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Used 2017 BMW i3 Consumer Reviews

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Mr. Brewer, 08/09/2017
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

It's Not for everybody. I feel I got more than a car I have technology

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1 out of 5 stars

Want to be disappointed everyday?

Kelly Moden, 03/15/2019
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
9 of 18 people found this review helpful

I’ve owned 14 cars. This has been the absolute worst even though I thought it was going to be the best yet. Systemic computer problems. I mean safety posing malfunctioning electronics. Tires are PAPER THIN and I’ve had to replace SIX in 2.5 years. Plus the tires cost $350/each at the dealer, firestone is about 60% of that cost. Service was atrocious. And corporate was even worse when I filed a complaint about the computer problems (took it in 9 times over 6-months and then just gave up). Now the seat heaters don’t work but I’m not wasting any more of my time on this car, especially since the lease is up in 2 months....HALLELUJAH. If you want sheer frustration every single time you drive, buy this car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Worth every penny.

Chad, 05/19/2016
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
18 of 42 people found this review helpful

I was hesitant on going full electric -- there is a lot of opinions and propaganda out there. I don't regret it at all. This car is top notch quality and performance.

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5 out of 5 stars

Reliable, comfortable, spacious and affordable car

Cristiano Monsalves, 04/18/2020
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

The most amazing experience we have had in all our cars; ever. Price is a bit higher than it should be, do not buy new; other than that. AMAZING!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great EV with Range Extender

Michael, 10/19/2022
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The comfort and fun of the BMW driving experience in an EV. BMW built in a Range Extender which is a small 2.5 gallon generator that automatically kicks in when the battery runs low to add on another 78 to 80 miles to the range.

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