- New 120Ah, 42.2 kWh battery offers up to a 153 mile electric range.
- Production begins November 2018.
Woodcliff Lake – Sept 28, 2018…Today, BMW announces
the next chapter in the i3 story of electromobility; the new 2019 i3
and i3s with 120 Ah batteries. Since its launch in 2014, the battery
capacity and range of the i3 has grown from the original 60Ah / 81
miles to 94Ah / 115 miles in 2017 and now 120Ah for 2019. With the
high voltage battery cell capacity increased to 120 ampere hours (Ah)
and a gross energy content of 42.2 kilowatt hours (kWh), the new
generation of high-voltage batteries enables the BMW i3 120 Ah and the
BMW i3s 120Ah to achieve a range of up to 153 miles, nearly a 30%
improvement from the 94 Ah model and almost double its original range.
The 2019 i3 REX model range is expected to be similarly improved,
pending EPA certification.
The BMW i3 is a visionary electric vehicle and an inspirational
design that has helped to make BMW i so popular through its innovative
mobility solutions with sustainability as a key defining element. The
BMW i brand has established itself as a pioneer for forward-thinking
mobility by offering such products while also adopting an
all-embracing approach that takes into account the complete lifecycle,
from raw material production, through the manufacture and operation of
the vehicles to their later recycling.
Complementing the introduction of the new battery, a new exterior
color, a new color for the optional Mega World upholstery and full LED
headlights with cornering lights and automatic high beams, are also
available for the BMW i3 and BMW i3s. iDrive 6.0, previously available
only with the optional Navigation Professional, is now featured on the
standard navigation system. Additionally, a Wi-Fi hotspot and wireless
charging tray for your personal mobile devices is available for the
first time. The WiFi hotspot accommodates up to 10 devices and comes
free with a 3 month or 3 GB trial offer.
New generation battery development: increased energy
The BMW eDrive technology enables drivers to enjoy emission-free
mobility with instantaneous power delivery, efficient use of energy
and an optimized range for everyday practicality that even extends
beyond the demands of purely urban travel.
Like the electric motors, the high-voltage batteries are an integral
part of the BMW eDrive technology used in BMW i automobiles and
developed in-house the BMW Group. Based on research and development
work conducted in close cooperation with the manufacturer of the
individual battery cells, constant improvements to the battery packs’
power output, vehicle range, safety and durability have been achieved.
Installed low in the floor of the vehicle, the new high-voltage
battery is produced at the BMW plant in Dingolfing and consists of
eight modules, each with twelve storage cells: the latest cell
capacity of 120Ah along with a gross energy content of 42.2kWh. The
exterior dimensions of the battery pack remain unchanged. When
launched in 2014, the i3’s battery pack provided 60 Ah and 22.6kWh,
while the second-generation battery introduced for 2017 offered a
capacity of 94Ah and 33kWh.
The BMW i3, powered by a 170 hp electric motor, accelerates from 0 to
60 mph in 7.2 seconds, while the BMW i3s with 181 hp completes the
standard sprint in 6.8 seconds. The two models set the benchmark for
sporty performance within their vehicle segment.
With its battery capacity increased to 42.2kWh, the latest version of
the BMW i3 follows the brand's holistic concept; a responsible use of
resources including not only locally emissions-free power but also
material selection, production techniques and available mobility
services. The BMW i3 120Ah and the BMW i3s 120Ah have a much more
favorable CO2 footprint across the entire vehicle lifecycle – from raw
material extraction and manufacture through to use and recycling – and
this makes for significantly lower global warming potential than is
the case with comparable, conventionally powered automobiles.
Design and Interior: great sense of roominess, sustainable materials.
The interior styling of the new BMW i3 and BMW i3s is rooted in
the LifeDrive vehicle architecture. The carbon fiber-reinforced
plastic (CFRP) passenger cell has a wonderfully spacious feel about it
and is dominated by a sense of lightness. The design principle of the
two four-seater models means there is no need for either fixed
B-pillars or a transmission tunnel. Doors that open in opposite
directions allow the occupants to get in and out with the greatest of ease.
New for 2019 exterior color choices is Jucaro Beige Metallic w/
Frozen Grey accents which replaces the outgoing Protonic Blue Metallic
w/Frozen Grey accent.
Interior trim changes include Mega World now offering Electronic
Brown Trim and Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec with Brown Cloth
highlights. Tera World now includes higher quality Tera Dark Truffle
Vernasca Leather. The BMW i3 and BMW i3s apply the concept of
sustainability throughout, as other materials used are recycled
plastics, renewable raw materials, natural fibers and open-pored,
unbleached eucalyptus wood. Over 80 percent of the surfaces visible to
the passengers are made from recycled materials or renewable
resources. The available seat belts in BMW i Blue for the BMW i3s
provide a splash of color in the interior.
Connectivity and Driver Assistance Systems.
BMW Connected bolsters the link between the i3 and the digital
experience. Remote Services allow you to check if your windows are
closed and doors are locked. You can also precondition the climate of
the i3 for a comfortable temperature before your departure as well as
warming the battery under certain conditions. On the eDrive tab, one
can browse through various efficiency statistics, monitor your
electrical consumption, energy recuperation statistics and observe
your efficiency.
The driver assistance systems available for the 2019 BMW i3 and
BMW i3s ease the driver’s workload and provide support in various
traffic situations, as well as helping with longitudinal and lateral
vehicle control. The optional Technology and Driving Assistance
Package includes LED headlights with cornering lights, Active Driving
Assistant, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Daytime
Pedestrian Protection, Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision
Mitigation, and Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information. ConnectedDrive
Services and front/rear Park Distance Control are now standard
equipment. Parking Assistance is a standalone options for the i3 (not
available on the i3s). Once activated, Parking Assistance scans for
suitable parking spaces and at the press of a button takes control of
acceleration, braking, gear selection and steering to perfectly park
your i3.
Specifications
2019 BMW i3 120Ah
|
|
i3 |
i3 REX |
i3s |
i3s REX |
Seats | -- | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Number of
Doors | -- | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Drive
type | -- | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
Length | inches | 158.3 | 158.3 | 158.1 | 158.1 |
Width | inches | 69.9 | 69.9 | 70.5 | 70.5 |
Height | inches | 62.9 | 62.9 | 62.6 | 62.6 |
Width including
mirrors | inches | 80.3 | 80.3 | 80.3 | 80.3 |
Wheelbase | inches | 101.2 | 101.2 | 101.2 | 101.2 |
Ground
clearance | inches | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Turning
radius | feet | 16.2 | 16.2 | 16.9 | 16.9 |
Shoulder width
front | inches | 53.6 | 53.6 | 53.6 | 53.6 |
Shoulder room
rear | inches | 49.2 | 49.2 | 49.2 | 49.2 |
Legroom
front | inches | 40.5 | 40.5 | 40.5 | 40.5 |
Legroom
rear | inches | 31.9 | 31.9 | 31.9 | 31.9 |
Headroom
front | inches | 39.6 | 39.6 | 39.6 | 39.6 |
Headroom
rear | inches | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
Cargo
volume | ft³ | 15.1 – 36.9 | 15.1 - 36.9 | 15.1 – 36.9 | 15.1 – 36.9 |
Fuel Tank
capacity | gallons | -- | 2.3 | -- | 2.3 |
Curb
weight | lbs. | 2,965 | 3,269 | 3,034 | 3,302 |
Gross vehicle
weight | lbs. | 3,907 | 3,960 | 3,907 | 3,960 |
Payload | lbs. | 814 | 627 | 814 | 627 |
| | | | | |
Electrical
Machine motor type | | Traction | Traction | Traction | Traction |
Engine | | IB1 | IB1 | IB1 | IB1 |
Engine
configuration | | synchro | synchro | synchro | synchro |
Peak
Power | hp | 170 | 170 | 181 | 181 |
Maximum
torque | lb-ft. | 184 | 184 | 199 | 199 |
| | | | | |
Gasoline
generator type | -- | -- | W20 | -- | W20 |
Cylinders | -- | -- | 2 | -- | 2 |
Valves per
cylinder | -- | -- | 4 | -- | 4 |
Stroke | mm | -- | 79 | -- | 79 |
Bore | mm | -- | 66 | -- | 66 |
Displacement | cm³ | -- | 647 | -- | 647 |
Compression
rate | :1 | -- | 10.6 | -- | 10.6 |
Engine
power | hp | -- | 38 | -- | 38 |
at
rpm | 1/min | -- | 5,000 | -- | 5,000 |
Engine
torque | Lb-ft. | -- | 41 | -- | 41 |
at
rpm | 1/min | -- | 4,500 | -- | 4,500 |
Fuel
type | -- | -- | Gasoline | -- | Gasoline |
Recommended
Fuel | -- | -- | Regular | -- | Regular |
Engine oil
capacity | quarts | -- | 2.7 | -- | 2.7 |
| | | | | |
Transmission
type | -- | GE1B | GE1B | GE1B | GE1B |
Transmission
type | -- | Auto | Auto | Auto | Auto |
Gear ratio 1st
gear | -- | 9.655 | 9.655 | 9.655 | 9.655 |
| | | | | |
Battery
capacity (low voltage) | Ah | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
System voltage
(low voltage) | V | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Battery
capacity (high voltage) | Ah | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
System voltage
(high voltage) | V | 352 | 352 | 352 | 352 |
Battery type,
high voltage | | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
Gross battery
content, high voltage | kWh | 42.2 | 42.2 | 42.2 | 42.2 |
Net battery
content, high voltage | kWh | 37.9 | 37.9 | 37.9 | 37.9 |
Charging Level
1 AC | kW | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
Charging Level
2 AC | kW | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
DC Charging
Combo | kW | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Charging time
Level 2 (0-80%) | hrs | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
Charging time
Level 2 (0-100%) | hrs | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Charging time
DC (0-80%) | hrs | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
Charging time
DC (0-100%) | hrs | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| | | | | |
Steering
ratio | :1 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
Recuperation
power | kW | up to 50 | up to 50 | up to 50 | up to 50 |
| | | | | |
Tires 19”
standard front | -- | 155/70R19 | 155/70R19 | -- | -- |
Tires 19”
standard rear | -- | 155/70R19 | 175/60R19 | -- | -- |
Wheels 19”
front & rear | inches | 5J x 19 | 5 / 5.5 x 19 | | |
Tires 20”
standard front | | -- | -- | 175/55R20 | 175/55R20 |
Tires 20”
standard rear | | -- | -- | 195/50R20 | 195/50R20 |
Wheels 20”
front | inches | -- | -- | 5.5J
x 20 | 5.5J x 20 |
Wheels 20”
rear | inches | -- | -- | 6.0J
x 20 | 6.0J x 20 |
| | | | | |
Track,
front | inches | 61.9 | 61.9 | 62.7 | 62.7 |
Rear,
track | inches | 62.0 | 61.3 | 62.1 | 62.1 |
Cx | -- | 0.29 | 0.30 | 0.30 | 0.31 |
0-60
mph | seconds | 7.2 | 8.0 | 6.8 | 7.6 |
Top
speed | mph | 93 | 93 | 99 | 99 |
| | | | | |
Electric range,
up to | miles | 153 | 153 | 153 | 153 |
Range extender
range, up to | miles | -- | tba | -- | tba |
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since
1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in
2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include
marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW
brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy
based in California; technology offices in Silicon Valley and Chicago,
and various other operations throughout the country. BMW
Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group global
center of competence for BMW X models and manufactures the X3, X4, X5,
and X6 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization is
represented in the U.S. through networks of 346 BMW passenger car and
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 153 BMW motorcycle retailers, 127
MINI passenger car dealers, and 36 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW
(US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North
America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
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