BMW 225xe

Plug-in hybridcompactGENERATION F44, 2021

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
220 hp
385 Nm, dont 95 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.7 s
VMax 202 km/h
Total range
743 km
of which 52 km elec
Battery + Tank
9.3 kWh
+ 36 L tank

Full specifications

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
Electric power
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
EV cons. WLTP
17.9 kWh/100 km
Petrol cons. WLTP
1.7 L/100 km
ICE consumption
5.2 L/100 km
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.

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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.

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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.

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 · DS4 E-Tense 300 4WD

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BMW 225xe: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the 225xe rank in its segment?

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 DS4 E-Tense 300 4WD).

What is the électrique range of the 225xe?

52 km WLTP announced - making it the 9th of 10 in Electric WLTP range out of 10 models. The reference is the Cupra Leon VZe (100 km).

How much does the 225xe cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Cupra Leon VZe instead?

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.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

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.