# Feature-Rich Urban EVs The 2019 BMW i3 120Ah Offers an Estimated 153 Miles of Range By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-09-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2019-bmw-i3 References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/2019-bmw-i3-120ah-promises-longer-range-2018-09-28/) & [bmwusanews](http://www.bmwusanews.com/newsrelease.do?id=3314&mid=1) The new 2019 [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive) i3 120Ah has been announced by the automotive manufacturer as a vehicle that will surprise and delight drivers with a bevy of features that make it a well-rounded option for urban consumers. The vehicle is, as the name denotes, outfitted with a 120Ah battery that will offer up to 153 miles of range, which makes it a competitive option compared to other [electric vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev2) presently on the market. The car offers 170hp that enables it to reach 60mph in 7.2 seconds, while the i3s offers 181hp and the ability to reach 60mph in 6.8 seconds. The 2019 BMW i3 120Ah is also outfitted with a series of [driver assistance technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iaa-mobility) to help make it a safer vehicle than ever before. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Feature-rich Urban Electric Vehicles:** Automakers can incorporate more features into their electric vehicles to make them more appealing to drivers in urban environments. - **Increased Range in Electric Vehicles:** Electric vehicle manufacturers can improve their battery technology to offer more range for drivers, making them a practical option for longer distance trips. - **Driver Assistance Technologies in Electric Vehicles:** Automakers can incorporate more driver assistance technologies into their electric vehicles, making them safer for drivers on the road. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Car manufacturers can continue to innovate and improve electric vehicles features and technologies. - **Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure:** The availability of charging stations for electric vehicles can be improved to alleviate range anxiety and make electric vehicles more practical for drivers. - **Renewable Energy:** Increasing the availability of renewable energy sources can make electric vehicles a more environmentally friendly and sustainable option for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sporty Luxury Sedan EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive.md) - [Performance-Focused Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-m60.md) - [Updated Summer-Ready Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-summer-2023.md) - [Theatre-Equipped Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60.md) - [Extended Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-vauxhall-mokka.md) - [Powerful Plug-In Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550e-xdrive.md) - [Tech-Packed Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-eqe.md) - [Luxe Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-eqs.md) - [Compact Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-glb.md)