BMW i3 2027: The Electric Car of Tomorrow

BMW officially introduces the second model in its new Neue Klasse lineup of electric vehicles with the 2027 i3. This one has absolutely nothing in common with the previous i3.

In fact, it’s much closer in spirit to the i4, a model the next-generation i3 is expected to effectively replace.

Performance That Impresses Across the Board

The 2027 BMW i3 is a very impressive car. To begin with, it’s built on an 800-volt architecture and features a 112 kWh battery pack, allowing it to store enough energy to deliver an estimated range of 708 kilometres on a full charge, according to the EPA. It can also achieve a maximum charging power of 400 kW on a fast charger, enabling it to recover up to 400 kilometres of range in just 10 minutes.

As if that weren’t enough, the Bavarian automaker’s new electric sedan produces 463 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque. While full performance figures have yet to be confirmed, expectations are that it will be very quick.

A Bold New Design

From a design standpoint, the i3 stands apart from the rest of BMW’s lineup—and that’s something I particularly like. The signature kidney grille blends seamlessly into the headlights, creating a striking visual effect. What I like most, however, is the car’s muscular and planted stance.

If the exterior design catches you off guard, then brace yourself for the interior. The cabin is unlike anything currently offered by BMW—or anywhere else, for that matter. The display features an irregular, angular shape, while the steering wheel adopts a vertical-spoke design, which is equally unconventional. The digital instrument panel is positioned right at the base of the windshield. In short, this is a car that breaks all conventions.

The 2027 BMW i3 is a distinctive and high-performing vehicle across the board. It’s the kind of formula that tends to resonate with buyers in this segment. As a result, the Bavarian automaker’s new all-electric sedan is expected to be very popular.

Jean-Sébastien Poudrier