2017 BMW i3 vs. 2018 BMW i3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 BMW i3 and 2018 BMW i3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 BMW i3 and the 2018 BMW i3.
When we compare the 2017 BMW i3's and the 2018 BMW i3's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW i3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 BMW i3 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2017 BMW i3 and 2018 BMW i3 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 BMW i3's and the 2018 BMW i3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2017 BMW i3 ranges from $8,895 to $17,123 while a used 2018 BMW i3 is priced between $10,972 to $20,963.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 BMW i3 and the 2018 BMW i3 both lose 69.2 percent of their value.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 BMW i3 and the 2018 BMW i3 makes 168 horsepower. Both the i3 and the i3 are rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with highway ranges of 81 and 124 miles respectively. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the i3 is 4 hours (240V), while the charge time for the i3 is 5 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric compact cars, the 2017 BMW i3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The 2018 BMW i3 has the advantage in the areas of cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
42400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
38700
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
35000 - 42400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
44450
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
39725
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
35000 - 44450
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
13192
Price Range:
8895 - 17123
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
15670
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
13192 - 18148
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
15
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
66356
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
15781
Price Range:
10972 - 20963
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
18223
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
15781 - 20665
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
53129
# Good or Great Deals:
15
BMW i3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 BMW i3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 BMW i3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.631082985877476
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
94.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
6.6 - 182.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.857078663339606
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
135.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
6.9 - 263.3
BMW i3 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 22Ranking
19 out of / 22Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 22Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 30BMW i3 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 22Ranking
19 out of / 22Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 22Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Plug-In Hybrid
2017 BMW i3 Trim Levels
60 Ah, 94 Ah
2018 BMW i3 Trim Levels
Base, s
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
168 hp
Torque:
184 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
168 hp
Torque:
184 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
MPGe:
127 / 111 / 124
Range (city/hwy):
81 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
33 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
4 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
MPGe:
127 / 106 / 118
Range (city/hwy):
124 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
33 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
5 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.2 inches
Cargo Space:
9.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.2 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2886 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
157.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2961 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
158.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
155/70R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
155/70R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Fluid Black w/ Highlight BMW i Blue
Gray
Mineral Grey w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Silver
Ionic Silver Metallic w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent / Platinum Silver w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
White
Capparis White w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Fluid Black w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Gray
Mineral Grey w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Silver
Not available
White
Capparis White w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent / Protonic Blue Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent
Interior Colors
Brown
Tera Dalbergia Brown
Gray
Giga Cassia / Mega Carum Spice Grey
Interior Colors
Brown
Tera Dalbergia Brown
Gray
Atelier European Dark / Giga Brown / Mega Carum Spice Grey
