BMW is migrating plug-in technology into other segments of the automotive market.
The 2015 BMW i3 has no b pillar on which to hang the rear doors. Instead, the rear door is hinged toward the back of the car, and the front and rear doors swing out like French doors.
The BMW i8 plug-in hybrid, a high-priced gas-electric sports coupe with scissor doors.
2016 BMW X5 40e plug-in hybrid SUV is the third plug-in offering from BMW and the first based off a gas engine model.
The 2015 BMW i3's gas-powered generator will extend the battery life for an additional 70 miles.
The 2015 BMW i3 has an all-electric range of 81 miles, but has a gas-powered generator that will extend the battery life for an additional 70 miles to quell range anxiety.
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