BMW i4 eDrive40
November 2021 - May 2024£57,890Price from
80.7 kWhUseable Battery
320 miReal Range
252 Wh/miEfficiency
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BMW i4 eDrive40
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Price from (last known) £57,890
| Availability | Not available to order |
| Available to order from | November 2021 |
| Available to order until | May 2024 |
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge | £0 |
| Insurance Group | N/A |
Real Range between 230 - 460 mi
| City - Cold Weather | 300 mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather | 230 mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather | 265 mi |
| City - Mild Weather | 460 mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather | 300 mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather | 370 mi |
Performance
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph | 5.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 118 mph |
| Electric Range | 320 mi |
| Total Power | 250 kW (335 hp) |
| Total Torque | 317 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear |
Battery
| Nominal Capacity | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V |
| Warranty Period | No Data |
| Warranty Mileage | No Data |
| Useable Capacity | 80.7 kWh |
| Cathode Material | No Data |
| Pack Configuration | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | 399 V |
| Form Factor | No Data |
| Name / Reference | No Data |
Charging
Home / Destination
| Charge Port | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power † | 11 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->320 mi) † | 8h45m |
| Charge Speed † | 37 mph |
Rapid Charging
| Charge Port | CCS |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 207 kW DC |
| Charge Power (10-80%) | 131 kW DC |
| Charge Time (32->256 mi) | 27 min |
| Charge Speed | 490 mph |
| Autocharge Supported | Yes |
Plug & Charge
| Plug & Charge Supported | No |
| Supported Protocol | - |
Battery Preconditioning
| Preconditioning Possible | Yes |
| Automatically using Navigation | Yes |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
| V2L Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| Exterior Outlet(s) | - |
| Interior Outlet(s) | - |
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
| V2H via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2H via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
| V2G via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2G via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
| Range | 320 mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 252 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 160 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEL)
| Range | 366 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 259 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 220 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 156 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 183 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEH)
| Range | 305 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 307 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 265 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 132 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 153 mpg |
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption between 175 - 351 Wh/mi
| City - Cold Weather | 269 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather | 351 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather | 305 Wh/mi |
| City - Mild Weather | 175 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather | 269 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather | 218 Wh/mi |
Safety (Euro NCAP)
| Safety Rating | |
| Adult Occupant | 87% |
| Child Occupant | 87% |
| Rating Year | 2022 |
| Vulnerable Road Users | 71% |
| Safety Assist | 64% |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | 4783 mm |
| Width | 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 2073 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) | 2125 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | 2605 kg |
| Max. Payload | 555 kg |
| Cargo Volume | 470 L |
| Cargo Volume Max | 1290 L |
| Cargo Volume Frunk | 0 L |
| Roof Load | 75 kg |
| Tow Hitch Possible | Yes |
| Towing Weight Unbraked | 750 kg |
| Towing Weight Braked | 1600 kg |
| Vertical Load Max | 75 kg |
Weight Test (by Bjørn Nyland)
| Weight Measured | 2200 kg |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 45% / 55% |
| Weight Front Axle | 980 kg |
| Weight Rear Axle | 1220 kg |
Miscellaneous
| Seats | 5 people |
| Isofix | Yes, 2 seats |
| Turning Circle | 12.5 m |
| Platform | BMW CLAR |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Car Body | Liftback Saloon |
| Segment | D - Large |
| Roof Rails | No |
| Heat pump (HP) | Yes |
| HP Standard Equipment | Yes |
Company Car Tax Indication
Financial Year 2021-22
| BIK Tax Rate | 1% |
| P11D Value from | £57,835 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £578 |
| BIK @ 20% | £10 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £19 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £22 pcm |
Financial Year 2022-23
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £57,835 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £1,157 |
| BIK @ 20% | £19 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £39 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £43 pcm |
Financial Year 2023-24
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £57,835 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £1,157 |
| BIK @ 20% | £19 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £39 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £43 pcm |
Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)
Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the BMW i4 eDrive40. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
| Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
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| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 41h30m | 8 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 25h45m | 12 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 13 hours | 25 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 8h45m | 37 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | 8h45m | 37 mph |
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the BMW i4 eDrive40.
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
- Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
| Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
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| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW | 71 min | 180 mph |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 150 kW | 116 kW † | 31 min | 430 mph |
| CCS (300 kW DC) | 207 kW † | 131 kW † | 27 min | 490 mph |
| Charge Curve |
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Data made available by Fastned |
| This vehicle supports Autocharge |
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| This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
BMW Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the BMW i4 eDrive40. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
- Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
- Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
- Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
- Time: time needed for charging session
| BMW Claimed Specifications |
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| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
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| 205 kW | 10 % | 80 % | 32 min |
All about the BMW i4 eDrive40
No longer available
This electric vehicle is no longer in production and not available to buy new. The BMW i4 eDrive40 was available from November 2021 until May 2024. Financial data like price, leasing and company car tax were applicable to the final year of availability of the BMW i4 eDrive40.
A new model of the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021) is available: BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024).
Pricing
The BMW i4 eDrive40 had a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £56,985 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £57,890. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The BMW i4 eDrive40 is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the BMW i4 eDrive40 is 250 kW (335 hp). The maximum torque is 317 lb-ft. The BMW i4 eDrive40 is rear wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 5.7 seconds. The top speed is 118 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the BMW i4 eDrive40 has a total capacity of 83.9 kWh. The usable capacity is 80.7 kWh. A range of about 320 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 230 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 460 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 8 hours 45 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13 hours and a charge rate of 25 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 41 hours 30 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 207 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 131 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 220 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BMW i4 eDrive40 is about 252 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 160 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 351 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 175 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The BMW i4 eDrive40 emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from BMW
The link below will open the page of the i4 on the official BMW site.