Among the 10 compacts plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 225xe ranks 9th of 10 in Electric WLTP range (52 km, behind the Cupra Leon VZe), 4th of 10 in Combined range (743 km, behind the Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 e-EAT8), 3rd of 8 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.2 L/100, behind the SEAT Leon e-Hybrid 245 6DSG), 5th of 10 in 0–100 km/h (6.7 s, behind the DS DS4 E-Tense 300 4WD).
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225xe
220 hp, 52 km electric range, 6,7 s 0-100 : among the 10 compacts plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 225xe ranks 9th of 10 in Electric WLTP range, 4th of 10 in Combined range, 3rd of 8 in Thermal cons. estimated, 5th of 10 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
220hp
385 Nm · 95 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.7s
VMax 202 km/h
Total range
743km
of which 52 km elec
Battery + Tank
9.3kWh
+ 36 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 225xe
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 | 95 hp |
| Combined power | 220 hp |
| Couple | 385 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 6 rapports Automatique |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 9.3 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 52 km |
| Charge AC max | 3.7 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 17.9 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 1.7 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 5.2 L/100km |
| Tank | 36 L |
| EV range motorway | 42 km |
| Total range motorway | 743 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 | 1,685 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 39 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 10 compacts plug-in hybrid, the 225xe combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (in the bottom third), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 225xe 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: 4th of 10 in Combined range (743 km), 3rd of 8 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.2 L/100).
Less suitable for
Regular long motorway trips. Beyond the 52 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 VZe (1st with 100 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 e-EAT8 (1st with 954 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 52 km pure electric (in the bottom third)
With a full battery, the 225xe drives in pure electric mode for the first 52 km WLTP - placing it 9th of 10 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Cupra Leon VZe (100 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 225xe 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 stands against compacts plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 10 compacts plug-in hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.
Electric WLTP range9e / 10
52 km
Min 41 km · Bmw 225xe iPerformanceMax 100 km · Cupra Leon VZe
Combined range4e / 10
743 km
Min 60 km · Volkswagen Golf 8 GTEMax 954 km · Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 e-EAT8
Thermal cons. estimated3e / 8
5.21 L/100
Min 11.82 L/100 · Cupra Leon VZeMax 4.81 L/100 · SEAT Leon e-Hybrid 245 6DSG
0–100 km/h5e / 10
6,7 s
Min 7,9 s · Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 e-EAT8Max 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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Frequently asked questions
BMW 225xe: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
52 km WLTP announced - making it the 9th of 10 in autonomie du segment out of 10 models. The reference is the Cupra Leon VZe (100 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 VZe leads in Electric WLTP range (100 km vs 52 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 225xe vs Cupra Leon VZe 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.