If the S-Class is the representative of Mercedes-Benz, then what can represent BMW is the 3 Series, in the era of electrification, the domestic new i3 is naturally attracting much attention, because it is the identity of the 3 Series pure electric version.
Recently, the i3 debuted and listed together with the domestic X5, with only 1 model priced at 349,900 yuan. New cars are exempt from purchase tax, and additional purchases or replacements have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of 6,000-12,000 yuan, with daily payments of financial concessions as low as 58 yuan, and exclusive rights and interests of electric drives.
The i3 is based on the domestic 3 series long-axis version and is positioned as a medium-sized sedan. This generation of 3 series CLAR platform is oil and electricity sharing, so strictly speaking, i3 is not an oil to electricity product. The new car has a length, width and height of 4872mm/1846mm/1481mm, and a wheelbase of 2966mm, which is larger than the 3 Series size and longer wheelbase.
See the new car in one minute:
1. The i3 adopts the appearance of the 3 series mid-term redesign
2. iX with the same central control screen, the seat is more comfortable
3. Super 330Li power, with air suspension
The i3 adopts the exterior design of the mid-term redesign of the future 3 series, with a larger double kidney grille, and the angel eye headlights are more three-dimensional when lit. The front and rear brackets have also been simplified, and there are not many pure electrical elements as a whole.
The closed air intake, large tail diffuser and 19-inch closed wheels give the i3 a drag coefficient of 0.24Cd.
Since it is a 3 series of pure electrification products, then i3 must also evolve in science and technology. The biggest highlight of the interior is the use of bmw iX's same through-suspension curved screen, integrated 14.9-inch touch display and 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, the traditional gear handle has become a lever, and the steering wheel is M sports style.
The car engine system is BMW's latest iDrive 8.0, and the UI interface and interaction concept are different. Built-in WeChat car version, Tencent mini scene 2.0, QQ music and other 24 mini programs, in addition to CarPlay also support OTA upgrades. The mobile phone close to the door unlocks the vehicle, and placed on the wireless charging board to power on.
In terms of configuration, the automatic driving assistance reaches L2.5 level, the seat adopts the domestic X5 version of Sensatec 2.0 synthetic leather, and the seat cushion and backrest are thickened compared to the 3 series. And there are panoramic sunroofs, electric sun blinds and automatic air conditioning in 3 zones, and the rear seats enjoy higher treatment.
Harman/Kardon sound is available as an option of 8,000 yuan, with a total of 17 speakers with a total power of 535W and support for 360° surround sound.
In terms of power, bmw's domestic production is the i3 eDrive 35L model, the power is stronger than the 3 series 330Li, the maximum power is 285Ps, and the peak torque is 400 Nm. However, because the car weighs 2029kg, the zero hundred acceleration time is slower than 330, which is 6.2 seconds. The battery capacity is 70 kWh and the CLTC has a range of 526 km.
The i3 greatly improves comfort while retaining the controls. The i3 is 44mm lower than the 3 Series, the front and rear wheelbases are wider, the rear anti-roll bars are not reduced, and the bodywork is strengthened. At the same time, the front suspension uses dual-axis HRS hydraulic rebound technology, and the rear axle is equipped with adaptive air suspension.
Since the 3 Series is the benchmark for medium-sized luxury cars, the emergence of tesla Model 3 is aimed at it, and it is naturally the most direct competitor of i3. There is no doubt that the i3 has a greater advantage in the traditional luxury experience, while the Model 3 is more like an electronic technology product.
In the case of the same battery life level, the i3 is mainly comfortable in quality, and the Model 3 is more playful, which is completely two user groups. The former is more of a pure electric choice for 3 series users, which is different from the car purchase needs of Model 3 users who only look at trams.
27.99-36.79 million
Of course, with the high-end of its own brand electric vehicles, NIO ET5 has also joined the competition of medium-sized luxury cars, targeting a Model 3. Comprehensive power and endurance performance, ET5 has advantages in both aspects, the local configuration is also more abundant, and the battery rental program has made its price down to 200,000 yuan.
32.80-38.60 million yuan
Even compared with the top of the 3 series, the product power of the i3 is still half a level higher, and only the price of 325Li is needed, but the premise is to embrace electrification. Horizontal comparison with the new forces of competitors, i3 has a unique product tone, if you add the late terminal discount, I believe it can have a good competitiveness. At present, the old rival Mercedes-Benz Audi does not have a corresponding model, which shows that BMW has once again become the pioneer of the German top three.