BMW 220d Active Tourer
Hatchback · Diesel · FWD
vs
i3
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
BMW 220d Active Tourer
Car A
BMW 220d Active Tourer
The BMW 220d Active Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with diesel efficiency, making it good value in its segment for growing families and commuters. Its 470-liter trunk and brisk 7.8 s 0–100 km/h performance balance everyday usability with confident pace.
5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety
i3
Car B
i3
An electric hatchback aimed at city driving, it offers responsive power, five seats, and a usable 300 km range at a price that is good value in its segment. Less ideal for cargo-heavy needs or harsh winters.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric5-star safety170 hpElectric
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 66 / 62
City 61 / 88
Budget / value 66 / 68
Road trip 43 / 31
Performance 31 / 26
Cargo 26 / 20
Practical 55 / 54
Premium 45 / 39
Winter 26 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 220d Active Tourer · Orange = i3

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 220d Active Tourer i3
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Pros & cons

BMW 220d Active Tourer

  • Efficient for its class at 4.9 L/100 km, ideal for commuters and longer trips
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 470-liter trunk for family duties
  • Strong torque and 7.8 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
  • Price around 35,000 offers good value in its segment

i3

  • Hatchback layout suits city driving and easy everyday loading
  • 300 km range from a 42.2 kWh battery covers most daily commutes
  • Punchy 170 hp and strong horsepower ranking aid confident urban merging
  • Seats five with a 360 L trunk for small-family practicality

Verdict

Pick BMW 220d Active Tourer if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
BMW 220d Active Tourer is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick i3 if…
More power
i3 puts out 170 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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