Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Great pick up/acceleration, no lag time"
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"The acceleration is terrific! I have a "heavy" foot and the i3 can drive on the highway at 80 mph with no effort."
Allison W., PA (2017 BMW i3)"Its really fast"
Shawn A., WA (2017 BMW i3)"quick and stable"
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"This acceleration and handling of this car is impressive, I feel like I drive a concept car."
Stephen B., NH (2017 BMW i3)"The steering is too sensative at high speeds (highway). Around town it is super to drive."
Sharon T., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Great acceleration and maneuverability especially in town"
Anonymous, LA (2017 BMW i3)"Accelerating is very good. I discovered that rear tires were out of alignment. Once aligned, handling is also very good."
Gary S., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Fun to drive, like a giant electric golf cart!"
Anonymous, FL (2017 BMW i3)"This car is really fun to drive with great acceleration and I love the quiet road noise"
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"It is very quiet, with excellent acceleration, handling and braking. It is fun to drive, with comfortable seats. It is easy to park, has fine range, and is practical like a small SUV with comfortable rear seats that fold down, a hatch, and tall seating position."
Ron A., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Acceleration is good, handling is good on local roads, but I don't like the handling on the highway -- doesn't feel stable, probably due to the skinny tires."
Dave S., FL (2017 BMW i3)"The size of the i3 is great because it does not take up a lot of space (Length is ~156 inches). The low speed torque provides a lot of acceleration if needed. This car has rear wheel drive which is necessary for better handling."
Herbert W., NY (2017 BMW i3)"I love the smooth and strong acceleration of the electric drive - also the deceleration by lifting the pedal."
Jane L., OR (2017 BMW i3)"excellent acceleration from stop. highly refined braking"
Joe S., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Although it is small, it doesn't feel small or unsafe when you are behind the wheel. The instant speed and the responsiveness are amazing."
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"The i3 driving experience is not confidence building. Likely due to the narrow tires, you need to pay strict attention to what you are doing."
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"Wish it was AWD or FWD"
Christopher S., WI (2017 BMW i3)"like being in racing video game when driving"
Kirk P., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Acceleration and handling"
Peter A., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Fantastic smooth and quick acceleration, fun to drive"
Anonymous, BC (2017 BMW i3)"Combination of strong acceleration and tight handling makes this car fun to drive at low speed and in tight spaces."
Anonymous, CO (2017 BMW i3)"GOOD FOR BOTH"
Anonymous, VA (2017 BMW i3)"First electric car. Fun to drive, great range. Good handling and very nimble."
Jeffrey B., WA (2017 BMW i3)"Electric drive system is extremely smooth and feels "effortless". Acceleration around town is excellent, even though overall horsepower is not that high. Surprisingly fun to drive!"
Anonymous, NM (2017 BMW i3)"Great acceleration and handling"
Robert M., CA (2017 BMW i3)"Incredible smooth acceleration, very tight turning radius - great for city streets"
Anonymous, CA (2017 BMW i3)"great deal, mediocre car"
Alexander F., NJ (2017 BMW i3)
"Acceleration is very lively and for a small car with skinny tires it actually handles well. The range is very good, I've only used the REX once or twice. I get about 116 miles round trip with the temp at 80 degrees."
Anonymous, NJ (2017 BMW i3)