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Greetings - My two year i3 ReX lease ended, and my car is back in BMW's possession. During my lease I put about 12,500 miles on the car. I live in a temperate climate and my EV range varied considerably based on temperature. Despite BMW's 71 mile estimated range my real mileage was 50-55 in...

Less than two years ago I leased 1 2014 BMW i3 ReX for a two year term of 20,000 miles. I've owned 11 BMW cars/motorcycles over the years, had owned three Toyota Prius' and a Nissan Leaf and decided to get the i3 instead of a Tesla since most of my driving would be local. A few months ago I...

Greetings - Some background may be helpful. I leased my BMW i3 ReX for two years, making a single up front payment for the total lease covering 20K miles. My ReX replaced the BEV i3 I originally leased 6 months prior to getting the ReX. The original car advertised a 70 mile range, but in my...

A friend just told me he placed an order for his new Mercedes EV. Here's the video: http://player.theplatform.com/p/NnzsPC/widget/select/media/guid/2410887629/3021121

Like many I considered the Tesla and wish them well. Any EV is welcome as far as I'm concerned. I'm also impressed with the early deposits for the new model 3. What hasn't been discussed much is the Federal Tax credit situation. Tesla, like everyone else, will lose the $7500 tax credit after...

I just had my car appraised at CarMax. I did it because I live in a state that charges property tax on vehicles. They assessed my car @$37K and I complained that it was too high. The tax assessor said that if I take it to CarMax and bring back the written appraisal they will accept that as...

The DVD upgrade does not yet unlock the extra gas tank, but installation was a snap. Tomorrow I plan to leave my home with a full charge, start the ReX at 75% capacity, drive until the fuel tank is empty. Refill the tank as needed to reach my destination, keeping the battery charge as high as...

Thank you for your help. I ordered the DVD InMotion Rex unlock package. Hopefully it will do the job. I've become spoiled with the i3 - so much better than my Leaf, and not as large as the Tesla. Seems about ideal. Now if I can get it to handle my driving needs all will be well.

Thanks for the replies - My car is a 2014 with the fast charger option. Despite this feature my driving pattern is to drive 150-175 miles to my destination, and return back to my starting point typically in 2-3 hours after arrival. The destination has no charging options, not even 120V. So...

Greetings - Since leasing my i3 Rex my needs have changed and I now routinely have to drive over 150 miles one way. I've been renting cars to make this ride, especially since I often have to return the same day. This is getting very frustrating, and I've thought about turning the car in...

I've had both the i3 BEV and the Rex and far prefer the Rex. I do have a 40 amp Clipper Creek charger at home - to me it was worth it, but if your commute is on level ground - pretty common on Long Island - you should be fine just refilling the gas tank and continuing to drive. Actually...

I own a ReX and bought it specifically to address some of the issues you're concerned about. For example, with the ReX I always drive in comfort mode. Yes, my range may be less, but with the ReX that isn't an issue. If the battery runs low the ReX provides the needed energy. I live in the SE...

Greetings - I have an i3 ReX and want to: (1) control when the ReX begins charging the battery instead of relying upon the BMW 6% default setting; (2) expand my gas tank to the European 2.9 gallon setting; (3) remove the "Accept" screen on startup. DVDinMotion hasn't yet figured out #2, but...

Thanks to everyone for the information - very helpful. I'm awaiting word about the BMW system update before taking any actions.

Thank you for the comments. My dealer informed me that I can't upgrade my software because BMW is only upgrading the software version for "demonstrated need". So I'm stuck with the BMW factory default setting for the ReX startup, which is about 6% battery charge remaining. That low state of...

I bought my i3 Rex early this year, but my travel plans have changed. I anticipate that I'll soon by traveling at least one 200 mile one way trip monthly, and at least two one way 100+ mile trips monthly. For each of these trips I'll need to make the return trip in the same day so there will...

I have the Clipper Creek 40 Amp unit (32 useable) - highly recommended.

Greetings! As you may know from my prior posts I've enjoyed many decades of BMW ownership, 8 cars and 3 motorcycles, and have generally been pleased with my vehicles and support. However, since leasing an i3 BEV I've been disappointed with range, especially in cold weather which is often below...

If you have been a member of the BMW Car Club of America for at least one year you can get a $500 rebate for an i3 ReX from the car club in addition to whatever price you work out with the dealer. The rebate for the battery only version is $1,000!

My wife's car is a 2011 335D, and I have the i3 BEV. The 335d is very different from the i3 in every way, especially road feel. I'm not surprised that you found your initial i3 ride "uncertain" -I did too. I'd strongly suggest shifting to the 19" wheels - much less harsh, similar to the...