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The BMW i3
The Ultimate
Driving Machine
BMW i3.
QUICK START GUIDE.

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  • Page 1 The BMW i3 The Ultimate Driving Machine BMW i3. QUICK START GUIDE.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    After Stopping. CHARGING THE i3. LOCATING A CHARGE POINT. OPTIONAL RANGE EXTENDER. Identifying Optional Range Extender. FUELLING A RANGE EXTENDER WITH PETROL. DRIVING A RANGE EXTENDER i3. Activating the Range Extender. MAXIMISING YOUR RANGE. TIPS FOR EXTENDING THE RANGE. CONTACT DETAILS.

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Extension leads must not be used. REMOVING THE CHARGING CABLE. If the charging cable is attached when you arrive at the i3 prior to departing it will need to be unplugged. If the charge point is lit green the i3 has completed charging.

  • Page 5: Adjusting Your Seat

    This process will require setting a timer and temperature to automatically turn on the climate settings to heat or cool the cabin prior to entering the i3. The battery can also be preconditioned whilst the vehicle is on charge (i.e.

  • Page 6: Driving The I3

    DRIVING THE i3. TORQUE AND POWER DELIVERY. Due to the nature of an electric motor 100% peak performance is available instantly meaning the i3 is capable of smooth and fast acceleration. CHECKING VEHICLE RANGE. Ensure that the vehicle range is checked prior to setting off and that this is sufficient for the planned route.

  • Page 7: Turning The I3 Off

    The car will charge in approximately 10-12 hours (from empty) with this cable. All BMW i3’s are fitted with DC Rapid charge preparation as standard, which will allow the i3 to charge from a combined charging system (CCS) charge point to 80% in up-to 40 minutes (from empty). Available public charging points can be found on the navigation system under points of interest.

  • Page 8: Locating A Charge Point

    Therefore the navigation can be used to easily find one of the fast-expanding network of charging stations to top up the battery, including DC Rapid Chargers which enable the i3 to be charged to 80% in up-to 40 minutes.

  • Page 9: Optional Range Extender

    Even with the most up-to-date online data, information on the occupation of the charging stations may have changed. You can also visit www.chargenow.com to learn more about the BMW i ChargeNow network, locate a charging station and also view their live availability. OPTIONAL RANGE EXTENDER.

  • Page 10: Driving A Range Extender I3

    DRIVING A RANGE EXTENDER i3. ACTIVATING THE RANGE EXTENDER. This section applies to the BMW i3 with Range Extender (as opposed to a fully electric i3). It is not possible to activate the Range Extender until the state of charge is below 75%.

  • Page 11: Tips For Extending The Range

    8am – 10pm on Mon – Fri 08000 640 360 9am – 10pm on Sat 9am – 5pm on Sunday For Breakdowns please call the BMW i Mobile 0800 777 144 Care available 24hrs www.chargenow.com For information on public charge point locations or shown on the car’s navigation system...
  • Page 12 The BMW i3 The Ultimate Part No. 95.38.0.003.182. Driving Machine Printed August 2016.

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