BMW road to frankfurt show (i8 electric)

BMW comes to frankfurt show with new concept is this i3. off course what BMW bringing is always make other people waiting for it The i3 electric car is just a concept for now, but little is expected to change on the car when it goes on sale in 2013. We can expect this to be an expensive first step by BMW into the EV market, but it will be very much aimed at the iPad generation. With a 170hp rear-drive electric motor in a carbon fibre body shell, the i3 is likely to be no slouch. This light weight is also expected to help the range which BMW is saying should be between 130km and 160km from full charge. There is also likely to be a model with a range extender petrol or diesel engine at some point in the future. Expect this to cost around €40,000 when it goes on sale in 2013.

BMW road to frankfurt show (i8 electric) 

In the frankfurt show we can see that The BMW i3 is a designed all encompassing concept, with every detail conceived and optimised to fulfil its eventual purpose. Its innovative LifeDrive architecture renders the BMW i3 Concept light, safe, spacious and dynamic. Innovative use of materials and intelligent lightweight design, moreover, not only enable the i3 Concept to travel long distances on a single charge, they also provide superb safety in the event of a collision and help give the car its excellent driving dynamics.

The electric motor over the rear axle – which generates output of 125 kW/170 hp and impressive torque of 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) from a standstill – and a small turning circle combine to deliver agile driving characteristics. The BMW i3 Concept accelerates from 0 to 60 km/h (37 mph) in under four seconds and from rest to 62 mph in less than eight seconds.

BMW road to frankfurt show (i8 electric) 

The Life module conjures up a generous feeling of space inside the car. Select materials lend the open and airy cabin a lounge-like character. The use of renewable raw materials is another defining characteristic of the interior, offering passengers a further means of "experiencing" the sustainability of the vehicle. Parts of the instrument panel and door panelling are visibly made from natural fibers, while the naturally tanned leather of the seats creates a lounge-style ambience. With four seats, wide-opening opposing "coach" doors, a trunk capacity of around 200 litres and an additional functional compartment in the front, the BMW i3 Concept is equipped for the demands of everyday use.

Innovative connectivity functions create a seamless connection between the BMW i3 Concept and its customers' lives outside the car. Remote functions accessible via a smartphone enable owners to find their vehicles, locate nearby charging stations, allow battery charging and preconditioning at the touch of a button, and supply information on the current status of the vehicle. Meanwhile, intelligent BMW ConnectedDrive assistance systems ease the stress on drivers in monotonous city driving situations and allow them to arrive at their destination more safely and in a more relaxed state of mind. Thats all are proven BMW is seriosly to show them on frankfurt show.