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Almost perfect electric vehicle

SEAN MARTIN, 12/22/2016
2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

Fun too drive. Supet quiet. Zero emissions. After this great experience with first electric car, I don't think I could go back to another internal combustion vehicle. Electric range of 200+ miles and a 5th seat would make it perfect.

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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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Best city commuter

Lukasmpeter, 08/06/2018
2018 BMW i3 s 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

Don’t assume you’ll need to install L2 charging equipment. Have been driving this car for almost 3 years plus a Soul EV, both used for commuting in a two person household, charging on a single 120v receptacle has been working fine.

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A sporty version of the most polarized EV

victor.ct.cho@gmail.com, 06/14/2018
2018 BMW i3 s 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful

The price is high but Costco manufacturers ncentive helped the purchase a lot. One of the few rear wheel driven EVs on market. The range is sufficient for daily commute. If you are a tall person the tall interior will make you smile. Visibility is awesome. The carbon fiber frame is so strong and stiff there are creaks.

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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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