Former BMW i3 Owners - Your Thoughts?

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jmatero

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My lease is up shortly on my loaded i3. I was wondering how other former i3 drivers are liking their new Bolt? I have a few concerns and wondering how you've dealt with them:
  • No auto-cruise control (been great in traffic)
    No built-in navigation tied to range (eco routes, carpool access, charging along route, etc)
    Visibility (no window between rear door and c-pillar)
    Negative seat comfort comments from Bolt drivers
    No front parking sensors (use them daily when driving into garage)

Thanks!
 
Old thread, but yes, you've pretty much picked the few areas where the i3 has it better than the Bolt.

FWIW, I haven't noticed any rearward visibility concerns in the area you mention.

Yes, the i3 seats and general driving position are worlds better than the Bolt. As much as I love the Bolt, it doesn't fit me like the i3.

Yes, the distance following cruise is a very nice thing to have. Since the Bolt has the collision warning and auto braking, it's inexplicable why it doesn't also have the cruise feature.

jack vines
 
No front parking sensors (use them daily when driving into garage)

The Premiere has a 4 camera parking setup that, if it works as well as the one in my Leaf, will do fine.
 
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