2017 BMW i3 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2017 BMW i3 (35–124 MPG/MPGe combined) across 3 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2-cyl, 0.6 L
- Fuel type
- Electricity, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 35–124 MPG/MPGe
- Annual fuel cost
- $600–$2,350
- Configurations
- 3
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-cyl 0.6 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 36 | 33 | 35 | $2,350 | 29 g/mi | 180 mi |
| Electricity · Rear-Wheel Drive | 129–137 | 106–111 | 118–124 | $600–$650 | 0 g/mi | 114 mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i3 BEV (60 Amp-hour battery) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Electricity | 137 | 111 | 124 | $600 |
| i3 BEV (94 Amp-hour battery) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Electricity | 129 | 106 | 118 | $650 |
| i3 REX (94 Amp-hour battery) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 2 | 0.6 | Premium Gasoline | 36 | 33 | 35 | $2,350 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2017 BMW i3?
According to EPA data, the 2017 BMW i3 is rated at 35 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations, and 118–124 MPGe combined for its electric configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2017 BMW i3 have?
The EPA data lists 2 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2017 BMW i3 use?
It is offered with Electricity and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2017 BMW i3?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $600 to $2,350.