BMW i3 0-60 Times
These are the latest BMW i3 0-60 times and 1/4 mile times taken from reputable car magazine sources such as Car and Driver, MotorTrend and Road & Track. There are many reasons why 0-60 times and 1/4 mile times can vary including the driver, weather conditions, wear and tear on the vehicle during test, and more. By giving you a list of all BMW i3 0-60 times and quarter mile times, you can get a general idea of what performance numbers are achievable with BMW i3 for all model years available in our database.
| Trim | Engine | Drive Type | Trans. | 0-60 | 1/4 Mile | MPGe EPA C/H/Observed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW i3 | |||||||
| s Deka World eDrive Hatchback | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.3 sec | 15.0 sec @ 93 mph | 126/99/85 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| s Giga World eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.8 sec | 15.3 sec @ 93 mph | 33/36/82 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| s Giga World eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.9 sec | 15.5 sec @ 90 mph | 33/36/---- MPGe | Motor Week |
2017 BMW i3 | |||||||
| Deka World eDrive Hatchback | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.6 sec | 15.5 sec @ 87 mph | 129/106/111 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| Giga World eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 7.2 sec | 16.0 sec @ 85 mph | ----/----/79 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| Giga World eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender | Elec 33.2-kWh | RWD | 1A | 7.0 sec | 15.8 sec @ 84.7 mph | ----/----/---- MPGe | Motor Trend |
2015 BMW i3 | |||||||
| eDrive Hatchback | Elec 22-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.4 sec | 15.3 sec @ 89 mph | 137/111/---- MPGe | Motor Trend |
| eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender | Elec 22-kWh | RWD | 1A | 7.9 sec | 16.3 sec @ 86 mph | 127/107/---- MPGe | Motor Week |
2014 BMW i3 | |||||||
| eDrive Hatchback | Elec 22-kWh | RWD | 1A | 6.5 sec | 15.3 sec @ 86 mph | 137/111/123 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender (Charge-Depleting Mode) | Elec 22-kWh | RWD | 1A | 7.0 sec | 15.8 sec @ 86 mph | 127/107/60 MPGe | Car and Driver |
| eDrive Hatchback w/Range Extender (Charge-Sustaining Mode) | Elec 22-kWh | RWD | 1A | 7.9 sec | 16.4 sec @ 81 mph | 127/107/60 MPGe | Car and Driver |
Calvin Grier
February 7, 2017 at 8:54 am
I can’t ifnd any information about the Charge Depletion Mode that was used in the 2014 i3 REX testing of 0-60. What is it and where can I find out how to engage it?
Editorial Staff
February 7, 2017 at 9:13 am
Hi Calvin,
The modes are automatically activated based on battery charge. The Charge-Depleting Mode is on when the battery has sufficient charge to power and propel the car. The Charge-Sustaining Mode is activated when the battery percentage drops below a certain point, and that’s when the range extender powerplant comes on and starts generating energy to sustain the battery charge so that it doesn’t go to 0% and turn off.