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BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2017
Price USA (new)
Manufacturer's suggested base price
$63,900
Price USA (used)
Estimated pre-owned price
$20,685
In 2017 this car was replaced by: BMW i3 BEV 94 Ah

Trims

Discontinued
BEV 60 Ah BEV 94 Ah BEV 120 Ah

BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

Photo of BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (1 slide)

Technical Specifications of BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2017
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
Germany
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
81 mi
Range NEDC
Range according to NEDC ratings. NEDC is an old standard, replaced by WLTP after September 2018.
118 mi
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
23.2 kWh 232 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
21.6 kWh 18.8 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
7.4 kW 47 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 1
CCS Type 1 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
RWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
168 hp (125 kW) 184 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
7.2 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
93 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
157.4 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
69.9 in 69.9 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
62.1 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
101.2 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
4
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
2634 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
9.2 ft3 38.8 ft3 No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light area: Round trip
  • Dark area: One-way trip
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
06 h 58 min (~7 mph)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 13 min (~9 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 37 min (~19 mph)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 44 min (~28 mph)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 42 min (~29 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (7.4 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 42 min (~29 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (7.4 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split (75 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

Supercharger V2 (150 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)

Supercharger V3 (250 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~172 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (47 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah is an all-electric rear-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2013. BMW stopped making the BEV 60 Ah in 2017 and replaced it with the BMW i3 BEV 94 Ah. You can still find BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah on the used car market, with prices starting around $20,685.

The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah has a 21.6 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 85 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 22.1 kWh per 100 miles (or 221 Wh/mile) — ranked №536 out of 566 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 125 kW (168 hp) of power and 184 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 7.2 seconds (ranked â„–326 out of 572 electric vehicles) and a top speed of 93 mph.

Real-world range of BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah

The real-world range of the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah is 77–94 miles (ranked №542 out of 572 electric vehicles) — depending on several factors, including:

  • Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

Plan your trips using the EV Navigation interactive map.

BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah charge port type?

The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah in the USA comes with a CCS Type 1 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 7.4 kW, resulting in approximately 30 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 47 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

Use our Charging calculator to estimate charging time, rate, and cost.

BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah dimensions and weight?

The size and weight specifications for BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah are as follows:

  • Length: 157.4 in
  • Width: 69.9 in (including side mirrors) or 69.9 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 62.1 in
  • Wheelbase: 101.2 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 2634 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah provides 9.2 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked â„–491 out of 572 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 38.8 cubic feet (ranked â„–491 out of 572 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

3.0

Design

based on 76 votes
Rate Design
2.9

Performance

based on 128 votes
Rate Performance
3.0

Desirability

based on 135 votes
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Safety Ratings

NCAP safety rating
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Compare BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah with Similar Cars

BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah

Discontinued
2017 - 2018
Price (USA)
No Data
EPA Range
107 mi
0-60 mph
6.9 sec
Car Page Car Page

BMW i3 BEV 94 Ah

Discontinued
2017 - 2018
Price (USA)
$18,988
EPA Range
114 mi
0-60 mph
7.3 sec
Car Page Car Page

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EPA
NEDC
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Torque
Power
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