Many large car makers have tried it. Nissan with the Leaf and Chevrolet with the Volt, but BMW believes it will crack the case on electric cars once and for all with its i3 plug-in electric hybrid city car. BMW has made the i3 a unique EV proposition, having built it from carbon fibre for a low overall weight of 1 195 kg, as well as instilling it with BMW’s aptitude for great steering and generally feel-some vehicle dynamics. In addition, the i3 has been made desirable among trend-setters, with sustainable and natural materials being part of the package.