What does a BMW i3 50 xDrive (2026–) really cost?

Consumption (WLTP): 13.4 kWh/100 km · CO₂ 0 g/km
Every figure below is computed for this model — list price €65,900 (checked 27 Sept 2026), current tax and tariff assumptions, methodology open.
Monthly total cost by usage profile
| Profile | €/month | €/km |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage (10,000 km/yr, 60 % charged at home) | €869 | €1.04 |
| Standard (15,000 km/yr, 80 % charged at home) | €918 | €0.73 |
| High mileage (25,000 km/yr, 70 % charged at home) | €1,034 | €0.50 |
8% below the Midsize average
What the cost is made of
- DepreciationModel€71376 %
- EnergyCalibrated€879 %
- Vehicle taxOfficial€0
- InsuranceModel€11412 %
- Maintenance & tyresModel€293 %
- THG bonusMarket-€25
- Total€918
Evidence classes: Official = rule or official value · Anchored = published market figure · Calibrated = model tuned to measured data · Model = documented estimate · Market = current market rate
Depreciation
Estimated value after 3 years (15,000 km/yr): ~€38,057 of €65,900 (−42 %). Based on a segment estimate (labelled as such); a data-driven model is in progress.
Charging scenarios
- 100 % at home: €78/mo
- Mostly public (20 % home): €116/mo
Cheaper alternatives (Midsize)
- BYD SEAL 82.5 kWh AWD Excellence — €913/mo, €5 less
- Tesla Model 3 Performance (2025–2026) — €896/mo, €22 less
- Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Line 84 — €892/mo, €26 less
Frequently asked
How much does a BMW i3 50 xDrive (2026–) cost per month?
At 15,000 km/yr and 80 % home charging: about €918 per month all-in (depreciation, energy, tax, insurance, maintenance). At 10,000 km ~€869; at 25,000 km ~€1,034.
How much value does a BMW i3 50 xDrive (2026–) lose?
After 3 years an estimated ~€38,057 remains (−42 %). Basis: segment estimate — labelled as such.
What does charging a BMW i3 50 xDrive (2026–) cost?
Home-only ~€78/month; mostly public ~€116/month (15,000 km/yr, current tariffs, incl. real-world consumption uplift).