Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Finished in Isle of Man Green, the BMW i3 40L has had its wheelbase stretched to more than three meters (118.1 inches). For reference, the standard i3 launching in most markets measures 2,897 mm (114.1 inches) between the axles. The extra space is likely dedicated to the rear seats, delivering greater rear legroom. Several sedans and SUVs built by BMW in China offer a more spacious cabin.
The i3 for China is expected to exceed 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) of range on a single charge. However, that figure is based on the more lenient CLTC cycle. For context, the standard-wheelbase model targets 900 kilometers (560 miles) under WLTP and an estimated 440 miles (708 kilometers) based on BMW’s internal testing aligned with the EPA procedure.
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Finished in Isle of Man Green, the BMW i3 40L has had its wheelbase stretched to more than three meters (118.1 inches). For reference, the standard i3 launching in most markets measures 2,897 mm (114.1 inches) between the axles. The extra space is likely dedicated to the rear seats, delivering greater rear legroom. Several sedans and SUVs built by BMW in China offer a more spacious cabin.
The i3 for China is expected to exceed 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) of range on a single charge. However, that figure is based on the more lenient CLTC cycle. For context, the standard-wheelbase model targets 900 kilometers (560 miles) under WLTP and an estimated 440 miles (708 kilometers) based on BMW’s internal testing aligned with the EPA procedure.
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