BMW I4 M50 VS TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE: 425 MILE TRIP COMPARISON

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This video details a 425-mile trip comparing the BMW i4 M50 (with 20" wheels) against a Tesla Model 3 Long Range (with 19" wheels). The reviewer highlights the i4 M50 as a refined and comfortable cruiser, excelling in ride quality, quietness, and its advanced driver-assistance systems, which are noted as being smoother than Tesla's in certain lane-change scenarios. However, the i4's efficiency is significantly lower than the Model 3's, achieving 3.1 miles/kWh compared to the Tesla's 4.1 miles/kWh on the same journey. This resulted in a real-world range of approximately 248 miles for the i4 M50 (worst-case configuration) versus 287 miles for the Model 3 Long Range. Charging was also a point of comparison, with the i4 requiring 45 minutes total for two stops, while the Tesla could complete the journey with minimal charging. The reviewer notes the i4's platform sharing with combustion engines leads to a large central tunnel, slightly compromising driver comfort. Despite its efficiency and range drawbacks compared to the Tesla, the i4 M50 is praised as an excellent, comfortable car for long journeys, with charging times being manageable for such a trip.