2021 i3 Safety

The BMW i3 has no safety reviews from the NHTSA, but it earned mostly Good ratings from the IIHS when the 2020 version was evaluated. However, the head restraints and seats only managed an Acceptable rating and the crash avoidance and mitigation systems an Advanced score, which is below the maximum achievable Superior rating.

2021 i3 Key Safety Features

As a sign of the BMW i3's age, it misses out on some of the expected driver-assist innovations like blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning. The hatchback does get a rearview camera, front/rear parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring, adaptive LED headlights, dynamic stability control, traction control, and an acoustic warning system for pedestrians. Dynamic cruise control is standard, but a more advanced adaptive cruise control system is available. Also available are cornering headlights, automatic high beams, and parking assistance. All models come with six airbags: front/rear head airbags, dual front airbags, and front side airbags.

2021 i3 Reliability

No recalls have yet been issued by the NHTSA for the 2021 BMW i3, which earns it a solid reliability record. The last recall to be announced was in 2019 for a potential loss of high-voltage electrical power and, therefore, propulsion. Relatively few overall issues over the last few years are the one advantage of having a model on the market for an extended period of time, as all the teething issues can be resolved.

If you do run into any trouble with your BMW i3 hatchback, the brand provides a standard four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty, an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the high-voltage battery, and four years of roadside assistance. In addition, buyers will get rust perforation coverage for a period of 12 years and scheduled maintenance coverage for three years or 36,000 miles.

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