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The BMW i3 is available in two models locally a full electric model and the Range Extender model. It was a massive leap forward for electric cars in South Africa and remains one of the stael warts of our industry. It was a market leader when it came to build quality, materials and its advanced drive train. If you are a proud owner of one these special vehicles do you know what you are covered for in terms of the warranty? We checkedd the fine print and can show what you may need to make allowances for.
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Let's take a look the terms and conditions of the i3 warranty
The Warranty
When you purchase a new vehicle from BMW, you are protected against defects in materials or workmanship that originated at the factory.
This warranty period starts on the sale date of the new vehicle, and lasts for a 2-year vehicle/unlimited distance and 8-year/100 000 km hybrid battery warranty.
There's also a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan which covers almost all your service needs.
What is not covered:
- Failure to maintain service intervals will invalidate warranty and maintenance plan
- Failure to use BMW approved parts and service centres
- Misuse, negligence, accidents or normal wear and tear
- Faults that arise as a result of the vehicle being used for racing, rallying or similar competitive sports
- Parts have been fitted to your BMW i3 which were not approved by the manufacturer
- Software, that have been manipulated in a way that was not approved by the manufacturer
- The high voltage battery has been opened or removed from your BMW i3 by someone other than an approved BMW i Service Authorised Workshop
