What is the BMW ActiveE?
The BMW ActiveE was an electric car that formed part of BMW’s early electric-mobility programme. BMW presented it as a step after the MINI E and as a way to explore electric driving in a familiar passenger-car format. It was offered in the United States in 2011.
The ActiveE gave BMW experience with electric-car operation and charging. That work contributed to the company’s development of electric vehicles.
Engines and power
The ActiveE had one listed electric version. Its electric motor means it has no conventional petrol or diesel engine.
Fuel consumption and CO₂
No EPA energy-consumption or CO₂ figure is available for the ActiveE. EPA ratings use a different test procedure from European WLTP or NEDC figures and Canada’s 5-cycle ratings, so results from these markets are not directly comparable.
Where was the BMW ActiveE sold?
The ActiveE was offered in the United States in 2011.
Questions and answers
Was the BMW ActiveE electric?
Yes. The ActiveE was an electric car.
When was the ActiveE sold?
It was offered in the United States in 2011.
How many ActiveE versions are listed?
One electric version is listed.
What is its official EPA consumption figure?
No EPA consumption figure is available for the ActiveE.