Spy Photos Reveal BMW i3 Touring with Impressive Range and Power
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The BMW i3 Touring, the brand's first electric estate car, has been spotted testing near Nürburgring. Expected to deliver up to 470 hp and a range of 750 km, it is set to arrive in dealerships in mid-November 2027.
BMW i3 Touring Testing Underway
The development of the BMW i3 Touring, the company’s first electric estate car, is progressing well, with prototypes recently spotted on public roads surrounding the Nürburgring. This model is part of BMW's Neue Klasse lineup and is expected to offer up to 470 hp and a remarkable range of 750 km.
These latest spy photos provide a clearer view of the car's design features, with less camouflage obscuring key elements. The images reveal Full LED headlights, the characteristic oval double grille, and daytime running lights. A partially exposed active grille and a rear design featuring distinctive taillights similar to the i3 sedan have also been noted.
Advanced Technology and Features
Inside, the i3 Touring will be equipped with a large display at the lower edge of the windshield, customizable across six areas, complemented by a 17.9-inch touchscreen in the center console. The vehicle will boast a panoramic sunroof and a suite of advanced technologies, including semi-autonomous driving capabilities and bidirectional charging technologies such as V2L, V2H, and V2G.
Variants and Launch Timeline
BMW plans to offer three versions of the i3 Touring by the end of 2027, featuring options with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, including the i3 30 e, i3 40 x with 320 hp, and the i3 50 xDrive with 469 hp. Though exact maximum ranges for all versions are not yet disclosed, they are anticipated to exceed 750 km for the most efficient models.
While a precise unveiling date has not been confirmed, the i3 Touring is expected to be revealed in April 2027, shortly after the launch of the i3 sedan, with initial deliveries to dealerships anticipated around mid-November.