The BMW I3 has been with us since 2013 (60AH) and now BMW have now updated the battery with the latest battery technology. The new I3 (94AH) battery generates an output of 170hp and can go from 0 to 62mph in 7.3 seconds. By optimising the lithium-ion cells used in the battery, the new I3 now delivers an improved range of up to 195 miles in everyday conditions.

BMW I3 batteries

Included on every new BMW I3 is a 8-year or 100,000 mile warranty on the battery.
Prices start at £27,830 (with £4,500 Government grant) and is available from July 2016.

BMW I3 side doors open  BMW I3 dash

We Blog Any Car thoughts……..

With the range improving this soon could be a company car dream car.

If you choose the I3 with the range extender, the I3 is capable of achieving 276 miles with CO2 Emissions figure of only 12
g/km.

Prices for the I3 Range Extender start from £30,980 (With £4,500 OLEV Government grant).

Just a thought for you company car drivers.

 

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