BMW i3
The future of the city car doesn't have to be boring. Case in point: the BMW i3, updated for 2018. With its unique look and advanced technology, the electric car is equipped, in the Range Extender version, with a small gasoline engine that provides extra range. Its electric motor generates 170 horsepower and the gas engine is a 38-horsepower two cylinder. In fully electric mode, the i3 can travel up to about 200 km.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 72% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 6/10 |
| Safety | 6/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 7/10 |
What's new in 2018
N/A
Pros
- Convincing performance in urban setting
- You can almost drive it with only one pedal
- Original look
- Great style of the cabin
Cons
- Very high price
- Front tires quickly saturated
- Firm ride
- Average range
- Slow to charge using a 120 V outlet