2017 BMW i3 Hatchback

2017 i3

Overview
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Competition

$129 /mo. Lease From
92.3 mpge AVG, Comb.
7.0 sec. 0-60 MPH
81 - 114 miles Electric Range
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BMW i3 is a four-seat Plug-in Hybrid and Fully Electric compact vehicle in the Electric Luxury Hatchback category. For the 2017 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same hybrid engine that produces 170 horsepower, which is enough for the 2,886 to 3,234 lbs. hatchback to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.0 seconds. The i3 is capable of traveling 81 to 114 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes four to five hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries. Based on the estimated annual electricity spending of $550 to $2,000, in five years you will save $7,750 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. You can lease a 2017 BMW i3 60 Ah starting from $129 per month.

2017 BMW i3 60 Ah / 94 Ah w/Range Extender

Offers

Lease

According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2017 BMW i3 60 Ah starting from $129 a month with $2,999 due at signing.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: 80.3 in
Width W/O Mirrors: 69.9 in
Length: 157.8 in
Height: 62.1 in
Wheelbase: 101.2 in

2017 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 2886 - 3234 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 40.5 inHip Room: -Head Room: 39.6 inShoulder Room: 53.6 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 31.9 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.2 inShoulder Room: 49.2 in

Trunk Volume

15.1 ft³

2017 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. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 15.1 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2017 i3 60 Ah	2017 i3 Base	2017 i3 w/Range Extender
Starging MSRP	$42,400	$44,450	$48,300
Engine	Electric Motor	Electric Motor	Electric Motor
HP	170 hp	170 hp	170 hp
Drivetrain	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
0-60 mph	7.0 sec	7.2 sec	8.0 sec
Electric City Range	89.0 ml.	123.8 ml.	103.03 ml.
Electric Highway Range	71.6 ml.	101.9 ml.	90.55 ml.
Electric Combined Range	81 ml.	114 ml.	97 ml.
City	137 MPGe	129 MPGe	118 MPGe
Highway	111 MPGe	106 MPGe	103 MPGe
Combined	124 MPGe	118 MPGe	111 MPGe
Annual Fuel Cost	$550	$600	$2,000

2017 i3 Hatchback comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $7,827 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, i3 has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 92.3 mpg.

Safety

Complaints: 29
Recalls: 3

Customers have filed twenty-nine complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively low number.