Video Summary
Okay, here's a summary of the key points of the BMW i4 eDrive 40 review.- The 2025 i4 eDrive 40 is fun to drive.
- It is a genuine BMW.
- The exterior has new colors, updated kidney grills, and updated exterior lights.
- The interior has a new steering wheel and a curved display, including the latest iDrive OS 8.5.
- The drive system is rear-wheel drive with an electric motor at the back, making 335 horsepower and 317 pounds of torque.
- It has an 84.3 kilowatt-hour battery, with a max charge rate of 205 kilowatts.
- According to the EPA, the range is 301 miles; in Canada, it's 484 kilometers.
- The electric steering and suspension are familiar double-joint spring struts in front and multi-link in the rear.
- There are 18" or 19" wheels and tires.
- The curb weight is over 4,700 pounds.
- Weight distribution is 45% front, 55% rear.
- Steering is electrically assisted.
- The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds.
- The torque is available 100% of the time.
- It provides excellent handling and braking.
- The back seat has less headroom but the front seats are spacious and supportive.
- The iDrive controller is redundant but easy to deal with, as are the HVAC and climate controls in the screen,
- The navigation system can blacklist certain charging networks.
- The rear hatch has a lot of room.
- The tail lights use lasers to illuminate fibre optic cables.
