How much does the 2018 BMW i3s cost?

The 2018 BMW i3s has a starting MSRP of $47,650, ranging up to $51,500 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes s from $47,650.

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 BMW i3s?

The 2018 BMW i3s achieves up to 35 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

What is the electric range of the 2018 BMW i3s?

The 2018 BMW i3s offers up to 107 miles of EPA-estimated electric range.

How much cargo space does the 2018 BMW i3s have?

The 2018 BMW i3s offers up to 36.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2018 BMW i3s come in?

The 2018 BMW i3s is available in 1 trim (2 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with rear wheel drive.

2018 BMW i3s

2 trims · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$47,650 – $51,500

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$47,650

Typical monthly

$944/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2018 BMW i3s trims

Base
MSRP
$47,650
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
4
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
36.9
Max towing
—
s
MSRP
$51,500
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
36/33
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
0.6L I2 plug-in hybrid
Seating
4
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
36.9
Max towing
—

Compare 2018 BMW i3s trim specifications
Spec	Base	s
MSRP	$47,650	$51,500
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	112 MPGe	36/33
Horsepower	184 hp	184 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Engine	electric	0.6L I2 plug-in hybrid
Seating	4	4
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	36.9	36.9
Max towing	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Baseelectric
splug-in hybrid
Fuel type: Baseelectric
selectric
Cylinders: Base—
sI2
Displacement: Base—
s0.6 L
Horsepower: Base184 hp
s184 hp
Torque: Base199 lb-ft
s199 lb-ft
Transmission: Base1-speed direct drive
s1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain: Baserear wheel drive
srear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseHatchback
sHatchback
Doors: Base5
s5
Seating: Base4
s4
Length: Base158.1 in
s158.1 in
Width: Base70.5 in
s70.5 in
Height: Base62.6 in
s62.6 in
Wheelbase: Base101.2 in
s101.2 in
Ground clearance: Base5.2 in
s5.2 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base15.1 cu ft
s15.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base36.9 cu ft
s36.9 cu ft
Curb weight: Base3,005 lbs
s3,278 lbs
Fuel tank: Base—
s2.3 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base—
s35
City MPG: Base—
s36
Highway MPG: Base—
s33
Combined MPGe: Base112
s109
Electric range: Base107 mi
s97 mi
Battery capacity: Base33 kWh
s—
Charge time (240V): Base5 hr
s5 hr

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	s
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	electric	plug-in hybrid
Fuel type	electric	electric
Cylinders	—	I2
Displacement	—	0.6 L
Horsepower	184 hp	184 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Transmission	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	5	5
Seating	4	4
Length	158.1 in	158.1 in
Width	70.5 in	70.5 in
Height	62.6 in	62.6 in
Wheelbase	101.2 in	101.2 in
Ground clearance	5.2 in	5.2 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	15.1 cu ft	15.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	36.9 cu ft	36.9 cu ft
Curb weight	3,005 lbs	3,278 lbs
Fuel tank	—	2.3 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	—	35
City MPG	—	36
Highway MPG	—	33
Combined MPGe	112	109
Electric range	107 mi	97 mi
Battery capacity	33 kWh	—
Charge time (240V)	5 hr	5 hr

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2018 BMW i3s FAQ

How much does the 2018 BMW i3s cost?: The 2018 BMW i3s has a starting MSRP of $47,650, ranging up to $51,500 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes s from $47,650.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 BMW i3s?: The 2018 BMW i3s achieves up to 35 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
What is the electric range of the 2018 BMW i3s?: The 2018 BMW i3s offers up to 107 miles of EPA-estimated electric range.
How much cargo space does the 2018 BMW i3s have?: The 2018 BMW i3s offers up to 36.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How many trims does the 2018 BMW i3s come in?: The 2018 BMW i3s is available in 1 trim (2 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with rear wheel drive.