Car leasing: BMW i3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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.
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We do not have a 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.
Every BMW i3 year
| Year | Combined use | Powertrains | Canadian trims |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Not rated | ||
| 2021 | 7.7 L/100 km, from 18.5 kWh/100 km | 4 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2020 | 7.7 L/100 km, from 18.5 kWh/100 km | 4 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2019 | 7.7 L/100 km, from 18.5 kWh/100 km | 4 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2018 | 6.8 L/100 km, from 17.8 kWh/100 km | 4 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2017 | 6.7 L/100 km, from 16.8 kWh/100 km | 3 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2016 | 6.0 L/100 km, from 16.8 kWh/100 km | 2 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2015 | 6.0 L/100 km, from 16.8 kWh/100 km | 2 (electric, plug-in hybrid) | |
| 2014 | 6.0 L/100 km, from 16.8 kWh/100 km | 2 (electric, plug-in hybrid) |
Recalls and complaints by year
| Year | Recall campaigns | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 13 |
| 2018 | 3 | 14 |
| 2017 | 3 | 53 |
| 2016 | 2 | 33 |
| 2015 | 3 | 47 |
| 2014 | 4 | 76 |
Source: NHTSA (US) recalls and owner complaints by model year. A recall in the US often has a Canadian twin from Transport Canada.
Thinking of buying the BMW i3?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no BMW i3 for sale by us right now. We do not lease cars. A monthly rental has no long contract: each booking runs up to 365 days. Here is what to know about the BMW i3 before buying one.
What to check on the i3
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Reading the spec sheet
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Inside and out
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city.
Who rents the i3
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Drive it on your own roads
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A week with the i3 answers more than any brochure. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Narrowing it down
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. The years table on this page shows where the i3 changed. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Next step
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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 BMW i3 from us first.
Ask us about the BMW i3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a BMW i3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the BMW i3
Does CarmaCars sell the 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 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.
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.