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Used 2017 BMW i3 Consumer Reviews

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Surprisingly Complete “City Car”

SMLBill, 03/05/2019
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I was nervous about buying an i3 without a range extender. This car proved me totally wrong! It is pure electric. I always have plenty of reserve for my local errands. The thing is a pocket rocket! No one can out run me at a stop light! It is short, with the tightest turning circle of any car on the market. If you can’t get into,that super tight parking space, it will do it for you. Though limited on storage, there is plenty for every day needs. I LOVE this car! I wish I’d bought one years ago..

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Love my rocket

Cruz control, 01/08/2017
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Know your charging stations in the area

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Love love love this car.

W.Peters, 10/15/2016
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

Handles beautifully, smooth, comfortable ride, cool interior, very quiet, amazing acceleration and so far, at 1,500 miles have put 1 gallon of gas. Best car ever. Beats much more expensive cars.

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Luxury Car for a Steal

Rick Scott, 05/10/2019
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

If you don't have access to a plug at home, logistics of charging could be a bit of a challenge. That being said, I have two because, for the price, there is no better electric car on the market. And by price, I mean a 2-3 year old CPO. I highly recommend purchasing a used one. I would not even consider buying a new one. The depreciation on this car is steep. So, after 2 years, a used one costs less than 1/2 the price of the original. But, you are essentially getting a new car since electric cars don't have all the mechanical and engine issues that a used ICE has. So, for $17,500, each, total $35,000, I have 2 essentially brand new cars for less than one moderately optioned new Tesla Model 3.

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Quiet Screaming Electric Bimmer

Timmer, 11/26/2018
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Careful if you have a heavy foot - You’ll be going 80mph before you know it! It’s one of the fastest cars off the line I’ve ever driven plus it’s quiet - It’s a joy to drive! Very roomy for a small car & fits nicely in our tight garage. I hardly think I could have gotten a better car for my needs.

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