NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW I3 Rex
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The BMW i3 REx is a compact premium electric city car with a small range-extending gasoline engine, aimed at urban and suburban drivers who want near-zero-emission commuting with a backstop against range anxiety. Positioned in the subcompact segment, it carries BMW's premium badge into the EV space with a distinctive carbon-fiber-reinforced body and a rear-wheel-drive layout that reflects its unique engineering approach.
The 2019 BMW I3 Rex has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the i3 REx for its agile, responsive handling in urban environments and its distinctive, sustainably sourced interior materials. The cabin refinement and build quality draw consistent approval, though the compact proportions limit rear-seat comfort. Some reviewers note the range-extender engine adds useful flexibility, while others flag the overall value proposition given the premium pricing relative to interior space.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.