BMW 335i GT xDrive vs BMW i3
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 BMW i3
Overview
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 335i xDrive | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2016 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,200 | $44,450 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 113 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 153 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 42 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 7 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 168 hp |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 18.4 cu ft | 36.9 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 920 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,010 lbs | 2,972 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.5 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 115 in (best) | 101.2 in |
| Length | 190 in (best) | 158.3 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 69.9 in |
| Height | 59.4 in | 62.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 335i GT xDrive335i xDrive | BMW i3Base |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 335i GT xDrive | BMW i3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335i xDrive $49,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $44,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $48,300 MSRP |