Second Hand BMW i3 Clutch Master Cylinder
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Buying a used BMW i3 clutch master cylinder: what matters
Fitment on a used clutch master cylinder varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
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Fitment questions
Does the BMW i3 have a clutch master cylinder?
No — the BMW i3 does not have a clutch master cylinder, and never did on any variant sold in the UK. Every i3 uses either a single electric motor (BEV) or an electric motor paired with a small range-extender petrol engine (REX), and in both cases drive is transmitted through a single-speed fixed-ratio gearbox with no clutch whatsoever. There is no clutch pedal, no clutch hydraulics, and therefore no clutch master cylinder on any i3 ever built.
What if I have a BMW i3 REX — does the range-extender engine mean it has a clutch?
No — the range-extender (REX) engine in the i3 is a small two-cylinder unit that acts purely as a generator to charge the battery; it does not drive the wheels mechanically and has no connection to a clutch or gearbox. Drive still goes exclusively through the electric motor and single-speed transmission, so the REX variant is just as clutch-free as the full-battery BEV model. You will not find a clutch master cylinder on a REX i3 either.
Could I have been given the wrong part name — what should I actually be looking for on my BMW i3?
It is possible the part you actually need relates to the brake system rather than a clutch — the i3 does have a conventional hydraulic brake master cylinder, and some suppliers or advisers occasionally confuse the two terms. If you are chasing a brake-feel or pedal issue, a brake master cylinder or brake servo would be the correct search on Findapart. Confirm the fault code or symptom with your mechanic before requesting quotes from a breaker, so they can source the right component against your registration.
Does the trim level — for example a base i3 versus a higher-spec model — make any difference to whether it has a clutch master cylinder?
No — trim level makes absolutely no difference here, because no trim level of the i3 was ever offered with a manual or automated-clutch gearbox in any market. Whether your car is an entry-level model or a higher-specification variant, the drivetrain is identical in its clutch-free layout. Trim only affects interior finish, technology features, and optional equipment — none of which introduce a clutch.
I have seen a listing for a BMW i3 clutch master cylinder online — should I buy it?
Treat that listing with caution, as it is almost certainly either a mislabelled part or a listing created by an automated catalogue error. No genuine dismantled BMW i3 will yield a clutch master cylinder, because the part simply was not fitted at the factory. If you need a hydraulic component for your i3, clarify with the breaker exactly which system the part belongs to — brake, coolant, or another — before purchasing.