BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb

BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb
Overview
Manufacturer	BMW
Production	1972
Body and chassis
Class	Concept car
Body style	2D Sedan
Layout	Front engine, Rear-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor	32 kW (43 hp)
Transmission	???-speed Automatic
Range	30–60 km (19–37 mi)
Dimensions
Curb weight	1,330 kg (2,932 lb)
Chronology
Successor	BMW i3

BMW developed its first electric car based on the 1602 model. The BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb was first unveiled at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany; two examples were used to shuttle VIPs and serve as support cars in various long-distance events like the marathon.

The 1602 Elektro-Antrieb used one 32 kW (43 hp) electric motor, front-mounted driving the rear axle. It has a claimed top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and acceleration of 0 to 30 mph (0 to 48 km/h) in 8.0 seconds. The 1602 elektro is unique in the fact it has a front engine, rear wheel drive layout.

The battery has a total capacity of 12.6 kWh electric vehicle battery these batteries can be charged or replaced with a freshly charged pack, the battery pack weighed 350 kg (772 lb).