Auto loans: 2018 BMW i3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 6.8 L/100 km, or 18.2 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 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 | 6.6 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Combined | 6.8 L/100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 290 km | 183 km |
| CO₂ | 18 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $10.54 | $2.73 |
2018 BMW i3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 2 | |
| MPG city (US) | 36 | 128 MPGe |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 103 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 35 | 115 MPGe |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 42 | |
| Charge at 240 V | 5 hours | 5 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$2,350 | US$650 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,108 | $546 |
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 2018 BMW i3
- NHTSA lists 3 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 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel/propulsion system (3), steering (3) and structure (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V310000 | 2019-04-17 | hybrid propulsion system | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 i3 BEV and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high voltage electrical power. |
| 18V652000 | 2018-09-20 | equipment:electrical | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable... |
| 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)... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2018 BMW i3
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 BMW i3 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before buying the 2018 BMW i3, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
What to check on the i3
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the figures tell you
Power comes from the 0.6L 2-cylinder hybrid, driving through a 1-speed automatic. 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.
The EPA rates it at 6.8 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 20 litres. It can cover about 290 km on electricity before switching to gas. That works out to about $10.54 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
The i3 in everyday use
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. At 425 litres, the trunk fits a family's bags for a long weekend.
A good match for
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Try before you buy
A week with the i3 answers more than any brochure. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent the i3 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $10.54 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $105.40 at our price setting.
Year and trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Ready to ask?
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2018 BMW i3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 BMW i3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 BMW i3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 BMW i3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 BMW i3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 BMW i3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2108.00.
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.