2017
BMW i3

Q: What trim levels are available for the 2017 BMW i3?

The 2017 BMW i3 is available in 1 trim level: (3 style)

Starts at:

$48,300

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60 Ah

Starts at

$42,400

114 mi.

Range

4

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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94 Ah

Starts at

$44,450

97 - 114 mi.

Range

4

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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94 Ah w/Range Extender

Starts at

$48,300

97 mi.

Range

4

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric/Gas

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Notable features

New higher-capacity battery pack for longer range

New power moonroof available

All-electric four-seat hatchback

Gasoline range-extending engine available

Rear-wheel drive

The good & the bad

The good

Acceleration

Ride comfort

Overall range with gasoline extender

Cabin space

Urban-friendly dimensions, turning circle

The bad

Low-grip tires

Bluetooth audio, backup camera not standard

Relatively high price

Braking

Range extender recommends premium gas

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

12 years

Powertrain

4 years / 50,000 miles

Maintenance

3 years / 36,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles

Basic

1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty

Dealer certification

196-point inspection

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Range

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Seat capacity

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Warranty

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By Ed from Syracuse, NY

Owns this car

February 24, 2025

Have put about 12,000 miles on a used 94ah Rex over the

Have put about 12,000 miles on a used 94ah Rex over the past year. It's a unique little car to be sure, with some substantial upsides and downsides. First the good stuff: It's a fantastic city / mall / school drop off / tight quarters car. Very quick under 50 mph, turning radius of a bike, only a bit larger footprint than

a Mini. Just a fun little car to zip around in. The interior fits 4 pretty comfortably, and it's a pretty open, airy feeling despite being so small. Not cramped at all. I really like the styling as well, and it's on the cheap end of cars we've owned over the past 15 years. It's been pretty reliable for the most part, but the Rex does not seem to like to sit for long periods without use. It threw codes several times during the first couple months, all of which cleared and did not immediately recur. I believe it sat at the dealer for many months prior to me purchasing it. After that initial spat of codes, it's worked flawlessly. Range is fine for around town, I would not attempt long distance travel, though you COULD do it. I have always charged it at home, with a level-2 charger I installed myself. Electricity is about 1/4-1/3 the cost of gas under this setup, so it's very efficient. Now the not so good: The rear tires burn up fast, are unique to the car (no other car uses the same tire size), are kind of expensive, and honestly, the traction isn't great. Plan on replacing tires every 12-15k miles, if you make it that far. It's particularly bad in the snow. There's no way to reduce the lift off regen, so it will drag its rear end. You end up left foot braking when it's really slick to make sure you engage the ABS. Do not plan on this being your snow car. The range also goes down significantly in the winter. It'll do >100 miles of around town driving in the summer months, but that's more like 60-70 when it gets cold. Has to run the heat pump, heat the battery, etc. It's only got 4 seats (2 in back). A tiny middle seat probably makes more sense, though it would only be for small children. The BMW connected app subscription is basically a requirement to connect to your utility and get credit for charging off peak (if it's available in your region). It's $120 a year, which is typical German luxury xx. The Odd: The exterior is...different. It sure does attract attention. I guess to each his or her own. Rear suicide doors work pretty well, but they come with a bit of a learning curve. At least people can get in back without front passengers having to get out or bend over. It has a scooter engine, and it sounds like it too! My take: It's a great 3rd car for a family that does a lot of pick up / drop off, grocery-getting, commuting, etc. in a relatively small radius (say 20 miles max, each way). Under that setup, it's very cheap to run, it's fun to drive, it fits everywhere, and it's a nice place to spend time. As the only household car, forget it. As the 2nd car in a 2-car household? Only if you don't spend a ton of time in freezing weather / snow. But in a household where it competes with an M2, an Odyssey and a Cayenne, I put more miles on the i3 than any of the other cars over the past year. So I clearly like the darn thing! Other Recommendation: Get bimmercode app and code on a function that allows you to manually start the Rex at any time the battery is under 75%. Waiting til it hits 6% to turn on automatically isn't going to run it often enough to keep it happy. You don't want to run the battery that empty very often either.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Transporting family
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 4.0

Value 3.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 4.0

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By Bitsy Blue

Owns this car

August 12, 2024

I've been a BMW fan since the 1980s and wanted to go

I've been a BMW fan since the 1980s and wanted to go electric at an affordable price. I recently purchased a 2017 ReX with 25k miles in excellent condition. So far, it's proving a great solution for my needs. I've been able to charge using only the 110 outlet supplied and have only had to use the gasoline motor a few times.

My only issue is limited rear storage, but since I seldom have back seat passengers that roomy area provides plenty of extra carrying space. Warning: tires (especially on the rear) wear out quickly, with the only option expensive. I replaced all four when I bought the car, although I could have just gotten by with the rears (no front to back rotation is possible. At first glance, the exterior appearance seems weird, but I've gotten used to it. And I love the roomy, simple interior.

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 BMW i3?

The 2017 BMW i3 is available in 1 trim level:

(3 styles)

What is the electric range of the 2017 BMW i3?

The 2017 BMW i3 can travel 97 miles on a single charge depending on electric motor and battery options.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

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Is the 2017 BMW i3 reliable?

The 2017 BMW i3 has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 BMW i3 owners.

Is the 2017 BMW i3 a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 BMW i3. 86.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5

Based on 30 reviews

Comfort: 4.3
Interior: 4.5
Performance: 4.4
Value: 4.1
Exterior: 4.4
Reliability: 4.4

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