I01 · GENERATION 2018 · COMPACT
BMWBEV

i3s (120 Ah)

184 hp, 330 km range, 6,9 s 0-100 : among the 2 compacts electric 2016–2020, the i3s (120 Ah) ranks WLTP range, 0–100 km/h, behind the only Bmw i3s (120 Ah). Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate41615,000 km · UK mix · home UK £/kWhCustomise →

Power

184hp

270 Nm · 184 hp elec

0 → 100 km/h

6.9s

VMax 160 km/h

Range

330km

WLTP

DC charging

kW

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Full specifications BMW i3s (120 Ah)

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureUnknown
Puissance électrique184 hp
Combined power184 hp
Couple270 Nm
GearboxTorque Converter Automatic
TransmissionRWD

Battery and charging

Battery capacity37.9 kWh
Range WLTP330 km
Charge AC max50 kW
Conso élec WLTP14,6 kWh/100km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h6,9 s
VMax160 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,006 mm
Wheelbase2,570 mm
Width1,791 mm
Height1,590 mm
Boot260 L
Kerb weight1,290 kg
Cd0.3
CO₂ WLTP0 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 2 compacts electric, the i3s (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

compact electric among the best in segment: WLTP range (330 km), 0–100 km/h (6.9 s).

Less suitable for

Long motorway trips without charging planning. With 330 km WLTP (around 231 km in motorway/winter conditions), expect regular charging stops.

Alternatives to consider

No alternative dominates across all segment dimensions.

Real-world range: 330 km WLTP (WLTP range)

The i3s (120 Ah) offers 330 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Bmw i3s (120 Ah) (330 km).

Segment positioning

Where the i3s (120 Ah) stands against compacts electric

Comparison across 2 compacts electric marketed between 2016–2020.

WLTP range

1eout of 2

330 km
Min270 km · Nissan Leaf 40kWh ZE1
Max330 km · Bmw i3s (120 Ah)

0–100 km/h

1eout of 2

6,9 s
Min7,9 s · Nissan Leaf 40kWh ZE1
Max6,9 s · Bmw i3s (120 Ah)

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

Model family

The full BMW i3 I01 range

Generation I01 launched in 2013. Available versions sorted by energy.

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Frequently asked questions

BMW i3s (120 Ah): 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 i3s (120 Ah) rank in its segment?#

Among the 2 compacts electric 2016–2020, the i3s (120 Ah) ranks WLTP range (330 km, behind the Bmw i3s (120 Ah)), 0–100 km/h (6.9 s, behind the Bmw i3s (120 Ah)).

What is the WLTP range of the i3s (120 Ah)?#

330 km WLTP announced — making it the autonomie du segment out of 2 models. The reference is the Bmw i3s (120 Ah) (330 km).

How much does the i3s (120 Ah) cost to run?#

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

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.