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Bad language aside, 800lbs extra is a bit of a concern, particularly in the depleted battery scenario. Basically in any trip longer than 30 miles the 45e is a heavier vehicle with a less powerful engine.
After many test drives, I opted for the 45e. The drive experience is great with the electric engine's torque and quiet ride in the city. I’m getting a better ride for 80% of my driving experience. I can happily live with more weight and less HP for the other 20%, specially given that the torque from the ICE is the same as in the 40i.
A feature I wish the 45e had is “Use ICE-only above X mph” and I’d choose 50mph for ICE to kick in and disable the electric motor. I want to preserve the battery for when I get on to local roads.
That battery management option doesn’t work seamlessly for this, as I don’t want to have to activate it manually and I don’t want ICE to actively charge the battery.
Last edited by jc.bmw; 10-30-2020 at 05:28 PM..
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