BMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper.
BMW's 2027 3 Series comes in both gas and electric variants, with the latter being $4,400 cheaper.
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The 2027 BMW 3 Series has been unveiled with both gas and electric variants. This range is said to surpass that of every Tesla model. USA Today notes that the new 3 Series debuts with the i3 styling, with output returning to Germany.
However, the exact specifications and features of the gas-powered variant remain unclear. Edmunds reports that the i3 has over 450 miles of range, but the exact difference between the gas and electric variants is not specified. The introduction of both gas and electric variants of the 3 Series marks a significant shift in BMW's strategy.
The implications of this change are still unclear, and further details on the gas-powered variant are needed to fully understand the impact of this move.
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The BMW i3’s 468-Mile Range Demolishes Every TeslaInsideEVs · 16d ago
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2027 BMW 3 Series debuts. What car buyers and fans should knowUSA Today · 16d ago
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BMW 3 series adopts i3 styling; output returns to GermanyAutomotive News · 16d ago
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The 2027 BMW i3 Starts at $62,850, Has Over 450 Miles Of RangeEdmunds · 16d ago
The obvious questions
What is the range of the 2027 BMW i3?
The 2027 BMW i3 has a range of 468 miles, according to InsideEVs.
What is the starting price of the 2027 BMW i3?
The 2027 BMW i3 starts at $62,850, according to Edmunds.
What is the difference in price between the gas and electric variants of the 2027 BMW 3 Series?
The electric variant of the 2027 BMW 3 Series is $4,400 cheaper than the gas-powered variant.
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