BMW's 2014 i3 EV Hatchback
The i3 BEV offers an EPA-rated 137 MPGe city and 111 MPGe highway.
The i3 uses "coach doors" and doesn't need a B-pillar.
The base model i3 interior uses SensaTec vinyl and sustainable cloth sourced from recycled materials. Leather replaces these materials in the higher trim levels.
The vehicle can accomodate two rear-seat passengers.
The leather-trimmed steering wheel included controls for the infotainment system. The shifter is easily accessible.
The Giga World i3 gets 20-inch alloy wheels.
The i3 is a five-door hatchback that may appeal to fleet drivers with high-tech companies wanting to present a green image.
The i3 gets BMW's trandmark "kidney grille" design without air intake vents.
A front compartment allows the driver stow the charging cable while operating the vehicle.
The BMW i3 is 157.4 inches long, 69.9 inches wide, and 62.1 inches tall.
A 5.5-inch digital display provides data about operating modes, speed, and charge level.
The BMW Business Navigation system displays a variety of info on a 6.5-inch high-resolution screen. An iDrive controller is mounted to the center console.
The rear compartment provides 36.9 cubic feet of cargo space, enough for a regular-size piece of luggage.
BMW offers three trim levels, including Mega World, Giga World (shown here), and Tera World.