Trade in: 2011 BMW Active E
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 20.5 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 20.5 kWh/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2011 BMW Active E 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.
2011 BMW Active E specs
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Combined | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 151 km |
| CO₂ | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $3.08 |
2011 BMW Active E: every figure
| MPG city (US) | 107 MPGe |
|---|---|
| MPG highway (US) | 96 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 102 MPGe |
| Charge at 240 V | 5 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 170 L (6 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at 15 cents a kWh) | $616 |
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 2011 BMW Active E
- 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.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V017000 | 2013-01-17 | power train:automatic transmission | BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 1-Series ActiveE passenger vehicles manufactured August 17, 2011, through December 19, 2011. Due to an insufficient sealing of the drivetrain housing assembly there may be a lack of grease lubrication on the gear shaft that transfers power from the electric motor to the... |
| 12V302000 | 2012-06-28 | steering:electric power assist system | BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 1-SERIES ACTIVE E AND MODEL YEAR 2012 Z4 VEHICLES. VARIATIONS IN ELECTRICAL CURRENT MAY OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM, LEADING TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2011 BMW Active E
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2011 BMW Active E for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2011 BMW Active E, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the Active E
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
The numbers in plain words
The powertrain here is the electric motor with rear-wheel drive and a 1-speed automatic. Being electric, it is quiet and quick from a stop, and it charges at home, at work or at public chargers. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Rated energy use is 20.5 kWh per 100 km. On paper it goes 151 km between charges, less in winter. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $9.24 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$750 a year for 15,000 miles.
What the Active E is like
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 170 litre trunk is enough for about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Who rents the Active E
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Drive it on your own roads
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the Active E on your commute before you commit to it. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $30.80 at our price setting.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Within the 2011 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.
Next step
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 2011 BMW Active E from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 BMW Active E for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 BMW Active E
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 BMW Active E?
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 2011 BMW Active E 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 2011 BMW Active E have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 BMW Active E cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $616.00.
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.