BMW i3s

ElectriccompactGENERATION I01, 2018

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

Power
184 hp
270 Nm, dont 184 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.9 s
VMax 160 km/h
Range
330 km
WLTP
DC charging
-

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Puissance électrique
184 hp
Combined power
184 hp
Couple
270 Nm
Gearbox
Mono-rapport Automatique
Transmission
Propulsion

Battery and charging

Battery capacity
37.9 kWh
Range WLTP
330 km
Charge AC max
50 kW
Conso élec WLTP
14.6 kWh/100 km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
6,9 s
VMax
160 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length
4,006 mm
Wheelbase
2,570 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
1,590 mm
Boot
260 L
Kerb weight
1,290 kg
Cd
0.3
CO₂ WLTP
0 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 2 compacts electric, the i3s ranks in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

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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 offers 330 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the BMW i3s (330 km).

Where the i3s stands against compacts electric

Comparison across 2 compacts electric marketed between 2016–2020.
WLTP range1e / 2
330 km
Min 270 km · Nissan Leaf 40kWh ZE1Max 330 km · BMW i3s
0–100 km/h1e / 2
6,9 s
Min 7,9 s · Nissan Leaf 40kWh ZE1Max 6,9 s · BMW i3s

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

The full BMW i3 I01 range

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

Other versions of the I01

Popular duels involving the i3s

Continue with the BMW i3s

The same car, from other angles.

BMW i3s: 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 rank in its segment?

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

What is the WLTP range of the i3s?

330 km WLTP announced - making it the autonomie du segment out of 2 models. The reference is the BMW i3s (330 km).

How much does the i3s 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.