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Everything you need to know about the BMW i4

The BMW i4 is the German marque's first all-electric M car. With a whisper-quiet drive and sporty performance wrapped in a stylish sedan body, the BMW i4 is the next evolution of the 4 series M car.

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In this article:

Who is the BMW i4 M50 a good car for?

What is the BMW i4 M50 like to drive?

Tech features in the BMW i4 M50

BMW i4 M50 price

Similar cars to the BMW i4 M50

 

Is the BMW i4 M50 a good car? 

The BMW i4 M50 is the first all-electric sports sedan from the German automaker that wears the famous M badge. Luxury sports trim coupled with new tech and blistering performance results in a vehicle that ticks all the boxes for a sports sedan that is not only fast but good for the environment as well.

Who is the BMW i4 M50 a good car for?

The BMW i4 M50 is a good car for individuals and small families that enjoy a spot of German premium fitment as well as the finessed drive of a sports sedan that has been enhanced with an all-electric drivetrain.

Is the BMW i4 M50 a good first car?

The steep initial purchase price and torquey performance stats may deter new drivers although high levels of safety and driver assistance system will suit inexperienced drivers. 

Is the BMW i4 M50 a good family car?

 The I4 has the same if not better interior space than its 4 series ICE counterpart. Flat floors and a flat boot lead to extra legroom and a boot that can hold 470l of luggage.

 

Is there a hybrid BMW i4 M50?

The BMW i4 M50 is all-electric, powered by two electric motors with peak output and maximum system torque of 795 Nm. Acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds with no ICE needed.

 

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What’s it like to drive? 

Reviewer's opinion

The i4 blends the latest technology in the form of the new BMW OS8 and Curved Display into a cabin that still, ergonomically, feels like the 3 and 4 Series that we're familiar with.

- Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader

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What does it look like?

Exterior

 

Interior

 

What is the BMW i4 M50 like inside? 

The interior of the i4 is a mixture of older design elements and new technology that seamlessly blends together into a new and exciting environment that is driver-focused.

 

Style

The usual leather trim with gloss black and brushed aluminium trim can be found but it is the large curved display that hogs all the attention. This Hi-definition screen is now the centrepiece and the control centre for this new vehicle.

Tech features

  • seat heating and ventilation
  • M Sport package Pro
  • ambient lighting
  • Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
  • BMW iDrive control/operation system
  • BMW Curved touchscreen display
  • BMW Operating System 8

Price and specs

Which is the cheapest BMW i4 M50?

There is currently only one derivative of the i4 available in SA

 

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How much does it cost?

BMW i4 M50  R 1 600 000

*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.

Competitors

Similar Cars to the BMW i4 M50

There are currently no similar or competitive vehicles to the BMW i4 available in South Africa. The below models are its competitors but are not sold in SA.

 

Tesla Model 3

Kia EV6

Polestar 2

 

Author - Lawrence Minnie

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more

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