Video Summary
Key points from the electric car review:- The i4 xDrive40 has 279 miles of EPA-rated range and 396 horsepower, positioning it as the sweet spot in the lineup.
- During DC fast charging, the car went from 12% to 80% in 30 minutes, adding 175 miles of range, which is 5.8 miles of range per minute.
- At the start of the DC fast charging test, the car was taking in 205kW of power; it later tapered off.
- A DC fast charging test on the i4 resulted in a charging-station-error message.
- The interior is nearly identical to the gas-powered 4 Series Gran Coupe and includes a physical gear selector, an instrument panel, and, optionally, a head-up display.
- At the as-tested price of $78,000, the car's interior is not special enough, given the price tag.
- Backseat legroom is smaller than the gas-powered 4 Series Gran Coupe.
- The climate controls are fully incorporated into the touchscreen, which is not optimal for easy access while driving.
- The i4 is heavy at 5,000 pounds, but hides its weight well while cornering.
- The xDrive40’s 0 to 60 time is 4.7 seconds.
- There is a "thud" during the initial power surge when accelerating.
- The ride is smooth and quiet and has an advantage, over the Model 3, in this area.
- The i4 xDrive40 is the most well-rounded car in the lineup.
- Compared to Tesla controls, an owner familiar with BMW models shouldn't have too many surprises and find this car easy to drive.
