BENCHMARK VS ESTABLISHMENT | 2022 BMW I4 VS 2022 TESLA MODEL S

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This video presents a comparison between the 2022 Tesla Model S and the 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40, acknowledging the significant price and performance disparity. The reviewer highlights that the i4, while based on a 4 Series platform, offers a familiar BMW interior experience with more traditional controls and features like Apple CarPlay, contrasting with the Model S's minimalist, screen-centric approach and controversial yoke steering wheel. Key criticisms of the i4 include the lack of a front trunk and a less spacious rear seat due to the transmission tunnel, while the Model S is praised for its superior acceleration, handling, and advanced charging infrastructure management. However, the Model S's high price point, nearly double that of the i4 (especially with tax credits), makes it inaccessible for many. The reviewer concludes that while the Model S is objectively superior in performance and features, the BMW i4 is an excellent electric vehicle for those seeking a familiar luxury sedan experience at a more attainable price, despite its compromises.