or right Europe slim and dynamic design large coupe BMW i4, Chinamuch more likes more classic sedans, gets a 100% electric derivative from the 3 Series. The latter is very aptly named i3.
Unlike the hot 3 Series we know, this eDrive 35L version here has a slightly longer wheelbase. This allows the zero-emissions Bavarian, reserved for the Chinese market, to accommodate a The battery has a capacity of 70.3 kWh, of which 66.1 kWh is actually usable.
Ignition!
All these kWh promise to drive him away more than 500 km! Well, until it went up in smoke! Indeed, by the time the seller and potential buyer left the Propeller dealership for a test drive, this instance suddenly caught fire! Not very reassuring… Why, how? I don’t know… But judging by the location of the ignition on the vehicle, it appears that the problem is not the batteries himself.
Engine problem, not bad batteries?
Located on the rear axle, flames appear to be coming from a single electric motor with 210 kW (285 hp) and 400 Nm of torque. However, being on board this replica when it self-ignited was probably not the most exciting thing… the customer accompanying him to sign the order form…
Watch the video of how the BMW i3 caught fire:
Source: Auto Plus
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