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BMW i3

2013–2022

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  • Lowest price

    US$5,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$6,400

    Since 2020 · n=5

  • Highest price

    US$9,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    5

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 5 lots

BMW i3

Based on 5 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$6,400

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

3/10

Modest Demand

3-Year Forecast

US$6,400

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$6,400

+0%

Market scores

28

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW i3 sits at a median of US$6,400 in the current US market, with no year-over-year pricing data available to signal directional momentum. The sample size of five tracked sales over twelve months is too small to establish reliable trend confidence, though the consistent pricing suggests a stable floor in a thin liquidity environment.

The i3 remains classified as a depreciating modern vehicle with modest collectibility demand. Low desirability and thin transaction volume indicate this is primarily a utility purchase rather than a collector segment, with buyers motivated by functional value rather than scarcity or appreciation potential.

Typical examples show average mileage around 78,625 miles, suggesting these cars are being actively used rather than preserved. This usage pattern aligns with the vehicle's original positioning as a practical urban commuter rather than a weekend driver or investment piece.

With only five sales tracked nationally over a year and zero active listings captured, the i3 remains difficult to move quickly at any price point. Sellers in this segment should expect patience; buyers have limited selection but also face minimal competitive pressure on pricing.

Base projections hold the i3 flat at US$6,400 through both the three- and five-year outlook, reflecting the fundamental challenge that early electric vehicles lack the collectible appeal needed to arrest depreciation. The segment is effectively stabilized by residual utility value rather than driven upward by desirability or rarity.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$6,400
  • Segment average−10 to −25%/yr (early years)

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked5
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared5 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$400
  • Total annual costUS$5,430

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months5
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$6,660
  • Avg Mileage at Sale78,625 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$5,000 – US$9,000
  • Total Sales Tracked5

Recent sales

  • US$9,000

    Bring a Trailer · 14 May 2026

  • US$5,300

    cars-and-bids · 24 Apr 2026

  • US$6,400

    Bring a Trailer · 20 Apr 2026

  • US$5,000

    cars-and-bids · 17 Apr 2026

  • US$7,600

    cars-and-bids · 10 Apr 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.