The BMW i3 is still in its concept stage and further development is still being undertaken. The concept of the coupe is considered as an improvement of the popular i3 and aside from that, the latest electronic technology as well as other improvements has been included in the latest reincarnation of this vehicle from BMW.
The improvements do not affect the overall handling that the i3 is known for. The car handles very nimbly on the road because of the low center of gravity design of the vehicle. This low center is due to the placement of the lithium ion battery array, which is right under the floor of the car. Aside from this design innovation, the BMW i3 Coupe still maintains the brand's signature space, comfort and luxurious mystique.
The BMW i3 Coupe Specifications
The exact specifications of the Coupe are still under wraps, but many analysts predict that this set up would have a 125 kW electric motor that powers the rear wheels. Integrated into the concept is its patented LifeDrive system, which has now become a staple in the BMW electric car fleet. This has resulted in the incorporation of modern design, technology and functionality for the new BMW electrics.
Driving a BMW i3 Coupe
As the production date draws near, the buzz surrounding the drive and handling of the i3 Coupe is still to be experienced. In the latest Los Angeles Auto Show, many were given a sneak peek on the driving pleasure of being at the wheel of a BMW i3 Coupe. The marriage of the traditional concepts of BMW, such as comfort and luxury, with the modern technology of a zero emission vehicle is an occasion that all needs to see and experience.
One of the key features of this design is the use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic or CFRP. This material is not only durable and strong, but is lightweight allowing the car to be designed to maximize both space and design features. Even with the design, there will always be that assurance that the safety of the driver and the passengers would not be shortchanged or sacrificed just for aesthetic purposes. The internal drive module also houses the drive system, the chassis as well as the battery array, designed in a structure made from aluminum, allowing greatest strength and protection with low weight requirement.
While the rumor mill is active in circulating the images of the new BMW i3 Coupe, many who have actually seen it have given it rave reviews. The i3 provides a broader profile compared to the BMW I while the i3 Coupe is a little more compact compared to the lithe I and i3. The common denominator for all these designs is its low center of gravity, allowing for great road handling at all times, regardless of the contour or weather.
