BMW Plug-in Hybrid Cars

Plug-in hybrid BMW cars use the brand’s clever eDrive system. The electric motor and combustion engine together for a flexible, dynamic driving experience. This creates lower tailpipe emissions, greater fuel efficiency and more power.

But what does this actually mean for your daily journeys? When driving under approximately 30mph, BMW plug-in hybrid cars typically run on electric power (if it makes sense, like when driving in a city or town.)

The hybrid powertrain uses both power sources during heavy acceleration and longer trips for better efficiency.

And if the battery has run out of charge, your BMW PHEV runs on the engine alone. There’s loads of way to enjoy driving, but you never have to worry about running out of range.

If you’re running low on electric power, don’t worry. You have plenty of options when it comes to charging your BMW plug-in hybrid cars. The quickest and most convenient way is to use a charging point, whether that’s at home, at work or out on the go.

As you don’t rely on the electric motor, getting a charging point installed at home isn’t always necessary. This makes BMW PHEV cars ideal for those who aren’t able to install a charging point at home. E.g. if you live in a flat, or if you don’t have a drive or off-street parking. 

Plug-in hybrid BMW cars also use an intelligent charging system, Battery Control Mode. This allows you to charge the battery without having to use a charging point, as the electric motor doubles up as a generator to produce charge. When on a longer motorway trip, Battery Control Mode may kick in to maintain and even add charge.

BMW PHEV cars reward you for driving in electric mode. The BMW Points scheme gives drivers points for every mile driven in pure electric mode in certain BMW plug-in hybrid models*.

BMW Points convert into credit that’s used at BMW Charging points across the UK. So the more electric miles you drive, the cheaper it is to recharge the battery!

Your account is found in the My BMW App, with points added automatically. You also get points for using BMW Charging points as well as double points when driving through BMW eDrive zones

*BMW Points are only available on eligible BMW Plug-in Hybrid cars. BMW Connected Drive account & My BMW app required. Terms and conditions apply.

The future of driving is here with the My BMW App. It connects you to your car so you have constant access to vital information, as well as giving you remote control over various systems. You can:

• Check battery level
• See your estimated battery range
• Find nearest charging points

You can also create routes with charging points mapped in, preset the climate control and more.