i3 (120 Ah)
170 hp, 359 km range, 7,3 s 0-100 : among the 2 city cars electric 2016–2020, the i3 (120 Ah) ranks WLTP range, 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
170hp
250 Nm · 170 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
7.3s
VMax 150 km/h
Range
359km
WLTP
DC charging
—kW
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Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW i3 (120 Ah)
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | Unknown |
| Puissance électrique | 170 hp |
| Combined power | 170 hp |
| Couple | 250 Nm |
| Gearbox | Torque Converter Automatic |
| Transmission | RWD |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 37.9 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 359 km |
| Charge AC max | 50 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 13,1 kWh/100km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,3 s |
| VMax | 150 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,011 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,598 mm |
| Boot | 260 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,270 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 0 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 2 city cars electric, the i3 (120 Ah) ranks in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
city car electric among the best in segment: 0–100 km/h (7.3 s).
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is WLTP range, the Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 (1st with 395 km) takes the lead.
Real-world range: 359 km WLTP (WLTP range)
The i3 (120 Ah) offers 359 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 (395 km).
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 →Duel against a rival
Calibrated drag race, speed stages, comparative technical analysis.
Start a duel →Segment positioning
Where the i3 (120 Ah) stands against city cars electric
Comparison across 2 city cars electric marketed between 2016–2020.
WLTP range
2eout of 2
0–100 km/h
1eout of 2
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
Cooper E FWD
184 hp · 0-100 7.3 s
Cooper SE FWD
184 hp · 0-100 7.3 s
e-208 156 Phase 2
156 hp · 0-100 8.2 s
5 E-Tech Electric 150
150 hp · 0-100 8.0 s
Cross-energy alternatives
Same needs, different powertrain.
Model family
The full BMW i3 I01 range
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Frequently asked questions
BMW i3 (120 Ah): what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 2 city cars electric 2016–2020, the i3 (120 Ah) ranks WLTP range (359 km, behind the Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50), 0–100 km/h (7.3 s, behind the Bmw i3 (120 Ah)).
359 km WLTP announced — making it the autonomie du segment out of 2 models. The reference is the Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 (395 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 leads in WLTP range (395 km vs 359 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the i3 (120 Ah) vs Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 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.