours
38 mph
Optional 22.0kW On-Board Charger
Wall Plug (2.3 kW)
230V / 1x10A
2.3 kW
42h30m
8 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW)
230V / 1x16A
3.7 kW
26h30m
13 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW)
230V / 1x32A
7.4 kW
13h15m
26 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW)
400V / 3x16A
11 kW
9 hours
38 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW)
400V / 3x32A
22 kW †
4h30m
77 mph
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the BMW i3 40 xDrive.
Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point
Max. Power
Avg. Power
Time
Rate
CCS (50 kW DC)
50 kW
50 kW
73 min
190 mph
CCS (150 kW DC)
150 kW
115 kW †
32 min
450 mph
CCS (350 kW DC)
300 kW †
170 kW †
22 min
650 mph
CCS (500 kW DC)
300 kW †
170 kW †
22 min
650 mph
This vehicle supports Autocharge
This vehicle supports Plug & Charge
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
BMW Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the BMW i3 40 xDrive. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
Time: time needed for charging session
BMW Claimed Specifications
Max. Power
Charge From
Charge To
Time
300 kW
10 %
80 %
21 min
Long Distance Suitability
How suitable an electric car is for long trips depends not only on the range. How quickly the car can charge plays an almost equally important role. Whether an EV is suitable for long trips depends on the battery capacity, efficiency, and fast charging capability.
To easily compare cars among each other, a benchmark has been established that combines these factors into the total distance a vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop: the '1-Stop Range'. Based on the 1-Stop Range, the 5-star rating is determined. The result of the benchmark is shown in the graph below.
1-Stop Range
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Based on the driving profile and assumptions below, the 1-Stop Range is determined. The sum of the distance covered in both trip legs is the 1-Stop Range. For vehicles that cannot fast charge, only the distance from the first leg applies.
Driving Profile
Start with a fully charged battery
Drive until 10% battery charge is reached (leg 1)
Fast charge: 15 minutes
Drive until 10% battery charge is reached (leg 2)
Assumptions
Speed, climate, and external conditions based on Real Range Highway
No time required for starting and stopping the charging session
The charger can always supply the charging power requested by the vehicle
The battery is in optimal condition
In practice, it is impossible to exactly meet the driving profile and assumptions. The benchmark is therefore only suitable for comparing vehicles under standardized conditions.
5-Star Rating
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The 1-Stop Range describes the distance the vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop. To clearly show the impact of temperature, the 1-Stop Range is determined for three weather conditions. These weather conditions are identical to those in the Real Range benchmark. The 1-Stop Range under average conditions determines the number of stars awarded. The star rating provides a quick way to assess whether a car is suitable for long trips compared to other cars.
Assignment of Stars in 2026
0
less than 124 mi (200 km)
1
from 124 mi (200 km) to 202 mi (325 km)
2
from 202 mi (325 km) to 280 mi (450 km)
3
from 280 mi (450 km) to 357 mi (575 km)
4
from 357 mi (575 km) to 435 mi (700 km)
5
more than 435 mi (700 km)
Star ratings are based on thresholds in kilometers. Mile values shown for reference.
Vehicles with a result between these threshold values receive a rating based on a linear scale. Haalf stars are possible.
Revision of Rating
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Annual Revision
The technology of electric cars is developing rapidly. To ensure that the rating remains relevant, the threshold values are evaluated annually. These threshold values apply to all vehicles, including used vehicles. This makes it possible to compare each car against each other based on the current state of technology.
1-Stop Range
The underlying 1-Stop Range is not revised annually. The total distance that a specific vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop remains the same. If the vehicle itself receives an update that changes the 1-Stop Range, then this change will also be reflected in the rating.
BMW i3 40 xDrive
4.5 / 5
0
1
2
3
4
5
303 mi
4h 26min
15 min
197 mi
2h 53min
261 mi
3h 49min
15 min
170 mi
2h 29min
431 mi
(6h 33min)
229 mi
3h 21min
15 min
149 mi
2h 11min
378 mi
(5h 47min)
0 mi
100
200
300
400
500
Mild Weather
500 mi
1-Stop Range
Average Conditions
431 mi
1-Stop Range
Cold Weather
378 mi
1-Stop Range
All about the BMW i3 40 xDrive
Pricing
The BMW i3 40 xDrive has an On The Road Price (OTR) of £47,925. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The BMW i3 40 xDrive is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the BMW i3 40 xDrive is 275 kW (369 hp). The maximum torque is 384 lb-ft. The BMW i3 40 xDrive is all wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 5.4 seconds. The top speed is 124 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the BMW i3 40 xDrive has an estimated total capacity of 87.5 kWh. The usable capacity is 82.8 kWh. An estimated range of about 345 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 255 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 500 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 9 hours. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13 hours 15 minutes and a charge rate of 26 mph. An optional on-board charger with a maximum power of 22.0 kW is available. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 4 hours 30 minutes. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 42 hours 30 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 300 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 170 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 25 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 240 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BMW i3 40 xDrive is about 240 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 169 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 325 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 166 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The BMW i3 40 xDrive emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from BMW
The link below will open the page of the i3 on the official BMW site.
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