The BMW i3 120 Ah represented one of the most iconic and forward-thinking electric vehicles when it debuted in 2018. With a usable battery capacity of 37.9kWh and a rear-wheel drive system producing 125kW (170 PS), the i3 offered a practical real-world range of up to 235 km. Though production ended in July 2022, it remains a benchmark for compact electric mobility.
The i3 120 Ah delivered efficiency, urban versatility, and unique styling, alongside decent acceleration (0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds) and sustainability-minded engineering.
BMW i3 120 Ah – Full Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Production | Oct 2018 – Jul 2022 (UK, NL, DE) |
| Price (last known) | UK: £33,805 Netherlands: €39,939 Germany: €39,000 |
| Performance | 125 kW (170 PS) RWD 250 Nm torque 0–100 km/h in 7.3 sec Top speed: 150 km/h |
| Battery | 42.2 kWh nominal / 37.9 kWh usable NCM622, 400V architecture |
| Range | Real: 165–360 km Average: 235 km WLTP: 308 km NEDC: 359 km |
| Consumption | 161 Wh/km real-world 153 Wh/km WLTP 131 Wh/km NEDC |
| AC Charging | Type 2 (Right rear) 11 kW – 0–100% in 4h15m |
| DC Charging | CCS (Right rear) Max 49 kW – 10–80% in 36 min |
| Charging Speed | AC: 58 km/h DC: 270 km/h |
| Long-Distance Suitability | 1-Stop Range: 222 km 15-min stop adds ~54–63 km |
| Body | 5-door hatchback (4 seats) |
| Dimensions | L: 4011 mm W: 1775 mm H: 1598 mm Wheelbase: 2570 mm |
| Weight | Unladen: 1345 kg Gross: 1710 kg Payload: 440 kg |
| Cargo Volume | Rear: 260 L / Max: 1100 L Frunk: No |
| Seats | 4 (2 Isofix seats) |
| Turning Circle | 9.9 m |
| Drive & Suspension | Rear-wheel drive Independent suspension system |
| Heat Pump | Optional |
| Towing Capacity | Not available |
| V2X Support | Not supported (no V2L, V2G, V2H) |
| Platform | i3 custom platform (not EV-dedicated in modern terms) |
| Predecessor | BMW i3 94 Ah (2017–2018) |
Though discontinued, the BMW i3 120 Ah is still appreciated by EV enthusiasts for its lightweight agility, innovative design, and sustainable materials.
