Video Summary
The updated BMW i4 has revised aesthetics and improved efficiency.The claimed WLTP range is 500 km, an increase from the previous 485 km.
Charging times remain about the same: 11kW AC charging can charge from 0-100% in 8.25 hours; 180kW DC fast charging can charge from 10-80% in 32 minutes.
The output remains the same: it has a rear-mounted motor producing 286 ps and 400Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 6 seconds.
The headlights have a different internal design with L-shaped daytime running lights.
The grille design has been reworked and the visual bulk has been significantly reduced.
The bumpers have been reworked and the headlights come with adaptive beam technology.
The tested eDrive35 runs on 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Hankook S1 Evo Ventus tyres.
The window surrounds are done up in gloss black rather than chrome, and it still has frameless windows.
There is a lot of unpainted black cladding at the bottom, which reduces visual bulk.
The tail lights use a laser tail light system.
The car has a new center stack with a waterfall ambient light system and new A/C vents across the dash, but the toggle controls feel cheap.
Although it is a coupe-like body, the liftback design gives it significant cargo room.
This car is more driver-focused than passenger-focused.
500 km of range is almost impossible.
With normal driving, you will realistically get about 350-400 kilometers on a full charge.
Overall, the i4 offers a positive driving experience.
It’s a primarily urban car.
