Is a Tesla practical if you live in an apartment?

There’s nothing to prevent you from buying a Tesla when living in an apartment. The biggest concern of course would be were to charge it. Some apartment complexes here in California are starting to install charging stations.

How long will a BMW i3 last?

How many miles with a BMW i3 last? BMW quotes an official range of 182 miles – that was amazing once but cars like the Peugeot e-208 can travel more than 200 miles and are a lot cheaper to buy. That said, with its lightweight body the i3 is economical and, on average, delivers close to that 182-mile quoted range.

Is the BMW i3 fun to drive?

The i3 Sport is a fun drive. Its handling is its strong suit. The electric motor provides an adequate punch. The look is not like other BMW models; i3 models are small, and a bit tall and boxy.

How many seats has a BMW i3?

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The i3 is also a strict four-seater and has no seatbelt in the middle of the back seat, but at least large windows let in lots of light and allow a good view out. Storage areas include cup-holders, a cubbyhole under the front armrest, a lidded glovebox and another space in the centre of the dashboard.

How much does supercharging cost?

If you charge at a supercharger, the cost is typically about $0.25 per KW if you purchased a Model S or Model X after January 2017. Supercharging is free for cars purchased before, January 2017. If you charge at home, the local cost of electricity will determine your overall charging cost.

How do you charge a Tesla if you rent it?

How do I charge? You can charge in a Tesla super charging stations. It will cost 20 cents per kWh and I will charge you for that cost at the end of your trip via the Turo app. Tesla superchargers are the fastest way to charge (45 minutes for an 80\% charge).

Is the BMW i3 comfortable?

Unfortunately, the i3’s rather stiff suspension and large alloy wheels highlight bumps in the road rather than iron them out. As a result, it’s not quite as comfortable on rutted roads or around town as a Nissan Leaf and large potholes can send an unpleasant thud through the cabin.

Is BMW i3 reliable?

According to our most recent reliability survey, the i3 scored 94.1\%, which put it in 4th place in a class of 8 electric cars. BMW as a brand finished 13th out of 30 manufacturers – a respectable result.

What are the problems with BMW i3?

Most commonly the BMW i3 has steering problems which can make steering difficult or create noises while steering. Also, problems with the range extender can cause the car to not accelerate fully. Furthermore, some printed circuit board malfunction which can cause the car to shutdown.

Is BMW i3 big enough?

It’s not a very big boot, owing to the batteries stowed beneath the floor, but it’s the same space in all versions of the i3, irrespective of whether you’ve got the Range Extender engine or not. If that’s not enough, folding the rear seats liberates a further 840 litres, bringing the total capacity up to 1,100 litres.

Is BMW i3 safe?

The i3 scored 86\% for adult occupant protection and 81\% for in the child occupant category. While these scores are decent, a 57\% pedestrian protection result affected the i3’s overall star rating. All i3s come with six airbags, electronic stability control and a seatbelt reminder buzzer as standard.