Among the 11 saloons plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 320e ranks 4th of 10 in Electric WLTP range (52 km, behind the Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245), 1st of 10 in Combined range (777 km, behind the Bmw 320e), 2nd of 11 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.5 L/100, behind the Citroen C5 X Hybrid 225), 8th of 11 in 0–100 km/h (7.6 s, behind the Volvo S60 T8 AWD Recharge).
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BMWPHEV
320e
204 hp, 52 km electric range, 7,6 s 0-100 : among the 11 saloons plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 320e ranks 4th of 10 in Electric WLTP range, 1st of 10 in Combined range, 2nd of 11 in Thermal cons. estimated, 8th of 11 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
204hp
350 Nm · 113 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
7.6s
VMax 220 km/h
Total range
777km
of which 52 km elec
Battery + Tank
11.2kWh
+ 40 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 320e
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Displacement | 1,998 cm³ |
| Puissance électrique | 113 hp |
| Combined power | 204 hp |
| Couple | 350 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 11.2 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 52 km |
| Conso élec WLTP | 14.8 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 1.8 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 5.5 L/100km |
| Tank | 40 L |
| EV range motorway | 61 km |
| Total range motorway | 777 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,6 s |
| VMax | 220 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,709 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,851 mm |
| Width | 1,827 mm |
| Height | 1,444 mm |
| Boot | 375 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,765 kg |
| Cd | 0.25 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 41 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 11 saloons plug-in hybrid, the 320e combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (top 4 in segment), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 320e through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
saloon plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 4th of 10 in Electric WLTP range (52 km), 1st of 10 in Combined range (777 km), 2nd of 11 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.5 L/100).
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245 (1st with 70 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Thermal cons. estimated, the Citroen C5 X Hybrid 225 (1st with 5.5 L/100) takes the lead.
In the city: 52 km pure electric (top 4 in segment)
With a full battery, the 320e drives in pure electric mode for the first 52 km WLTP — placing it 4th of 10 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245 (70 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 320e 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 320e stands against saloons plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 11 saloons plug-in hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.
Electric WLTP range4e / 10
52 km
Min 46 km · Bmw 320e xDrive TouringMax 70 km · Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245
Combined range1e / 10
777 km
Min 64 km · Volvo S60 T8 AWD RechargeMax 777 km · Bmw 320e
Thermal cons. estimated2e / 11
5.52 L/100
Min 8.4 L/100 · Volvo S60 T8 AWD RechargeMax 5.5 L/100 · Citroen C5 X Hybrid 225
0–100 km/h8e / 11
7,6 s
Min 8,2 s · Bmw 320e xDrive TouringMax 4,2 s · Volvo S60 T8 AWD Recharge
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
V60 B5 AWD Geartronic253 hp · 0-100 6.7 s
A5 Avant e-hybrid quattro 220 kW299 hp · 0-100 5.9 s
A5 Limousine e-hybrid quattro 220 kW299 hp · 0-100 5.9 s
A5 Avant e-hybrid quattro 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 5.1 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 320e: 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 4th of 10 in autonomie du segment out of 10 models. The reference is the Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245 (70 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245 leads in Electric WLTP range (70 km vs 52 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 320e vs Skoda Octavia iV 1.4 TSI e-TEC PHEV 245 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.