Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M50 vs Tesla Model S 85D
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) for as low as €47700, while the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) begins at €18000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2015-2016 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €47700 | €18000 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) has a larger battery, the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 435 km | 435 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 519 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 409 km | 405 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 80.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 5.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) maxes out at 120 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 311 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 417 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 660 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.4 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024).
The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1964 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016), but the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model S 85D |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 2199 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 745 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.5 |
