BMW i3
2018–2021 model years · Generation introduced 2014
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- Available years
- 2018–2021
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $7,250–$14,125
The overview
BMW's i3 is built from the ground up, not a conversion. It is a rear-wheel-drive, four-seat hatchback with a pair of rear-hinged back doors. The electric drive produces the equivalent of 170 hp. An optional two-cylinder engine acts as a generator to extend the range beyond the 72 miles, to about 150 total. Charge times are 4.5 hours on 240-volt circuit, through the 7.4-kW onboard charger. The car uses an aluminum frame and carbon fiber structure to reduce weight. Despite its tall stance the car is very agile. It feels quick and easy to maneuver. The pronounced deceleration when lifting off the gas pedal takes some getting used to. 2017 brought a larger 94 amp-hour battery (up from 60 amp-hour) and models with the range extender engine got a slightly bigger fuel tank, now up to 2.4 gallons. In 2019, the battery grew again, as did the range--which is now up to 153 miles. Despite its tall stance the car is very agile. It feels quick and easy to maneuver, but the ride is rather stiff.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 ↗ Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed | $14,125 | Not rated | Not rated | 113 MPGe |
| 2020 ↗ Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed | $11,350 | Not rated | Not rated | 39 MPGe |
| 2019 ↗ Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed | $9,125 | Not rated | Not rated | 39 MPGe |
| 2018 ↗ Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed | $7,250 | 3/5 | Not rated | 39 MPGe |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2021 model
Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2021 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric luxury cars
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,125
- Retail value range
- $12,300 - $16,000
- Original MSRP range
- $44,450 - $51,500
- Trade-in range
- $8,775 - $12,475
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
Fuel economy
- EPA combined
- 113 MPGe
- Cruising range
- 155 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 157 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 650 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 20868 First published: February 14, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2020 model
Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric luxury cars
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $11,350
- Retail value range
- $9,525 - $13,975
- Original MSRP range
- $44,450 - $51,500
- Trade-in range
- $6,155 - $10,345
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 37 MPGe
- EPA highway
- 41 MPGe
- EPA combined
- 39 MPGe
- Cruising range
- 155 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 157 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 650 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 15778 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric luxury cars
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $9,125
- Retail value range
- $7,950 - $11,600
- Original MSRP range
- $44,450 - $51,500
- Trade-in range
- $4,660 - $8,040
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 37 MPGe
- EPA highway
- 41 MPGe
- EPA combined
- 39 MPGe
- Cruising range
- 155 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 157 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 650 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 13260 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2018 model
Giga 4-door hatchback Rear 0.7-liter 2 (170 hp) electric (Premium Gasoline) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2018 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric luxury cars
- Generation began
- 2014
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $7,250
- Retail value range
- $6,050 - $9,150
- Original MSRP range
- $44,450 - $51,500
- Trade-in range
- $2,860 - $5,740
Ratings
- Road test score
- 66/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 37 MPGe
- EPA highway
- 41 MPGe
- EPA combined
- 39 MPGe
- Annual fuel cost
- $430
- Cruising range
- 130 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 157 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 650 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 11406 First published: July 15, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
