2018
BMW i3

Q: What trim levels are available for the 2018 BMW i3?

The 2018 BMW i3 is available in 2 trim levels: (2 style), s (2 style)

Starts at:

$51,500

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Available trims

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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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s 94 Ah

Starts at

$47,650

107 - 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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s 94 Ah w/Range Extender

Starts at

$51,500

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

Updated styling

New performance-oriented i3s version

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

Relatively high price

Braking

Range extender recommends premium gas

No AM radio

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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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2018

5.0

BMW i3

Starts at

$44,450

97 mi.

Range

4

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric/Gas

Engine

Rear-wheel drive

Drivetrain

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2023

3.0

BMW iX

Starts at

$84,100

274 - 324 mi.

Range

5

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric

Engine

All-wheel drive

Drivetrain

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2019

4.4

BMW i3

Starts at

$44,450

153 mi.

Range

4

Seat capacity

48 month/50,000 miles

Warranty

Electric

Engine

Rear-wheel drive

Drivetrain

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2020

4.6

Chevrolet Bolt EV

Starts at

$36,620

259 mi.

Range

5

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Electric

Engine

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

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Most recent

By Larryh from Powell Butte

Owns this car

March 13, 2022

Fun Reinvented

We recently purchased an I3s and are totally amazed at the technology and joy it is to own this vehicle. It's like the feeling when you got your first car!! Everything is engineered to perfection. It's BMW through and through and my only regret is not getting one sooner.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
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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By PKS from Torrance, CA

Owns this car

May 3, 2021

Possibly the best car I've ever owned

Spacious, well designed, great styling, adequate features. Only thing you need to ask yourself is if a usefule range of about 110 to 120 miles per charge is good enough for your driving needs. If you do buy this car, make sure you buy a 220 volt charger to keep charging time to less than about 4 hours.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
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 2018 BMW i3?

The 2018 BMW i3 is available in 2 trim levels:

(2 styles)
s (2 styles)

What is the electric range of the 2018 BMW i3?

The 2018 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.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 BMW i3?

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Is the 2018 BMW i3 reliable?

The 2018 BMW i3 has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 BMW i3 owners.

Is the 2018 BMW i3 a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 BMW i3. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5

Based on 7 reviews

Comfort: 5.0
Interior: 4.9
Performance: 5.0
Value: 4.6
Exterior: 4.7
Reliability: 5.0

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