BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
BMW |
Toyota |
| Model |
i3 (Next-Gen, 2026) |
C-HR BEV |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Hatchback / Compact EV |
Compact crossover SUV |
| Trims |
Expected Base, xDrive (AWD) |
SE (FWD), XSE (AWD) |
| Release Date |
2026 (expected global debut late 2025, U.S. launch in 2026) |
2026 (expected) |
| Status |
Upcoming / Not yet released |
Upcoming |
| Made In |
Germany |
Not confirmed (Toyota e-TNGA platform) |
| Body Type |
5-door Hatchback |
Coupe-like SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, like other BMW EVs) |
Not announced |
| Colors |
Multiple options (to be announced – similar to i4/iX palettes) |
Overcast, Tandoori, Cement, Midnight Black Metallic, Wind Chill Pearl (+ two-tone options on XSE) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Dual electric motors (AWD option) / Single motor RWD base |
Electric motors (single FWD on SE, dual motors AWD on XSE) |
| Horsepower |
280–350 hp (est., depending on trim) |
221 hp (SE), ~338 hp (XSE) |
| Torque |
400 lb-ft (est.) |
Not specified |
| Acceleration |
0–60 mph in ~5.5 seconds (AWD trim) |
5.0 seconds (0–60 mph, XSE) |
| Top Speed |
125 mph (limited) |
Not specified |
| Range |
300–350 miles (WLTP), ~280–320 miles (EPA est.) |
Up to 290 miles (EPA estimated) |
| Drivetrain |
RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) |
FWD (SE) / AWD (XSE) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion, next-gen pack |
Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity |
75–80 kWh usable |
74.7 kWh |
| Power Consumption |
16–18 kWh/100 km (est.) |
Not specified |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
Expected ~8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
11 kW AC (Level 2, ~7–8 hours full charge) |
11 kW AC (onboard charger) |
| Supercharging Speed |
250 kW DC fast charging |
Supports DC fast charging |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
10–80% in ~25–30 minutes |
10–80% in ~30 minutes |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30–35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 20 min (DCFC) |
Not specified |
| Charging Time |
8 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%) |
30 min (fast), several hours (home Level 2) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS (Europe & U.S.) |
NACS (North American Charging Standard) |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox, public AC charging |
Level 1 & Level 2 supported |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
177 in (est.) |
177.9 in (4,520 mm) |
| Width |
72 in |
73.6 in (1,870 mm) |
| Height |
61 in |
63.8 in (1,595 mm) |
| Wheelbase |
108 in |
108.3 in (2,750 mm) |
| Ground Clearance |
6 in |
Not specified |
| Cargo Space |
15–45 cu.ft (rear seats folded) |
25.4 cu ft (720 L) |
| Curb Weight |
4,200 lbs (est.) |
Not specified |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy (aero-optimized) |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
18" – 20" |
18″ (SE), 20″ (XSE) |
| Front Tire |
235/45 R18 (base) |
Not specified |
| Rear Tire |
255/40 R19 (est.) |
Not specified |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric power steering |
Electric power steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Single-speed |
| Turning Radius |
36 ft |
Not specified |
| Gear Box |
Single-speed reduction gear |
N/A (EV) |
| Front Suspension |
Adaptive strut-type |
Independent (tuned for EV) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link independent |
Independent multi-link |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous Level 2) |
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (driver assistance suite) |
| Navigation System |
BMW iDrive 9 with AR navigation |
Cloud navigation with Drive Connect |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes (with Stop & Go) |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Dual-zone automatic |
Automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
USB-C, Wireless charging |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Optional |
Available (XSE with Tech Package) |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless |
Wireless |
| Android Auto |
Wireless |
Wireless |
| Touchscreen |
14.9" curved display |
Yes |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
10–16 Harman Kardon (depending on trim) |
6 standard, 9 JBL premium on XSE Tech Package |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes |
Regenerative + hydraulic brakes |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
8 |
Multiple (front, side, curtain) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° Surround view |
360° view on XSE |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No (urban EV focus) |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes (ESC) |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
