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BMW I3 2016
Carsguide Contributing journalist Peter Anderson had this to say at the time: The i3 is a terrific car if you can afford the high price of entry. Once you're in, it's cheap to run even on expensive electricity and the hundred extra kilometres provided by the range extender is worth the further outlay.
You can read the full review here.This is what Peter Anderson liked most about this particular version of the BMW I3: Cheap to run, Fun to drive, Genuinely innovative
BMW i Series 2016 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| BMW i Series Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I8 Hybrid | Coupe | 1.5L Hyb/PULP 6 SP AUTO | $120,670 | $138,710 | |
| I3 | Hatchback | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $34,210 | $40,700 | |
| I3 Hybrid | Hatchback | — Hyb/ULP 1 SP AUTO | $37,730 | $44,440 | |
BMW I3 2016 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the BMW I3 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Range rating for electric cars?
We're at the dawn of the electric era and waiting for an official global standard. It's not about charging the batteries but the range you get for the charge. A simple standard is being developed in Europe. I can recall the confusion when we switched away from the imperial miles per gallon standard in Australia - the economy number got smaller instead of larger when expressed in L/100 km.
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BMW I3 2016 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2016 BMW I3 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1775mm x 1578mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| BMW I3 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I3 | Hatchback | 1578x1775x3999 mm | 140 mm | |
| I3 Hybrid | Hatchback | 1578x1775x3999 mm | 140 mm | |
BMW I3 2016 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2016 BMW I3 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the BMW I3 spans from 19x5 inches.
| BMW I3 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I3 | Hatchback | 155x70 R19 | 19x5 inches | 175x60 R19 | 19x5.5 inches | |
| I3 Hybrid | Hatchback | 155x70 R19 | 19x5 inches | 175x60 R19 | 19x5.5 inches | |
BMW I3 2016 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2016 BMW I3 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The BMW I3 is available with the following fuel types: Electric and Hyb/ULP.
| BMW I3 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I3 | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| I3 Hybrid | Hatchback | Hyb/ULP,1 SP AUTO | — | |
BMW I3 2016 News
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