2016 BMW i3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 6.0 L/100 km, or 16.8 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2016 BMW i3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2016 BMW i3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0.6L 2-cylinder hybrid | Electric motor |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Electric |
| City | 5.7 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Highway | 6.3 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Combined | 6.0 L/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 241 km | 130 km |
| CO₂ | 23 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $9.30 | $2.52 |
2016 BMW i3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 2 | |
| MPG city (US) | 41 | 137 MPGe |
| MPG highway (US) | 37 | 111 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 39 | 124 MPGe |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 47 | |
| Charge at 240 V | 4 hours | 4 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,100 | US$600 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,860 | $504 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 BMW i3
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (10), steering (8) and air bags (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17V720000 | 2017-11-16 | air bags:frontal | 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)... |
| 17V088000 | 2017-02-09 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2016 BMW i3?
No 2016 BMW i3 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Buying the 2016 BMW i3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the i3
There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure, steering and air bags; have those parts checked.
Under the hood
The powertrain to know here is the 0.6L 2-cylinder hybrid, with rear-wheel drive. It is a plug-in hybrid: it runs on electricity for a short distance, then on gas like a regular hybrid. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
By the EPA's combined rating of 6.0 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 18 litres. On electricity alone it is rated for about 241 km before the gas engine takes over. In energy, every 100 km costs about $9.30 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who it is for
Its low fuel use suits long commutes and high-kilometre weeks. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Practical details
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. The EPA measures its luggage space at 425 litres, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
A longer test drive
Rent the i3 for a week and see how it fits your life. If the i3 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A test week in the i3 tells you more than any review.
Narrowing it down
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Within the 2016 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$2,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $93 at our price setting.
Make a request
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 BMW i3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 BMW i3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 BMW i3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 BMW i3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 BMW i3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 BMW i3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 BMW i3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,100 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $1860.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.