Among the 4 compacts plug-in hybrid 2017–2021, the 225xe iPerformance ranks Electric WLTP range (41 km, behind the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid), Combined range (634 km, behind the Bmw 225xe), Thermal cons. estimated (6.1 L/100, behind the Bmw 225xe), 0–100 km/h (6.7 s, behind the DS DS4 E-Tense 300 4WD).
F44 · GENERATION 2019 → · COMPACT
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225xe iPerformance
224 hp, 41 km electric range, 6,7 s 0-100 : among the 4 compacts plug-in hybrid 2017–2021, the 225xe iPerformance ranks Electric WLTP range, Combined range, Thermal cons. estimated, 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
224hp
385 Nm · 88 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.7s
VMax 202 km/h
Total range
634km
of which 41 km elec
Battery + Tank
7.7kWh
+ 36 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 225xe iPerformance
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 3 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,499 cm³ |
| Puissance électrique | 88 hp |
| Combined power | 224 hp |
| Couple | 385 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 6 rapports Automatique |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 7.7 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 41 km |
| Charge AC max | 13.7 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 18.8 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 2.5 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 6.1 L/100km |
| Tank | 36 L |
| EV range motorway | 33 km |
| Total range motorway | 634 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 6,7 s |
| VMax | 202 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,354 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,556 mm |
| Boot | 400 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,605 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 57 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 4 compacts plug-in hybrid, the 225xe iPerformance combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use, a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 225xe iPerformance through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
compact plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: Combined range (634 km), 0–100 km/h (6.7 s).
Less suitable for
Regular long motorway trips. Beyond the 41 km EV range, the car runs on pure combustion. On trips >300 km weekly, a BEV or HEV would be more relevant.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid (1st with 67 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Bmw 225xe (1st with 743 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 41 km pure electric
With a full battery, the 225xe iPerformance drives in pure electric mode for the first 41 km WLTP - placing it Electric WLTP range, behind the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid (67 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 225xe iPerformance behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the 225xe iPerformance stands against compacts plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 4 compacts plug-in hybrid marketed between 2017–2021.
Electric WLTP range4e / 4
41 km
Min 41 km · Bmw 225xe iPerformanceMax 67 km · Cupra Leon e-Hybrid
Combined range2e / 4
634 km
Min 60 km · DS DS4 E-Tense 300 4WDMax 743 km · Bmw 225xe
Thermal cons. estimated3e / 4
6.07 L/100
Min 6.38 L/100 · Cupra Leon e-HybridMax 5.21 L/100 · Bmw 225xe
0–100 km/h2e / 4
6,7 s
Min 7,5 s · Cupra Leon e-HybridMax 5,6 s · DS DS4 E-Tense 300 4WD
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A3 allstreet204 hp · 0-100 7.4 s
A3 Sportback TFSI e 150 kW204 hp · 0-100 7.4 s
A3 Sportback TFSI e 200 kW272 hp · 0-100 6.3 s
A3 Sportback TFSI S tronic 110 kW MHEV150 hp · 0-100 8.1 s
Cross-energy alternatives
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Model family
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 225xe iPerformance: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
41 km WLTP announced - making it the autonomie du segment out of 4 models. The reference is the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid (67 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Cupra Leon e-Hybrid leads in Electric WLTP range (67 km vs 41 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 225xe iPerformance vs Cupra Leon e-Hybrid duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.