Is BMW i3 a self charging hybrid?
Is BMW i3 a self charging hybrid? But the i3 isn't really a purpose-built electric car. It's a purpose-built plug-in hybrid. BMW designed it so that at the back of the car, between the rear wheels, there's a compartment for a gas-powered generator (originally designed for scooters) which can recharge the battery as you drive.
Can BMW i3 run on petrol only?
Unlike other electric cars on the market—not including hybrids—the 2021 i3 offers a gas-powered range extender for those who don't trust running on electricity alone. Still, we wouldn't take our i3 on any long road trips even with the fossil-fuel backup.