BMW i3 Insurance Cost
Full coverage for a BMW i3 costs about $1,565 a year ($130/month) by our estimate — ▼ −2% versus the average vehicle.
BMW i3 insurance cost at a glance
These figures assume a driver in their 30s with a clean record, 7,500–12,000 miles a year, $500 deductibles and national-average base rates, for the 2021 model year. Our vehicle data covers the 2014–2021 model years of the BMW i3, which is no longer in production.
| Coverage level | What it includes | Per year | Per month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State minimum liability | Only the liability (and PIP/UM where required) limits your state mandates. No coverage for your own car. | $600 | $50 | $495–$710 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $870 | $73 | $715–$1,030 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $1,565 | $130 | $1,280–$1,845 |
What drives the cost of insuring a BMW i3
HLDI does not publish loss results for the BMW i3, so our estimate uses the typical losses of its segment (Luxury car): 0.98× average for liability, 1.40× for collision and 1.25× for comprehensive.
- Repair and parts costs: Luxury car from a luxury brand — premium parts, sensors and labor rates raise collision claims.
- Electric drivetrain: battery packs, high-voltage systems and specialized repair shops make EV collision claims more expensive on average; comprehensive can be lower if theft is rare.
- Recalls & complaints: 1 NHTSA recall campaigns and 13 owner complaints across its latest three model years. Recalls don't change premiums directly, but open recalls should be fixed.
BMW i3 trims and configurations (2021)
Higher trims with bigger engines, all-wheel drive or more technology usually cost more to repair or replace, which raises collision and comprehensive premiums.
| Configuration | Drive | Engine | MPGe (comb.) | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| i3 | RWD | Electric | 113 | 153 mi |
| i3 with Range Extender | RWD | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid | 31 | — |
| i3s | RWD | Electric | 113 | 153 mi |
| i3s with Range Extender | RWD | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid | 31 | — |
BMW i3 insurance cost by model year
Older model years cost less to insure for full coverage because the car is worth less, so collision and comprehensive payouts are smaller. Liability costs stay about the same.
| Model year | Engines | Drive | MPGe | Est. full / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 31 | $1,565 |
| 2020 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 31 | $1,520 |
| 2019 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 31 | $1,480 |
| 2018 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 35 | $1,435 |
| 2017 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 35 | $1,395 |
| 2016 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 39 | $1,350 |
| 2015 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 39 | $1,345 |
| 2014 | 0.6L 2-cyl Plug-in Hybrid, Electric | RWD | 39 | $1,345 |
BMW i3 insurance cost by state
The same car can cost very different amounts to insure depending on where it is garaged. Select a state for its rules and city-level costs, or open the i3 page for that state.
BMW i3 insurance by driver profile
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $1,655 | $2,400 | $4,300 | $358 |
| Young adult (22) | $965 | $1,395 | $2,500 | $208 |
| Adult in their 30s | $600 | $870 | $1,565 | $130 |
| Adult in their 50s | $555 | $805 | $1,440 | $120 |
| Senior (72) | $675 | $975 | $1,750 | $146 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $870 | $1,265 | $2,265 | $189 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $1,115 | $1,615 | $2,895 | $241 |
BMW i3 vs. rivals
| Model | Full coverage / yr | HLDI collision | HLDI comprehensive | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i3 | $1,565 | — | — | — |
| Jaguar XJ | $1,480 | — | — | Compare |
| Infiniti G37 | $1,345 | — | — | Compare |
| Lincoln MKZ | $1,495 | — | — | Compare |
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Other BMW models
- 2 Series $1,630/yr
- 4 Series $1,670/yr
- 5 Series $1,490/yr
- 7 Series $3,710/yr
- i5 $2,085/yr
- i7 $2,795/yr
- iX3 $1,895/yr
- M2 $2,260/yr
- M3 $4,190/yr
- M4 $4,260/yr
- M5 $1,820/yr
- X1 $1,560/yr
- X2 $1,805/yr
- X5 $1,690/yr
- X6 $2,305/yr
- X7 $1,915/yr
- 3 Series $1,880/yr
- 8 Series $2,610/yr
- i4 $1,920/yr
- iX $2,310/yr
- X3 $1,565/yr
- XM $2,985/yr
- Z4 $1,320/yr
- M8 $3,945/yr
- X4 $1,745/yr
- i8 $1,810/yr
- 6 Series $1,480/yr
- M6 $1,755/yr
- 1 Series $1,580/yr
- ActiveE $1,390/yr
Frequently asked questions
How much is insurance for a BMW i3?
We estimate about $1,565 a year ($130 a month) for full coverage and $600 for state-minimum liability, for a driver in their 30s with a clean record at national-average rates. That is 2% less than the average vehicle.
Which state is cheapest to insure a BMW i3?
Maine has the lowest estimate (about $995 a year for full coverage) and Florida the highest (about $2,220).
Is the BMW i3 cheaper to insure than the Jaguar XJ?
By our estimate the BMW i3 costs about $1,565 a year versus $1,820 for the Jaguar XJ, making it the cheaper of the two to insure.
How much is BMW i3 insurance for a teen driver?
An 18-year-old on their own full-coverage policy would pay about $4,300 a year at national-average rates by our estimate.
How we estimate this
We start from the state's average liability, collision and comprehensive premiums published by the NAIC, then apply a location factor (population density and commute time from the Census ACS, weather hazard scores from FEMA's National Risk Index), a vehicle factor (HLDI insurance-loss data where available, otherwise vehicle segment), and a driver-profile multiplier. Results are rounded ranges for comparison, not quotes. Read the full methodology.