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2017 BMW i3
Hatchback · 2017–2021
Trims and features
What changed for 2017
First year we have trim data for.
2017 i3 trims
| 60 Ah Lower Range | 94 Ah | 94 Ah Range Extender | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $42,400 | $44,450 | $48,300 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | — | — | W20K06U0 |
| Horsepower | 170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Transmission | GE1B132H | GE1B132H | GE1B133H |
| Drivetrain | Rwd | Rwd | Rwd |
| Electric range | 81 mi | 114 mi | — |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo behind last row | 15.1 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 36.9 cu ft | 36.9 cu ft | 36.9 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Length | 157.8 in | 157.8 in | 157.8 in |
| Curb weight | 2,886 lb | 2,961 lb | 3,234 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Parking sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Cloth + option | Cloth + option |
| Heated seats | Front | Front | Front |
| Exterior | |||
| Wheels | 19 in + option | 19 in + option | 19 in + option |
Packages and options (35)
| 60 Ah Lower Range | 94 Ah | 94 Ah Range Extender | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giga World $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mega World $1,400 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assistance Package $1,000 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Technology + Driving Assistant Package $2,350 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tera World $2,600 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Moonroof $1,000 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| BMW Connected App Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Online and BMW Apps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remove Ashtray/Lighter | — | Optional | Optional |
| Smoker's Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Universal Garage-Door Opener | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System $800 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| ACC Stop and Go + Active Driving Assistant | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assistant | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear View Camera | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Giga 19" BMW i Light Alloy Turbine Wheels Style 429 with All-Season Tires | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Sport 20" BMW i Light Alloy Double Spoke Wheels Style 430 with Mixed Tires $1,300 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mega 19" BMW i Light Alloy Star Spoke Wheels Style 427 with All-Season Tires | Standard | — | — |
| Tera 19" BMW i Light Alloy Turbine Wheels Style 428 with All-Season Tires | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Oak Wood Trim | — | Optional | Optional |
| Light Eucalyptus Wood Trim | — | Optional | Optional |
| Capparis White with BMW i Frozen Blue Accent | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fluid Black with Highlight BMW i Blue $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ionic Silver Metallic with BMW i Frozen Blue Accent $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Grey with BMW i Frozen Blue Accent $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Silver with BMW i Frozen Blue Accent $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Protonic Blue Metallic with Frozen Grey Accent $700 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Deka Dark Cloth | — | Optional | Optional |
| Giga Cassia Natural Leather and Carum Spice Grey Wool Cloth | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec and Carum Spice Grey Cloth | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tera Dalbergia Brown Full Natural Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: i3 2018–2023, i3 2023 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | BMW i3 BEV 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | BMW i3 REX 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | BMW i3 BEV 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | BMW i3 REX 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | BMW I3 BEV 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 13 |
| 2019 | BMW I3 REX 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 13 |
| 2018 | BMW I3 BEV 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 3 | 14 |
| 2018 | BMW I3 REX 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 3 | 14 |
| 2017 | BMW I3 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 52 |
| 2017 | BMW I3 PHEV 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 52 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | i3 | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2021 | i3 with Range Extender | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 31 |
| 2020 | i3 | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2020 | i3 with Range Extender | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 31 |
| 2019 | i3 | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2019 | i3 with Range Extender | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 31 |
| 2018 | i3 (94Ah) | Auto (A1) | 118 |
| 2018 | i3 (94Ah) with Range Extender | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 35 |
| 2017 | i3 BEV (60 Amp-hour battery) | Auto (A1) | 124 |
| 2017 | i3 BEV (94 Amp-hour battery) | Auto (A1) | 118 |
| 2017 | i3 REX (94 Amp-hour battery) | Auto (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | 35 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.