What is the accident rate for the Bmw I3?

The Bmw I3 has an accident rate of 21.2% based on 4,499 vehicles analyzed from 2014–2021. The salvage rate is 0.4% and the total loss rate is 0.1%.

Is the Bmw I3 reliable?

The Bmw I3 has an odometer issue rate of 0.6%, a frame damage rate of 6.1%, and an average of 2.3 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Bmw I3 Statistics

4,499 vehicles analyzed (2014–2021)

Last updated: May 2026

The Bmw I3 has an accident rate of 21.2% based on 4,499 vehicles analyzed from 2014 to 2021. The salvage title rate is 0.4% and the total loss rate is 0.1%. Average mileage is 43,660 miles with 2.3 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

21.2%

Accident Rate

0.1%

Total Loss Rate

6.1%

Frame Damage

0.4%

Salvage Title

0.6%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners2.3

Avg Mileage43,660 mi

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
2014 Bmw I3	682	25.9%
2015 Bmw I3	710	24.8%
2016 Bmw I3	386	26.4%
2017 Bmw I3	624	25.2%
2018 Bmw I3	524	24.1%
2019 Bmw I3	450	18.0%
2020 Bmw I3	499	12.8%
2021 Bmw I3	624	11.2%

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