2014 BMW i3 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Hatchback 1 trim listed 1 fuel-system recall 2015 →

Fuel tank capacity

2.4gal · 9 L

The 2014 BMW i3 has a fuel tank capacity of 2.4 gallons (9 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 89 highway miles or 98 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

2.4 gal · Smaller than 100% of 2014 models we list.

Highway range
89 mi
City range
98 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded
EPA combined
39 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2014 BMW i3 fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender 0.6L 2cyl DD · RWD Plug-in hybrid MPG 41 / 37Range 98 / 89 mi 0.6L 2cyl DD Plug-in hybrid RWD 2.4 gal9 L 41 / 37 98 / 89 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG (worked out from the rated MPG where the EPA range wasn't published).

How far a 2014 BMW i3 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 39 MPG, a full 2.4-gallon tank covers about 94 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full2.48998
3/41.86774
1/21.24449
1/40.62225
1/80.31112

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 385 gallons, roughly 160 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
39 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
40 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
10 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2014 BMW i3

$12.67 to fill the 2.4-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
2.4 galPremium$5.28$12.67$9.50

By region, 2.4-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$11.83
Midwest$5.37$12.89
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$10.97
Rocky Mountain$5.12$12.29
West Coast$6.08$14.59
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$15.26

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 2.4-gallon tank$12.67
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,031

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

i3 tank size in other years

2014 is the first i3 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2019 i3 2.3 gal 71 mi
2018 i3 2.3 gal 76 mi
2017 i3 2.3 gal 76 mi
2016 i3 1.9 gal 70 mi
2015 i3 2.4 gal 89 mi
2014 i3 2.4 gal 89 mi
BMW i3 fuel tank by model year

2014 BMW i3 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2014 BMW i3, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsFeb 9, 2017 · NHTSA 17V088000 · Bmw Of North America, LLC · 19,130 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2014 BMW i3?

The 2014 BMW i3 holds 2.4 gallons (9 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 2014 BMW i3 gas tank hold?

The 2014 BMW i3 tank holds 9 liters, or 2.4 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2014 BMW i3 go on a full tank?

About 89 miles on the highway and 98 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2014 BMW i3 go on a quarter tank?

About 22 highway miles or 25 in town from the 2.4-gallon tank, which has roughly 0.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2014 BMW i3 take?

Premium unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2014 BMW i3?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 2.4-gallon tank from empty costs $12.67. It ranges from $10.97 in the Gulf Coast to $15.26 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2014 BMW i3?

About 15 pounds for the 2.4-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 2014 BMW i3 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2014 BMW i3: 17V088000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (BMW fuel system recalls).

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