New BMW i4 Features
Explore the latest offers and finance deals on BMW i4, which is an all-electric Gran Coupé that blends the stylish silhouette of a coupé with the everyday usability of a saloon.
Key focus areas for the designers and engineers were maximum range, a captivating driving experience and cutting-edge technology, and they have delivered on all fronts.
Building on the foundations of the popular BMW 4 Series, which is powered by traditional engines, the battery, electric motor and suspension components in the i4 have been finely tuned to deliver effortless pace and agility.
Design and Practicality
A true Gran Coupé, the BMW i4 is a practical 4-door with the sloping sleekness of a stylish coupé, yet all the practicality you would expect from a saloon.
With signature blue detailing appearing on the bold new-look kidney grille, along the bottom of the sill and on the rear valance, this i4 is unmistakably BMW.
The i4 can seat five occupants in typical BMW refinement and comfort. A long wheelbase with short overhangs means the i4 blends practicality and optimum chassis dynamics in perfect fashion.
The boot is large, deep and has a flat floor, and the 470-litre capacity places it directly in between the loadspace found on the 3 Series and 5 Series saloons. This extends to 1,290 litres when the rear seats are folded down.
Technology and Safety
Technology is class-leading. BMW's next-generation Operating System 8.5 takes digital driver and vehicle interaction to a whole new level, with the latest display, control and software systems standard across the range.
A curved screen for better readability is one example of the magnificent attention to detail that is obvious throughout the cabin.
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, which is able to automate actions based on a number of factors including GPS location, is just one of the unique features on the i4.
Another is BMW ID, a digital service that allows you to import personalised vehicle settings each time you get in the car.
There are a variety of driver aids and safety features on offer in the i4, including:
- Reversing Assist Camera
- Park Distance Control, front and rear
- Front collision warning system with brake intervention
- Cruise Control with brake function
- Lane Departure Warning with lane return
Range and Performance
The BMW i4 has a maximum range of up to 373 miles in standard form. Move up to the i4 M50 and that figure reduces to 318 miles, though performance increases dramatically.
There are three powertrain options to choose from:
- i4 eDrive35: 282bhp and 295lb ft / 0 to 62mph in 6.0 seconds / 311-mile range
- i4 eDrive40: 335bhp and 317lb ft / 0 to 62mph in 5.7 seconds / 373-mile range
- i4 M50: 537bhp and 586lb ft / 0 to 62mph in 3.9 seconds / 324-mile range
The eDrive40 model is tuned for characterful sporty driving, with instantaneous torque and classical rear-wheel drive combining to great effect.
i4 M50 models have two motors, one driving the front wheels and one driving the rears.
The fully variable system is able to automatically send the power to where it is required at any given moment, meaning you have all-wheel drive traction when you need it, and rear-wheel drive efficiency when you do not.
Charging
The i4 can also be charged at home or the workplace using a Wallbox or even a conventional domestic plug socket.
Range is extended by the adaptive energy recuperation that occurs during overrun and braking. A lot of electric cars use regenerative braking, but the i4 uses technology that is connected to the navigation and driver assistance systems, adjusting the recuperation intensity in real time based on the driving scenario.
BMW Maps utilises charging-optimised route guidance and Augmented View to assist with charging when tackling longer journeys, ensuring a level of precision that is tailored to your requirements.
i4 Models
Sport
Key features:
- LED headlights and LED rear lights
- Automatic tailgate operation
- BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Curved Display
- BMW Operating System 8.5 with navigation
- Sport seats
- Sport leather steering wheel
- Automatic air conditioning with 3-zone control
- Reversing Assist Camera
- Park Distance Control, front, and rear
M Sport
Key features in addition/replacement to Sport:
- M leather steering wheel
- Interior trim strips in Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite
- High-gloss black rear diffuser
M50
Key features in addition/replacement to M Sport:
- M Aerodynamics package
- M light alloy wheels
- BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system
- Adaptive M suspension
- Variable sport steering
Test Drive the BMW i4
BMW has really pulled out all the stops on the i4 Gran Coupé, producing a vehicle that is not only practical and useful for everyday life, but fast, emotive and full of character, too.
To experience the BMW i4 first-hand, please contact your nearest Stratstone BMW retailer to arrange a test drive.
