BMW’s only current EV built on a dedicated electric vehicle platform is the iX, but the manufacturer sells several electric versions of its existing combustion models, like the iX3, i4, i5 and I7. Most are global models available in a wide range of markets worldwide, but one is only available in China, and it’s a very interesting proposition. It’s a locally manufactured all-electric version of the G20 3 Series called the i3 eDrive 35L.
After having driven almost exclusively Chinese-market cars, Elliot doesn’t get along too well with the BMW’s interior, infotainment, and some of the interior design choices, but he praises it for the driving experience. He criticizes it for the smattering of carbon bits around the cabin, thinking the car comes as standard like that.