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

Technical Specifications of BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024)

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General Info

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

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

Germany

Current Status Announced (planned), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made): Discontinued

Body Style Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback): Sedan

Range and Efficiency

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

EPA

GCC

305-366 mi 53 out of 233 301 mi 54 out of 155 290 mi 73 out of 242

Battery Capacity Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.: Nominal

Usable

83.9 kWh 51 out of 150 80.7 kWh 63 out of 177

Efficiency Energy consumption per distance driven. The more efficient the car, the less energy it needs to go the same distance.: 27.8 kWh/100 mi (3.6 mi/kWh) 66 out of 204

Charging

Max Charging Power Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC): AC

DC

11 kW 10 out of 23 207 kW 20 out of 81

Architecture Most EVs use a 400V system, but newer models with higher voltage can 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 Drivetrain configuration: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor), IM (AC Induction Motor): RWD: PMSM

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

Torque

250 kW (335 hp) 99 out of 186 317 lb-ft 115 out of 172

0-60 mph Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe): 5.5 s 38 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (maximum speed): 118 mph 35 out of 65

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 188.3 in 72 out of 198

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

w/o Mirrors

81.6 in 56 out of 100 72.9 in 54 out of 92

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 57 in 123 out of 147

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 112.4 in 58 out of 123

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 211 out of 437

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

Max

Frunk

16.6 ft3 89 out of 151 45.6 ft3 105 out of 160 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: 3500 lb 23 out of 46

Last Updated:

July 04, 2024

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How Far Can You Go in BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024)

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Charging BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

CCS DC 100 kW

CCS DC 150 kW

CCS DC 200 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 207 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 207 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

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Supercharger V2 150 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 207 kW

Last Updated:

July 04, 2024

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About BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024)

The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive sedan. 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 №191 out of 761 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 (№38 out of 116 ranked positions, among 761 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 (№73 out of 242 ranked positions, among 761 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.

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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 72.9 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 151 ranked positions, among 761 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 (№105 out of 160 ranked positions, among 761 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).