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Used 2017 BMW i3 Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Practical Car

Bimmerman, 02/23/2023
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

The car is a little quirky, but overall I love it. Suicide doors are nice in some circumstances and in others not so much. Kids have a little step to get over when going in and out but overall I feel they are very safe in it since the rear seats are so low. The car shelters them. Drives fantastic and has the basic automotive accoutrements for a local commuter. Most folks don't need a local commuter to go more than a 140 miles in a day. This thing is great for that. I don't need something that goes 300 miles, nor do I want that. The pricepoint is perfect for an electric, "first-timer" vehicle. It has unique tires but they last quite a while. There is no maintenance on the car! Change the break fluid and tires, and that's it. I hvae put 17,000 miles on the car. Winter is a bit of a power suck, so plan a little for that. Spring, summer, and expecially fall maximize the economy of this car. I really enjoy driving it. The power is great and it rides smooth. Regenerative braking works like it should. I don't even use the actual brake pedal anymore...my wife still can't grasp that concept. The other unique feature about this car is that it is the only car out there that is made entirely from recycled materials. It's a great little car; I think you would be surprised.

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Zero Gallons Per Mile

Brett, 08/12/2023
2017 BMW i3 60 Ah 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

We’ve had our i3 for three years now. What a great car. My only complaint is that they quit making them.

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Perfect commuter

DC, 04/05/2022
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

In a world of $4.00/gallon gas, this car makes more sense than ever. The range extender makes an electric car practical for everyone

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car

Jay Lilley, 01/23/2023
2016 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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My wife’s work is 2.5 miles from home. The BMW i3 is the perfect commuter cat for her. We have had very few issues with this car.

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RE ARRANGE YOUR THINKING

GARY AINT WHITE, 04/05/2024
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
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BMW is the master. After owning a sl 500 benz this i3 is the most outstanding city car i have ever dreamed of owning. Drop the mic!!!!!!!!

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