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2016 Scion iA vs 2021 BMW i3

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 36 MPG vs 113 MPG combined — BMW i3 is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $1650 vs $650 — BMW i3 saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Regular Gasoline vs Electricity
Specification 2016 Scion iA 2021 BMW i3
Year20162021
ClassSubcompact CarsSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular GasolineElectricity
DriveFront-Wheel DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)Automatic (A1)
Cylinders4
Displacement (L)1.5
City MPG32124
Highway MPG41102
Combined MPG36113
Annual Fuel Cost$1650$650
CO₂ (g/mile)249.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score8/1010/10
EPA GHG Score8/1010/10
🚗 2016 Scion iA

Subcompact Cars with 36 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Regular Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2021 BMW i3

Subcompact Cars with 113 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Electricity. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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