2021 BMW i3
2021 BMW i3 — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: i3
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2021 BMW i3 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2021 BMW i3 typically asks about $20,000 versus a $44,450 starting MSRP when new — roughly 45% retained. Our last NHTSA refresh shows no open recalls and no owner-complaint filings for the 2021 BMW i3. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$20,000
45% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$44,450
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2021 i3?
Our last NHTSA refresh shows a clean sheet for the 2021 BMW i3 — still verify the VIN before you buy.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
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How much does a used 2021 i3 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $20,000 in typical used asking against a $44,450 starting MSRP — roughly 45% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $44,450
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $20,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 45% of MSRP
~$24,450 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2021 i3?
The 2021 BMW i3 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The BMW i3 ended after 2021. This page covers the final model year. The 2021 BMW i3 was the final model year covered in this catalog. The BMW i3 is a high-roof, five-door, four passenger B-segment hatchback electric car manufactured and marketed by BMW from 2013 to 2022 as BMW's first mass-produced zero emissions vehicle — launched as part of BMW's electric vehicle BMW i sub-brand. Its electric powertrain uses a rear-wheel drive configuration with a single-speed transmission and an underfloor lithium-ion battery pack with an optional range-extending petrol engine.
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 157.5 × 70.1 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Final U.S. model year.
How does the 2021 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 170 hp, 0–60 in 7.2 s, 153 mi. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
170 hp
0–60
7.2 s
EV range
153 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2021 selected trim (~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$549
5-year energy
$2,743
- Powertrain
- Battery electric
- Based on
- ~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $0.16/kWh · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- Electric + range extender opt.
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electrification
- BEV
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 157.5 in
- Width
- 70.1 in
- Height
- 62.2 in
- Wheelbase
- 101.2 in
- Curb weight
- 2634.5 lb
- Seating
- 4
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Electric range
- 153 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | i3 | i3s |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 170 hp | 184 hp |
| 0–60 | 7.2 s | 6.8 s |
| Engine | Electric + range extender opt. | Electric + range extender opt. |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seating | 4 | 4 |
| EV range | 153 mi | 153 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | — | 7.2s | — | RWD | |
| 184 | — | 6.8s | — | RWD |