2021-2024 BMW i4 eDrive40 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Q: How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here s a breakdown of the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) cargo space: Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 16.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№89 out of 158 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 45.6 cubic feet of total cargo space (№118 out of 182 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Specifications and Dimensions

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2021-2024 (Discontinued)

Available in the USA: Yes

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

Germany

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: Liftback

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

GCC

305-366 mi 56 out of 245 301 mi 57 out of 164 290 mi 79 out of 254

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

83.9 kWh 54 out of 165 80.7 kWh 66 out of 187

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

27.8 kWh/100 mi 67 out of 211 3.59 mi/kWh 98 out of 238

Charging

Max AC Charging: 11 kW 10 out of 24

Max DC Charging: 207 kW 23 out of 84

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

CCS Type 1

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): RWD 1 motor: PMSM

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

250 kW (335 hp) 104 out of 192 317 lb-ft 125 out of 187

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 5.5 s 39 out of 118

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 118 mph 37 out of 71

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 188.3 in 81 out of 224

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

81.6 in 59 out of 105 72.9 in 55 out of 98

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 57 in 129 out of 155

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 112.4 in 62 out of 137

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 4684 lb 244 out of 517

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

16.6 ft³ 89 out of 158 45.6 ft³ 118 out of 182 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: 3500 lb 25 out of 51

Last Updated:

July 04, 2024

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Range Map

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Dark green area: One-way

Charging

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

This car does not support DC fast charging

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NEMA 5-15

Output:: 1.8 kW

120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

NEMA 5-20

Output:: 2.4 kW

120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-20

Output:: 4.8 kW

240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-30

Output:: 7.2 kW

240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

CCS DC 50 kW

Output:: 50 kW

CCS DC 100 kW

Output:: 100 kW

CCS DC 150 kW

Output:: 150 kW

CCS DC 200 kW

Output:: 200 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

Output:: 250 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

Output:: 350 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Output:: 75 kW

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Output:: 150 kW

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Output:: 250 kW

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11 kW) Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (207 kW)

The car only accepts single-phase current (max 240 V)

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The car’s DC charging capability at 400V stations is limited to 207 kW

Time

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Avg. Power

kW

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AC Charging 20–80%

Using a outlet, charging the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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DC Charging 20–80%

Using a station, charging the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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Overview

The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2021. BMW stopped making the eDrive40 in 2024 and replaced it with the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-…). You can still find BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) on the used car market, with prices starting around $42,200.

The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a 83.9 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 290 mi on a single charge — ranked №203 out of 858 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds (№39 out of 118 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and reach a top speed of 118 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 250 kW (335 hp) of power and 317 lb-ft of torque.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Real-world range of the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) is 290 miles (№79 out of 254 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) — depending on several factors, including:

Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

In the USA BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a CCS Type 1 charge port.

You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11 kW, which translates to approximately 36 miles of range added per hour of charging.
For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 207 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using EV Charging Calculator.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024):

Length: 188.3 in
Width: 81.6 in (including side mirrors) or #WIDTH_WO_MIRRORS_VALUE# in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 57 in
Wheelbase: 112.4 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 4684 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here's a breakdown of the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) cargo space:

Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 16.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№89 out of 158 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 45.6 cubic feet of total cargo space (№118 out of 182 ranked positions, among 858 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity (braked) of up to 3500 lbs (maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes).