2013 BMW i3 is the first luxury electric car in the world, but also one of the most technologically advanced car ever sold.
BMW i3 uses eight lithium-ion batteries, each of which has 12 cells and placed on aluminum frame right at the center of the car. This framework will protect the battery from damage when the accident occurred, and helped a 50:50 weight distribution, so it will improve the control of this car.
Combination battery complete with electric motors with high efficiency, will make only consume energy i3 0.21 kW / h for each mile. It was the same with the cost required for a diesel engine moves at each mile with 400mpg consumption.
Every BMW i3 are sold in the UK will be fitted with 7.4kW Fast Charging system, you will need i Wallbox which is optional on the BMW to make this system work, i Wallbox will make faster battery charging with 80% charge in just three hours and 100% within four hours.
i3 is also equipped with a standard cable socket, but a full charge with this system will take 8-10 hours. A common charger on the market with a 50kW DC power supply will provide charging solutions up to 80% within 30 minutes to an hour. A mobile application can also be used to monitor and control charging remotely.