Car financing: 2015 BMW i3
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). 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
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2015 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.
2015 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 | 25 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $9.30 | $2.52 |
2015 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 2015 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 47 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (15), air bags (9) and structure (7). 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. |
| 15V628000 | 2015-10-07 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag may not deploy... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2015 BMW i3: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2015 BMW i3 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2015 BMW i3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Before you sign for the i3
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
Reading the spec sheet
It uses the 0.6L 2-cylinder hybrid and 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.
Plan on about 18 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 6.0 L/100 km. It can cover about 241 km on electricity before switching to gas. Driving 300 km costs roughly $27.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is 425 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Try before you buy
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent first, buy later: a week with the i3 answers the big questions. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $9.30 in fuel.
Which one to look for
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Get an offer
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 2015 BMW i3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2015 BMW i3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2015 BMW i3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2015 BMW i3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2015 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 2015 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 2015 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 2015 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.