Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 xDrive40 vs i4 xDrive40
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General Info
The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €64100. The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €66990 on the used car market.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) is a Sedan, whereas the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-2025 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €64100 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €66990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) has a larger battery, the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 428 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 538 km | 546 km |
| Range (GCC) | 427 km | 439 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 81.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.26 km/kWh | 5.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 206 kW, while the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) maxes out at 205 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 205 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 290 kW | 295 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 389 hp | 396 hp |
| Motor Torque | 590 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) is longer, wider, and taller.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4783 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2073 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2856 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) features a larger trunk, but the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2025-...).
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i4 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2355 kg | 2260 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 470 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 5 |
