The all-electric 2023 BMW i4 Sedan is an important part of BMW's expanding range of electric vehicles. It introduces the 4-Series Grand Coupe model with a battery-powered powertrain and high-quality road manners that combine to bring together an award-winning Top 10 range.
There are three distinguishing features of the i4 as the first two are rear-engined single-engined where the eDrive35 delivers 281 horsepower and 260 miles of EPA range while the eDrive40 produces 335 horsepower with an estimated driving range of 300 miles.
That number drops to 245 miles in the hot 536-hp all-wheel-drive i4 M50. The latter drives like a best-riding M3 which is a huge compliment and the M50 hits 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds - 0.2 seconds quicker than the M3 Competition.
It can jump from 50 to 70 mph in just 2.0 seconds - 0.7 seconds faster than the Bimmer and when you're not doing the accelerator exercise, the i4 is an impressive daily driver. Although it lacks the steering feedback we'd prefer in other M cars, it's a sedan. Exciting and refined with a supple ride and highly satisfying handling for a sports sedan.
BMW i4 2023 price and specs
Debuted only last year by the 2023 BMW i4, the 2023 i4 has received only minor options changes. A new entry-level eDrive35 model joins the lineup and uses a smaller 66.0kWh battery pack to achieve a range of 260 miles.
Special BMW M 50 Years emblems are available on the i4 M50 and the 18-inch M Bi-color Midnight Gray wheels with all-season tires are no longer available and the Iconic Sounds Electric option will be sold which enables a variety of synthesized sounds played through the vehicle's speakers and is orchestrated Accelerated separately from the Premium package.
The M-badged model comes standard with a firmer look including 19-inch wheels and it also has a beautifully tuned suspension that enjoys an aggressive ride yet is quiet and comfortable around town.
Upgraded brakes with blued calipers are also included on the M model and we like the look of the optional 20-inch rims and the improved performance of their wider, firmer tires, but they lower the M50's estimated driving range from 270 to 227 miles.
The interior is enhanced with vernasca leather and the Premium package (ambient interior lighting, heated seats and steering wheel, lumbar support), and individual options such as adaptive LED headlights, ventilated front seats, Harman Kardon sound system, and wireless charging.
Engine, power and performance in the 2023 BMW i4
The 2023 i4 feeds the Electrons to either one or two electric motors depending on the model. The eDrive35 is one of two single-engined rear-wheel drive options using a 281-horsepower unit and the eDrive40 features a single motor on the rear axle with 335 hp.
The M50 has an electric motor on both axles, and together they provide all-wheel drive and produce 536 hp and 586 lb-ft. The M50 we tested hit 60 mph in 3.3 seconds which is faster than the rear-drive M3.
The rear i4 rides on a standard set of 18-inch wheels; 19 inchers are optional. Conversely, the all-wheel-drive M50 is equipped with either 19 or 20s. It has adaptive dampers and variable-ratio steering. The M50 i4 we drove delivered instant, powerful thrust, and although it weighs significantly more than the M3, it has a lower center of gravity. It helps him move gracefully and gracefully.
Range, charge and battery life
BMW says the single-engined, rear-wheel-drive i4 eDrive40 can travel up to about 300 miles on a full battery. The twin-wheel drive M50 has the same 81.5 kWh battery but has a claimed range of 245 miles.
These i4 models have a 200kWh charging capacity that can add between 88 and 108 miles in just 10 minutes and the entry-level eDrive35 model comes with a smaller battery with a net capacity of 66.0kWh which is said to provide around 260 miles of range and up to It maxes out at charging speeds of 180 kW and using a Level 2 charger (up to 11 kW) the i4 can recharge its battery from zero to 100 percent in less than 8 hours.
Fuel economy and MPGe in the real world
According to the EPA, the most efficient 2023 BMW i4 is the eDrive40 with standard 18-inch wheels. This model earned ratings of 109 mpg city and 108 mpg highway.
The addition of the larger 19-inch wheels drops those numbers slightly and the more powerful M50 model is also rated lower and although we didn't put every i4 through the 75-mph highway that is part of the extensive testing regimen to determine its world-class competency The real truth, however, is that the i4 eDrive 40 Gran Coupe we tested clocked 280 miles of range and just two miles short of the EPA estimate.
Infotainment and connectivity within the 2023 BMW i4
The i4 is one of the first BMW cars to feature the company's latest infotainment system and connectivity features called iDrive 8 and it works through a 14.9-inch touchscreen combined with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on a huge curved display on the dashboard along with a rotary console. In the center console, the system provides advanced voice commands and myriad popular features, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
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