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Used BMW i3 buying guide

A used BMW i3 typically costs $9,800–$30,200 (2016–2019 cars, November 2026). It has 1 recall in Australia, all with a free fix. Battery warranty: 8 yrs / 100,000 km. Here's what to pay, what goes wrong and what to check.

Is this used BMW i3 a fair price?

Enter the year, kilometres and asking price to see where it sits against typical prices.

Year

Kilometres on the odometer

Asking price ($)

Which version?

An estimate, not a valuation. It compares the asking price with typical November 2026 prices for that year (carsales/RedBook and Glass's Guide). Condition, options, service history, battery health and where you live all move the price. For a formal valuation use RedBook or a dealer, and always do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.

Used BMW i3 prices by year

Typical November 2026 prices. Each range spans the versions sold that year, from the base model to the top one; kilometres and condition move a car within it.

2014–17 (60Ah and 94Ah)

200 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CCS2). 94Ah (2017): 33 kWh, about 200 km real-world. 60Ah (2014–16): 22 kWh, about 130–160 km. REx versions add a small petrol range extender.

2016$9,800–$22,400Battery warranty has ended

2018–22 (120Ah)

285 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CCS2).

2019$27,500–$30,200About 1 year of battery warranty left

Warranty left is counted from the year the car was first sold, so check the exact date it was first registered.

BMW i3 recalls in Australia (1)

Every recall has a free fix at a dealer, so a recall doesn't rule a car out. Make sure each one was done: ask for the paperwork or enter the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Minor Range-extender fuel tank vent line can rub through and leak fuel vapour. (2014–16 (REx), REC-000123)

Battery and warranty

8 yrs / 100,000 km. The warranty runs from when the car was first sold, so a 2016 car has none left and a 2019 car about 1 year left. Ask for a battery health (state of health) report before you buy: how to check the battery, including independent tests from about $200. If it ever needs one: what a new battery costs.

Running costs

At 250 km a week with NSW prices, a 2018–22 (120Ah) BMW i3 costs about $14 a week charged mostly at home, or $27 on public fast chargers.

Checklist for a used BMW i3

Check whether it is a REx (with the petrol range extender) and that it has been serviced.
Older 60Ah cars have short range: test it on a full charge.
Tyres are narrow and a special size: price a set before you buy.
Do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.
Check the charging cables come with it, and take our used EV checklist.

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Common questions

How much is a used BMW i3 in Australia?

Typically $9,800–$30,200 for 2016–2019 cars (November 2026), depending on the year, version, kilometres and condition.

Does the BMW i3 have any recalls?

Yes, 1 in Australia. All have a free fix. Check the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au to make sure they were done.

What is the battery warranty on a used BMW i3?

8 yrs / 100,000 km. It transfers to the next owner and runs from when the car was first sold, so check how much is left.

Is a used BMW i3 a good buy?

It's worth a look if the recalls were done and the price is right. We didn't find a pattern of common faults. It makes most sense if you can charge at home.

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How we work it out, and our sources

Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at October 2026; check with the dealer.

Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
Petrol and diesel: ACCC capital-city averages, 21 October 2026.
Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.

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