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BMW i3
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i3

HatchbackElectricity9 versionsOwner report
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340Hp

Power

5.6s

0–100 km/h

180km/h

Top speed

Typical asking price (US)$8,275–$13,070median $10,570 · 50 live listings · 2014–2020

What owners say

Overview

Extremely positive sentiment among owners, characterized by deep affection for the vehicle's unique character, driving dynamics, and innovative design. The i3 is consistently praised as a "fantastic," "fun," and "special" car that delivers an engaging, go-kart-like driving experi

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Generation by generation

Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).

Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
YearComplaintsRecallsMost-reported area
2018280fuel/propulsion system
20171003unknown or other

Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.

Recall notices3 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls

2017 · air bags:frontalcampaign 17V720000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbe

2017 · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingscampaign 17V088000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.

2017 · air bagscampaign 16V914000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Coo

Specifications

Generation

Version

79.1 kWh (340 Hp) eDrive40L

From 2023-2026

Power340 Hp
Torque430 Nm
0–100 km/h5.6 sec
Top speed180 km/h
DriveRear wheel drive
Transmission1 gears, automatic transmission
Seats5 seats
Fuel typeElectricity
Body typeSedan

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BrandBMW
Versions catalogued9
Body typesHatchback, Sedan
Owner reportAvailable

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