WHY THE BMW I4 WILL CONVERT PETROLHEADS TO ELECTRIC

EV Channels Review

The reviewer expresses deep affection for the BMW i4, calling it "one of the finest electric driver’s cars" and "possibly the best all-round EV on sale today." He highlights BMW's mastery in producing sporty, four-door executive saloons, arguing the i4 is a more significant release than the flagship iX. The interior is praised for its intuitive design, physical buttons, and responsive infotainment system, rivaling the best in the industry. While acknowledging its shared platform with petrol cars, the reviewer finds the driving dynamics exceptional, particularly praising the balanced chassis, well-weighted controls, and a "usable but satisfying amount of power" in the eDrive40 model. He strongly recommends the eDrive40 over the more expensive M50, citing better ride comfort and more usable power delivery. Real-world range is estimated to be "just shy of 300" miles in cold weather from the 80.7 kWh battery. Criticisms include the lack of a rear windscreen wiper and the absence of a frunk. Ultimately, the i4 is lauded for retaining BMW's core driving DNA in an electric package, offering a superior experience to the Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2 in terms of material quality, fit, finish, and driving dynamics, despite a higher price point.