The expansion of electric mobility has taken the world by storm. Due to depleting fuel resources and increasing carbon emissions, the automotive industry has also picked sustainable alternatives. Electric cars are one such option. That said, BMW which is one of the renowned luxury vehicle companies has also introduced all-electric vehicles that feature sustainability, high performance and advanced technology.
We have put together the details of popular BMW electric cars.
BMW Electric Car Lineup
An interesting fact about BMW is that it was the first auto brand to launch an electric car called BMW 1602e. This promoted the vision to put forward vehicles that incorporated both sustainability and speed.
In 2011, BMW launched the BMW I brand with the motto “ Born Electric”. The BMW iX and BMW iX1 were launched as the frontrunners of the electric car line-up. From then onwards, the BMW electric group introduced EVs that gained ground because of innovation.
Let’s go through the current electric cars by BMW.
BMW iX
The fully electric AWD, BMW iX is the first of the brand’s electric car lineup. It is a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). It has an aerodynamic design that gives a drag coefficient of 0.25 and an energy consumption of 23kW/h.
The BMW iX xDrive 50 offers a range of 630 km with an output power of 523 hp. It offers step-less acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. Meanwhile, the BMW iX xDrive40 has a 425 km range with a power of 326 hp. It propels from 0 to 100 km in 6.1 seconds.
The BMW iX has a varying range of charging times for both trims. You can plug the vehicle at home into a BMW Wallbox or a charging station such as DEWA EV green chargers in Dubai and other Emirates.
Charging at home:
- The BMW iX xDrive50 requires 1 hour 25 minutes for a 100 km range.
- The BMW iX xDrive40 requires 1 hour 23 minutes for a 100 km range.
For charging at high-power charging stations:
- The BMW iX xDrive50 can be charged to a 150 km range in 10 minutes with a supercharger.
- The BMW iX xDrive40 can be charged to a 95 km range in 10 minutes with a supercharger.
It is provided that both vehicles have an initial charge of 10% before recharge.
The features of the all-new BMW electric car iX are both comfortable and practical. The iX Shy Tech Concept infuses technology in both the exterior and interior. For instance, the front grille comes equipped with sensor technology.
The interior design has a minimalist pattern with a large BMW curved display and lounge seats. The exterior adorns a futuristic “ Streamflow” design with narrow twin headlights and frameless doors.
The use of recycled and natural materials such as floor mats makes the car a sustainable top pick. It has a rate lower than 45% of greenhouse gas emissions. You can go through these used BMW iX models for sale in the UAE if you wish to avail the above-mentioned features and add this vehicle to your collection.
BMW iX1
The BMW iX1xDrive30 has a range of up to 440 km. It can be recharged to a 120 km range in 10 minutes with a supercharger. When plugged into a BMW Wallbox, it requires 1 hour and 19 minutes to be charged to a 100 km range.
The exterior houses a distinctive look with a squared grille and slim LED headlights. The interior has a modern central console and an integrated wireless charging tray. Moreover, the curved and frameless BMW curved display is equipped with BMW iDrive.
BMW iX3
The BMW electric car iX3 has the performance and efficiency of the fifth generation of the BMW eDrive technology. With an adaptive M suspension system, it provides a comfortable ride and agile handling.
Its electricity consumption starts at 18.5 kWh/100km. This BMW electric car has a range of 460 km. The BMW iX3 has a charging capacity of 150 kW. It can be charged up to 80% of its capacity in 34 minutes at high-power charging stations. Moreover, it can be topped to a 100 km range in only 10 minutes with a supercharger.
The exterior exhibits the famous BMW kidney grille and horizontally arranged headlights. The car comes with 20-inch redesigned aerodynamic wheels iBlue inserts and a diffuser.
The interior is adorned with leatherette upholstery and pearl chrome interior trims. The BMW iX3 has many advanced features such as Remote Software Updates, a BMW Drive Recorder and a High-beam assistant.
BMW i4
The BMW electric car is among the popular EVs with long ranges. The BMW i4 eDrive40 reaches a range of 591 km with 20 to 16 kWh/100km of energy consumption. When connected to a BMW Wallbox, it takes 1 hour and 12 minutes to reach its maximum capacity. However, it takes only 31 minutes to go from 10% to 80% charge when plugged into 200kW of charging power.
The exterior features a long wheelbase with short overhangs and a lower roofline. The rear features a typical BMW I blue trim frame. The interior offers seating for five. It comes equipped with a 14.9-inch infotainment system and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.
The BMW i4 has three grades and the following features:
Essence comes equipped with a BMW laser light, parking assistant and comfort access system.
Balance is a Model M Sport with a Driving Assistant Professional and Parking Assistant Plus.
Signature is a BMW i4 M50 which features a surround system and electric glass roof.
BMW i7
The BMW i7 has an electric range of 625 km with a power of 544 hp and 745 Nm torque. It also has a low consumption of only 18.4-19.6 kWh/100 km. It takes 1 hour 22 minutes to charge to a 100 km range when charging your EV at home. In the case of a high-charging point, it can top up from 10 to 80% with 195 kW in only 34 minutes.
The exterior is highlighted by an illuminated contour radiator grille. The narrow L-shaped rear lights and the blue chrome strip complete the overall look.
In addition to this, the interior comes with a multifunctional Interaction Bar and a 15-inch BMW curved display. The rear doors are integrated with 5.5-inch touchscreens. There is also a 31.3-inch BMW Theatre Screen in the rear seating. You can explore the all-new BMW i7 M70 xDrive model offering a sporty appearance, powerful performance and a sophisticated interior. It is one of the electric sports cars available in the UAE.
This is all on BMW electric cars and their configurations. From being environmentally friendly to the latest technology advancements, these cars tick all the boxes. Besides, BMW has also introduced an all-electric self-driving car BMW Vision iNext Concept to improve customers’ driving experience.
You can find these electric cars in the plethora of used BMWs in the UAE and select a vehicle of your preference.
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