Used 2017 BMW i3 60 Ah Hatchback Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2017 BMW i3 60 Ah Hatchback.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Driving a spaceship
Amanda Shumack, Santa Monica, CA, 11/07/2017
2017 BMW i3 60 Ah 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
This is my second i3, and the extra battery range is a game-changer. I also got the REX this time, and it really does make this feel like a "normal" car for my driving. I love the dark interior woodwork, and I feel like I'm driving a spaceship to work every day. I love it!
Zero Gallons Per Mile
Brett, Las Vegas, NV, 08/12/2023
2017 BMW i3 60 Ah 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
We’ve had our i3 for three years now. What a great car. My only complaint is that they quit making them.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 BMW i3 60 Ah Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Expanded driving range meet most daily needs
- Pro:Strong yet lightweight chassis makes it quick and nimble
- Pro:Attractive and well-crafted interior has a unique architectural style
- Pro:Commanding driving position is highly adjustable
- Con:Reverse-hinged rear doors not ideal for passengers in parking lots
- Con:Range extender is not intended for cross-country travel
- Con:Cargo area isn't large, and has a high load floor
Which i3 does Edmunds recommend?
This year's addition of a larger battery makes it less necessary to opt for the Range Extender version. Now with 114 miles of electric range, the pure electric i3 base model has more than enough to satisfy your daily needs. And we figure the money we'd save by not getting the Range Extender would be better spent on the Technology + Driving Assistant package (enhanced widescreen navigation, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking) and one of three available interior upgrades.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 BMW i3 Hatchback
Driving
5.0The BMW i3 is a surprisingly good all-around performer, and the i3 REX is no exception. The range extender adds 265 pounds, but it doesn't upset the finely balanced handling and responsive steering. It's a touch slower to 60 mph, but 7.1 seconds to 60 mph is still quick in the EV segment.
Comfort
4.0The seats and seating position are surprisingly comfortable, and the ride exhibits a level of polish you might not expect. It's very quiet, too, in all-electric mode. But you'll hear the gas generator if the battery runs out of juice and the i3 switches to extended-range mode.
Interior
4.5The i3's functional and friendly cabin is an inviting place to spend your commute. There's a lot of no-nonsense practicality but oodles of style and innovative design, too.
Utility
4.0Plentiful storage in the cabin, but the 11.2-cubic-foot trunk is small and a bit high because the motor is under the floor. Rear-hinged doors are mostly a boon to attending to kids in car seats; they're especially good for forward-facing seats but less ideal for some bulkier rear-facing ones.
Technology
4.5The i3 comes across as a very technology-rich machine in standard form, and just one package — the Technology + Driving Assistant package — gets you the upgraded navigation and the most desirable active driving aids. Get the Parking Assistant package for a rear camera and automated parking.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 BMW i3 in Ohio is:
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