- On sale
- 2 variants
- Medium car
BMW i3
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$96,900to $112,900 RRP before on-road costs
The BMW i3 is an electric medium car on sale in Australia since 2027. Two variants are available: 40 xDrive and 50 xDrive. Prices run from $96,900 to $112,900 before on-road costs. WLTP range runs from 710 km on the 40 xDrive to 912 km on the 50 xDrive, from batteries of 87.5 to 113.4 kWh.
BMW i3 variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
Compare the i3 variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | 40 xDrive | 50 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $96,900 | $112,900 |
| Range (WLTP) | 710 km | 912 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 685 km | 879 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 618 km | 793 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 87.5 kWh (82.6) NMC | 113.4 kWh (108.7) NMC |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 400 kW · 21 min | 400 kW · 21 min |
| AC charging (max) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Power | 300 kW | 345 kW |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.4 s | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot (seats up) | 420 L | 420 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,800 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,050 kg | 2,150 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
50 xDrive vs 40 xDrive
Costs $16,000 more and adds 202 km of WLTP range and 45 kW. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
BMW i3 range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
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Every variant takes 11 kW AC at home.
| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 xDrive | 11 kW | 8 hrs | 400 kW | 21 min | Charging guide → |
| 50 xDrive | 11 kW | 11 hrs 45 mins | 400 kW | 21 min | Charging guide → |
i3 size, boot space and towing
Every variant shares the same body.
| Spec | 40 xDrive | 50 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length × width × height | 4,760 × 1,865 × 1,480 mm | 4,760 × 1,865 × 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,897 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 12.2 m |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 420 L | 420 L |
| Frunk | 31 L | 31 L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 1,800 / 750 kg | 1,800 / 750 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,050 kg | 2,150 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 5 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 5 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km |
Lease the i3 from your pre-tax salary
Every variant is over the $91,387 LCT threshold, so FBT applies. See your weekly cost before you talk to a provider.
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How the 40 xDrive ranks
Range (WLTP)
1st of 3
710 km
Price
1st of 3
$96,900
Power
1st of 3
300 kW
Boot space
2nd of 3
420 L
DC charging
1st of 3
400 kW
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BMW i3 FAQs
710 to 912 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 685 to 879 km in mixed real-world driving.
The 50 xDrive costs $16,000 more and adds 202 km of WLTP range and 45 kW. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
About 8 to 11.8 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 21 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
No. Every variant is priced over the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so none qualifies for the FBT exemption.
The boot holds 420 litres with the rear seats up and it can tow up to 1,800 kg braked.
5 seats.
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