For those drivers looking for an electric vehicle that offers both luxury and practicality, the 2017 BMW i3 is your best bet. The small electric vehicle, or EV, offers agile handling, impressive acceleration, and a comfortable and refined interior. For the 2017 model year, the BMW EV offers a larger battery that offers more range. Keep reading to find out more!
The 2017 BMW i3 is a four-door hatchback model that offers seating for up to four passengers. It is offered in three trim levels: base and Range Extender, which offer the new and larger battery, and 60 Ah, which carries over last year’s model’s smaller battery. The base comes powered by a 33-kWh battery that provides up to 114 miles of estimated range. The Range Extender gets the same battery, as well as a range-extending 0.6-liter two-cylinder gasoline generator.
Drivers appreciate the 2017 BMW i3 not only for its efficient performance, but also for its available features and options. The 60 Ah is powered by a 22-kilowatt-hour battery, 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, rear parking sensors, Level 3 DC fast-charging capability, automatic climate control, heated front seats, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and the BMW brand’s basic Business navigation system with a 6.5-inch display screen. The base model gets the larger battery in addition to those same features as well as keyless ignition and entry, and enhanced navigation. All models can be equipped with the Technology + Driving Assistant package that offers advanced navigation with a widescreen display, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and more. The Parking Assistant package offers rearview camera, front parking sensors, and automated parking.
To find out about all the available packages and standalone features, head on down to your BMW dealership near Chicago, IL, Fields BMW Northfield, to speak to a member of our team today!