BMW i3 vs Buick Cascada

The BMW i3 carries more luggage, while the Buick Cascada starts about $9,335 lower and makes more power. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases.

Specification comparison between the BMW i3 and the Buick Cascada
MeasureBMW i3Buick Cascada
Price rangeOriginal sticker prices across all trims.$42,400–$47,650$33,065–$36,065
Years covered2015–20212016–2019
Fuel economyNot directly comparable: MPGe measures electric energy use, not fuel burned.118 MPGe27 mpg
Power181 hp200 hp
Cargo space15.1 cu ft13.4 cu ft
Seats44
Fuel typesElectricPetrol
DrivetrainsRWDFWD
Safety ratingNot ratedNot rated
Reliability
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BMW i3
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Buick Cascada
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BMW i3 vs Buick Cascada: common questions

Is the BMW i3 cheaper than the Buick Cascada?

No — the Buick Cascada has the lower entry price. The BMW i3 spans $42,400–$47,650 and the Buick Cascada spans $33,065–$36,065, based on original sticker prices across all trims.

Which has more cargo space, the BMW i3 or the Buick Cascada?

The BMW i3 holds more, at 15.1 cubic feet versus 13.4.

Which should I buy, the BMW i3 or the Buick Cascada?

It depends on what you weight most. The BMW i3 carries more luggage, while the Buick Cascada starts about $9,335 lower and makes more power. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases. Cars4Real shows both cars' full trim tables, owner reviews, safety records and depreciation so you can judge against your own priorities rather than a generic verdict.

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