Automotive News reported that BMW plans to upgrade the battery pack in the i3 electric vehicle this summer, along with several other unannounced upgrades. This upgrade will provide the third best-selling electric vehicle with a 50% increase in mile range, taking it from 81 miles to approximately 120. This estimate is without considering the optional gasoline three-cylinder engine that would add an additional 80 miles.
While cars like the Nissan LEAF and Chevy Bolt may be less expensive, it’s obvious that the i3 is blowing other vehicles out of the water when it comes to the ever-important “cool-factor.” Stylish features include a floating screen, swoopy interior lines, and open-pore wood on the dash that ages with the car.
Regardless, the upgraded battery in the i3 EV shows BMW’s commitment to investing in electric vehicle technology and our environment.
“Report: BMW Increasing I3 EV Range to 120 Miles by This Summer.” Mashable. N.p., n.d. Web. <http://mashable.com/2016/01/19/bmw-i3-120-mile-range/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily&utm_source=newsletter&utm_cid=mash-prod-email-topstories&utm_emailalert=daily#SDAZGNyZ2iqo>.
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