[FSXpilotChris]

I've driven other i3 models and haven't noticed this problem, so I am unsure if anyone else has this issue. I will set up a simple scenario: While slowing down to a stop sign (2-3 mph range), I accelerate, the car does not ease into the motion of acceleration. Another instance is in stop-and-go traffic. I'm not talking about torque, rather it seems that the car's transmission has an issue where the car jerks forward all of a sudden. Please do not come at me telling it's the torque, because I realize electric vehicles are notorious for that, but it's the jerking sensation that is concerning. An analogy would be the sensation you get when you stall a manual vehicle where your head goes back and the car jerks forward, thus preventing a smooth transition from stopping to going. If no one is still clear about what I am talking about, I would be happy to upload a video of this scheme occurring.

P.S. I was told by my dealer that it could be an issue with the motor mounts, but I took it to another mechanic and he said they were fine. I don't know what the issue is. 2014 BMW i3 REx.

[PBNB]

I wonder if it is the hill assist keeping the brakes on too long?

Is the problem like stepping on the accelerator and all of sudden the car takes off with a jolt when the brakes release?

Our Mini does that on occasion, I have asked Mini service if they could turn it off but they cant. Our i3 runs pretty smooth and hasn't behaved like that.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by FSXpilotChris

I've driven other i3 models and haven't noticed this problem, so I am unsure if anyone else has this issue. I will set up a simple scenario: While slowing down to a stop sign (2-3 mph range), I accelerate, the car does not ease into the motion of acceleration. Another instance is in stop-and-go traffic. I'm not talking about torque, rather it seems that the car's transmission has an issue where the car jerks forward all of a sudden. Please do not come at me telling it's the torque, because I realize electric vehicles are notorious for that, but it's the jerking sensation that is concerning. An analogy would be the sensation you get when you stall a manual vehicle where your head goes back and the car jerks forward, thus preventing a smooth transition from stopping to going. If no one is still clear about what I am talking about, I would be happy to upload a video of this scheme occurring.

P.S. I was told by my dealer that it could be an issue with the motor mounts, but I took it to another mechanic and he said they were fine. I don't know what the issue is. 2014 BMW i3 REx.

Is this while the REx is running? If not, I'm not sure how the motor mounts are an issue... unless he is talking about the electrical motor mounts? Did the Indy shop confirm which motor they checked?