Head to head
BMW i3 vs ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury
The BMW i3 is a compact electric hatchback (2013-2022). The ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury is a rigid inflatable boat (rib) range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| BMW i3 | ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury | |
|---|---|---|
| Range | up to 192 miles (309km) BEV (WLTP) | Sold in hull lengths from ZAR 49 to ZAR 95 Sport Luxury |
| Battery | 42.2kWh (120Ah, later cars) | - |
| Power | 125kW/135kW electric motor | - |
| Top speed | 93mph (150km/h), electronically limited | - |
| Kerb weight | from 1345kg | - |
| Use | - | Family leisure RIB with internal accommodation |
Sources: BMW i3, ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the i3 if...
BMW's first mass-production electric car, built on a bespoke carbon-fibre passenger cell. Specialist EV hire fleets still run i3s as a compact, characterful city car, distinct from the unrelated i3 saloon BMW launched under the same name in 2026.
Listed by
- Specialist Vehicle Hire - Portsmouth
Buy or hire the Sport Luxury if...
A family leisure RIB range spanning several hull lengths, built for seakeeping and cabin accommodation rather than outright speed. Buyers move up through the range as they need more cabin space or offshore capability.
Listed by
- Boatsmart - Southampton, Swanwick
Common questions
What is the difference between the BMW i3 and the ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury?
The BMW i3 is a compact electric hatchback (2013-2022); the ZAR Formenti Sport Luxury is a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) range.
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