2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE 40 RWD VS TESLA MODEL 3

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The 2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 is reviewed as a compelling alternative to the Tesla Model 3, offering a more practical hatchback design for cargo and a refined driving experience. While both vehicles present tight rear legroom for taller passengers, the i4's practicality shines with its large opening trunk, capable of accommodating bulky items like bathroom vanities, a feat impossible in the Model 3's conventional trunk. The reviewer notes the i4's charging speed is respectable, though slower than the Model 3's peak, and its rated range is more conservative and realistic than Tesla's optimistic figures. Despite the Model 3 offering slightly better acceleration and a lower starting price, the i4 is praised for its design and highway driving prowess. The reviewer highlights that the current updates are primarily cosmetic, with more significant mechanical changes anticipated for future model years.