2023 BMW i4 Review, Pricing, and Specs

We prefer the high-performance M50 to the less expensive—and less powerful—eDrive35 and eDrive40 trims. The M-badged model comes standard with a more assertive presence including 19-inch wheels. It also has beautifully tuned suspension which makes for fun in aggressive driving but is quiet and comfortable around town. The M model also gets upgraded brakes with blue calipers. We like the improved performance of the optional 20-inch rims and their wider, stickier tires, but they drop the M50’s estimated driving range from 270 to 227 miles. We also get one of the Vernasca leather options, the Premium package (ambient interior lighting, heated seats and steering wheel, lumbar support), and individual options like adaptive LED headlights, ventilated front seats, Harman Kardon sound system Will enhance the interior. , and wireless charging.

EV Motor, Power and Performance

The 2023 i4 feeds electrons to either one or two electric motors, depending on the model. The EDrive35 is one of two single-motor rear-drive options using the 281-hp unit. The eDrive40 has a single motor on the rear axle that makes 335 horsepower. The M50 has an electric motor on both axles, providing simultaneous all-wheel drive and producing 536 horsepower and 586 pound-feet. M50 we tested hit 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, which is Rear-drive M3 faster than the competition, The rear-drive i4 rolls on a standard set of 18-inch rims; 19-inch are optional. In contrast, the all-wheel-drive M50 is fitted with either 19s or 20s, and features adaptive dampers and a variable-ratio steering system. i4 M50 we drove insisted upon immediately and forcefully, and even though it weighs much more than a m 3Its low center of gravity helps it ride sure and gracefully.

Range, Charging and Battery Life

BMW says the single-motor rear-drive i4 eDrive40 can travel up to about 300 miles on a full battery. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive M50 has the same 81.5-kWh battery, but has a claimed range of 245 miles. These i4 models have 200 kW of charging capability that can add between 88 and 108 miles in just 10 minutes. The entry-level eDrive35 model comes with a smaller 66.0 kWh net capacity battery that is said to deliver around 260 miles of range and at a maximum 180-kW charging speed. Using the Level 2 (up to 11 kW) onboard charger, the i4 can recharge its battery from zero to 100 percent in less than 8 hours.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe

According to the EPA, the most efficient i4 model with standard 18-inch wheels is the eDrive40. That model earned ratings of 109 MPGe city and 108 MPGe highway. The addition of larger 19-inch wheels knocks these figures down a bit, and the more powerful M50 model is rated even lower. While we haven’t put every i4 through its 75-mph highway course, that’s part of the Our Comprehensive Test RulesTo determine its real-world efficiency, a The i4 eDrive 40 Gran Coupe We Tested Achieved 280 mile range. Just two miles short of its EPA estimate. For more information on the i4’s efficiency ratings, see EPA website,

Interior, Comfort & Cargo

Inside, the i4’s cabin is richly appointed, including the availability of Rose Gold trim, White leather upholstery and Light Wood trim. The general layout is similar to other BMW models, but the i4, in addition All-electric ix SUV, the first to feature a large, seamless display that spans almost two-thirds of the dashboard. The four-door i4 has a dramatic rear roofline that emulates a coupe-like profile, but has a conventional trunk behind it.

Infotainment & Connectivity

The i4 was one of the first BMWs to feature the company’s iDrive 8 infotainment and connectivity software, called iDrive 8. Thanks to free over-the-air updates, the i4 gets upgraded to a newer version, iDrive 8.5. The system is operated via a 14.9-inch touchscreen integrated with a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel on a giant curved display on the dashboard. With a rotary controller on the center console, the system offers advanced voice commands and a myriad of popular features. These include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The 2023 i4 offers a variety of standard and optional driver-assistance technology, For more information on Bimmer’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHSWebsites. Key security features include:

• Standard forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking
• Standard Lane-Departure Warning and Lane-Keeping Assist
• Adaptive cruise control available with stop-and-go technology

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

BMW currently offers a competitive warranty which includes a better complimentary maintenance period.

• Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers eight years or 100,000 miles
• Complimentary maintenance covered for three years or 36,000 miles

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