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      10-12-2013, 06:52 PM   #1
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Rwd? Fwd? Awd?

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What is the drive configuration of the i3?

I'd be way more interested in it as a commuter if it's RWD.
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      10-12-2013, 07:14 PM   #2
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It is rwd.
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      10-14-2013, 08:53 AM   #3
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That is a major deal in terms of driving dynamics. Odd that BMW aren't trumpeting that fact in marketing messaging (as compared to other EVs).

Wait -- bet I know why. They are simultaneously moving to FWD on some cars and don't want to kick that initiative in the teeth in order to help the i3. Not a good play cost-value wise; the i3 doesn't need the help and the FWD play doesn't need the damage.
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I also suspect that since many EV's are bought by tree hugging, non car enthusiasts, rwd is a term they associate with scary and poorly suited to fluffy white stuff falling from the sky.
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