2026 BMW i3 review: German brand’s new electric sedan

BMW i3 for 2026 is no longer the city hatchback of past years, but a fully fledged electric sedan from the new Neue Klasse wave. The model focuses on driving range, all-wheel drive, and a modern digital architecture. Some factory figures are still marked as preliminary at the time of the announcement. You can add more appeal and make the car stand out with BMW i3 tuning, and if you’re looking for accessories for another model, our product catalog is available via this link.

Technical specifications

• Body — 4-door sedan with 5 seats.
• Powertrain — two electric motors and xDrive all-wheel drive.
• Total output — 469 hp, torque — 645 Nm.
• Usable battery capacity — 108,7 kWh, voltage — 698,9 V.
• Range — up to 900 km (WLTP) and up to 708 km (EPA).
• Dimensions — 4760 × 1866 × 1480 mm, wheelbase — 2897 mm.
• Transmission — single-speed automatic, brakes front and rear — ventilated disc.

Equipment

In the stated trim and available options for the BMW i3 for 2026, the highlights include: 

• BMW Panoramic Vision, 
• 17,9-inch central display, 
• New BMW Operating System X interface, 
• Shy Tech multifunction steering wheel and optional 3D Head-Up Display. 

Also included are a voice assistant with Amazon Alexa+ support, Level 2 driver assistance systems, an 800-volt architecture, DC fast charging up to 400 kW, and bidirectional charging.

Exterior and interior

On the outside the i3 looks like a new-era sport sedan: it features crisp lines, a distinctive silhouette, an eye-catching front end, and a new take on BMW’s signature front design, where the headlights and decorative panel visually merge into a single element. The light signature is more modern and clearly reinforces the model’s high-tech image.

Inside the emphasis is on minimalism and a driver-focused layout. The dashboard has a horizontal design, the display is angled toward the driver, and the interior is complemented by ambient lighting and several trim choices — from light two-tone to sportier M versions.