2015 BMW i3

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 80.3 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 69.9 in
  • Length: 157.4 in
  • Height: 62.1 in
  • Wheelbase: 101.2 in

2015 i3 has a relatively short wheelbase ( 101.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2860 - 3130 lbs.

Interior

2015 i3 - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 40.5 inHip Room: -Head Room: 39.6 inShoulder Room: 54.8 in
2015 i3 - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 31.9 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.2 inShoulder Room: 50.4 in

2015 i3 seats four adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, i3 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room.

Full Specifications

Trim

2015 i3 Base

2015 i3 w/Range Extender

Starging MSRP$42,400$46,250
Engine
HP170 hp170 hp
DrivetrainRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
City137 MPG-
Highway111 MPG-
Combined124 MPG117 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost

2015 i3 Hatchback comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $6,225 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, i3 has a class-leading fuel economy of 124 mpg.

Safety

  • Complaints: 42
  • Recalls: 3

Customers have filed forty-two complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively high number.

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Last updated on Jul 13, 2018 - 19:00:27 ET
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