BMW i3 2014 Review

Do you enjoy driving a nice car that is also affordable? The BMW i3 is one such vehicle. The i3 is a battery electric super mini car manufactured by BMW from 2013 to 2022. BMW’s first mass-produced zero-emission vehicle is the i3. So, today, CarsGuide is examining this ride, which was manufactured in 2014.

Exterior Design

When discussing the exterior of the i3, let’s start with how the front is built. Front lights include fog lights, LED daytime running lights, and halogen headlights. Anyone looking at the front of the i3 may see that it is a little car.

On the side, there are 19-inch alloy wheels. The front wheels have Disc-Ventilated brakes, while the rear wheels have Disc brakes. The total length is 3999 mm. Body-colored door handles can be seen. The indicator and folding power mirrors are also visible.
The rear windshield is equipped with a demister. A minor spoiler is visible. We can see an integrated roof diversity antenna in the back. The back windshield features a wiper and a washer as well. A high-mounted stop light is present. Its rear lights are LEDs.

Because the i3 has a hatchback body style, the average ground clearance should be 168 mm. However, the producers have specified a ground clearance of 140 mm. This is commonly referred to as adequate ground clearance.

When it comes to the boot, the i3 has a capacity of 260 liters. There is no loading lip on it. As a result, loading and unloading items is a breeze. The back seats may be folded if necessary, and the boot space can be expanded to 1100 liters.

Interior Design

Two leather seats can be found in the driver’s cabin. These are made to be extremely comfy. Even the tallest person can fit in without difficulty. The seats are manually adjustable. There is plenty of leg and headroom. Another feature you can see is a driver’s foot rest.

The steering wheel is made of leather, and is tillable. There is also telescopic adjustability. Furthermore, multi-function choices are available. Power windows are visible. Even the doors appear to be very powerful at first glance. There are standard-sized door bins. An illuminated glove box compartment, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, grab handles, sun visors with vanity mirrors, and cup holders are all visible. The i3 has an AUX/USB input socket, a 12-Volt power outlet, a 4-speaker sound system, and a multi-function control panel.

The i3’s passenger compartment has three leather seats. The headrests on these seats are adjustable. The passenger cabin provides adequate head and legroom. Although it has three seats, it is difficult for three persons to travel because the center seat includes cup holders. However, two passengers can travel comfortably. Seat back pockets are available in the front seats.

Performance

The i3 is propelled by a Lithium-Ion battery and an electric motor. This results in a power output of 170 horsepower and torque of 184 Nm, and comes with a single-speed automatic transmission. This i3 is available as a rear-wheel drive vehicle. The car can reach 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. The top speed is 108 kilometers per hour. The fuel tank holds 1.9 gallons.

Ride Quality

We will now discuss the i3’s ride. The windshield provides the driver with a good view. The steering wheel may feel stiff while driving, and also makes a squeaky noise.

Safety & Technology

Let’s discuss how the manufacturers considered the i3’s safety. Side airbags and head airbags have been included to ensure the driver and passengers’ safety.

Engine immobilizer, cruise control, traction control system, dynamic stability control, electronic parking brake, reversing camera, ISOFIX anchorage system, and park assist are among the safety features available on the i3. All four wheels now have the ABS safety feature. With these facts, the i3 has received a 5-star ANCAP safety certification.