Trade in: BMW i3
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Rent a BMW i3 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
Every BMW i3 year
| Year | Combined use | Powertrains | Canadian trims |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Figures by trim | ||
| 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.
The BMW i3 for buyers
No BMW i3 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Buying the BMW i3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
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. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
What the specs mean
No fuel-use rating is published for this model year, so we leave those figures out.
Good uses for the i3
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
What to expect from the i3
As a small car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight.
A longer test drive
Rent the i3 for a week and see how it fits your life. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Narrowing it down
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. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Next step
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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.
Find me this car
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?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one 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.