BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
BMW |
Jeep |
| Model |
i3 (Next-Gen, 2026) |
Compass EV (Next-Gen Compass) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Hatchback / Compact EV |
Compact SUV (Electric / BEV) |
| Trims |
Expected Base, xDrive (AWD) |
Standard FWD, AWD (4xe), First Edition (Europe) |
| Release Date |
2026 (expected global debut late 2025, U.S. launch in 2026) |
Late 2025 (Europe), 2026+ (other markets) |
| Status |
Upcoming / Not yet released |
Upcoming / Pre-launch |
| Made In |
Germany |
Italy (Melfi Plant, Stellantis) |
| Body Type |
5-door Hatchback |
SUV / Crossover |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, like other BMW EVs) |
Expected 3 years / 36,000 miles (standard Jeep warranty, may vary by market) |
| Colors |
Multiple options (to be announced – similar to i4/iX palettes) |
Multiple (official palette not yet disclosed, likely white, black, grey, red, blue, green options) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Dual electric motors (AWD option) / Single motor RWD base |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (front; + rear for AWD) |
| Horsepower |
280–350 hp (est., depending on trim) |
213–233 hp (FWD), up to 375 hp (AWD 4xe) |
| Torque |
400 lb-ft (est.) |
350–400 Nm (FWD), up to ~600 Nm (AWD) |
| Acceleration |
0–60 mph in ~5.5 seconds (AWD trim) |
7.5s (FWD), ~5.5s (AWD) |
| Top Speed |
125 mph (limited) |
180 km/h (FWD), ~200 km/h (AWD) |
| Range |
300–350 miles (WLTP), ~280–320 miles (EPA est.) |
500–650 km (WLTP depending on battery) |
| Drivetrain |
RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) |
FWD or AWD (4xe dual-motor) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion, next-gen pack |
Lithium-ion (Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt chemistry) |
| Battery Capacity |
75–80 kWh usable |
73–74 kWh (standard) / ~97 kWh (long range) |
| Power Consumption |
16–18 kWh/100 km (est.) |
15–17 kWh / 100 km |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
Up to 11–22 kW AC (depending on onboard charger) |
| Home Charging Speed |
11 kW AC (Level 2, ~7–8 hours full charge) |
Supports up to 160 kW DC |
| Supercharging Speed |
250 kW DC fast charging |
20–80% in ~30 minutes |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
10–80% in ~25–30 minutes |
30–35 miles (AC 11 kW); ~180–200 miles in 30 mins (DC 160 kW) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30–35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 20 min (DCFC) |
8–9 hours (AC 11 kW), ~30 mins (DC 160 kW 20–80%) |
| Charging Time |
8 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%) |
CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS (Europe & U.S.) |
Standard wall box (7.4–11 kW), optional higher 22 kW setup |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox, public AC charging |
Standard wall box (7.4–11 kW), optional higher 22 kW setup |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW |
11 kW (standard), 22 kW optional |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
177 in (est.) |
4,400 mm |
| Width |
72 in |
1,870 mm |
| Height |
61 in |
1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase |
108 in |
2,700 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
6 in |
200 mm |
| Cargo Space |
15–45 cu.ft (rear seats folded) |
550 L (rear) + ~34 L (front storage) |
| Curb Weight |
4,200 lbs (est.) |
1,900–2,100 kg (depending on battery) |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy (aero-optimized) |
Alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size |
18" – 20" |
18–20 inches (depending on trim) |
| Front Tire |
235/45 R18 (base) |
235/55 R18 (standard) |
| Rear Tire |
255/40 R19 (est.) |
235/55 R18 (standard) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric power steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
36 ft |
5.6 m |
| Gear Box |
Single-speed reduction gear |
1-speed reduction gear (EV) |
| Front Suspension |
Adaptive strut-type |
MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link independent |
:Multi-link (AWD), torsion beam (FWD) |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous Level 2) |
Level 2 driver assistance |
| Navigation System |
BMW iDrive 9 with AR navigation |
Yes, built-in GPS + OTA maps |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes (with Stop & Go) |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Dual-zone automatic |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
USB-C, Wireless charging |
Yes (USB-C / USB-A) |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Optional |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless |
Yes (wireless) |
| Android Auto |
Wireless |
Yes (wireless) |
| Touchscreen |
14.9" curved display |
16-inch center display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
10–16 Harman Kardon (depending on trim) |
Up to 12 (Harman Kardon premium audio on top trims) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
8 |
6–8 (depending on trim) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes (360°) |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° Surround view |
Yes (360°) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No (urban EV focus) |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes (ESC) |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
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