BMW i4 M50

November 2021 - May 2024

£71,085Price from

80.7 kWhUseable Battery

280 miReal Range

288 Wh/miEfficiency

This electric vehicle is no longer for sale

A new model is available:
BMW i4 M50 BMW i4 M50

Price from (last known) £71,085

Availability Not available to order
Available to order from November 2021
Available to order until May 2024
Annual VED £195
Congestion Charge £0
Insurance Group N/A
Price shown is the last known On The Road price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Real Range between 200 - 395 mi

City - Cold Weather 265 mi
Highway - Cold Weather 200 mi
Combined - Cold Weather 235 mi
City - Mild Weather 395 mi
Highway - Mild Weather 260 mi
Combined - Mild Weather 320 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
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Long Distance Suitability
3 / 5

First Leg Distance 205 mi
Charging Stop 0mi
Second Leg Distance 112 mi
Total Distance 317 mi
First Leg Duration 3h 0min
Charging Stop 15 min
Second Leg Duration 1h 38min
Total Duration 4h 53min
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The 'long distance suitability' is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes.

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->280 mi) † 8h45m
Charge Speed † 32 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 (28->224 mi) 27 min
Charge Speed 430 mph
Autocharge Supported Yes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported No
Supported Protocol -

Battery Preconditioning

Preconditioning Possible Yes
Automatically using Navigation Yes
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† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13 hours and a charge speed of 22 mph.
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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 3.9 sec
Top Speed 140 mph
Electric Range 280 mi
Total Power 400 kW (536 hp)
Total Torque 586 lb-ft
Drive AWD

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 280 mi
Vehicle Consumption 288 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 140 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range 322 mi
Rated Consumption 291 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 250 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 139 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 162 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range 257 mi
Rated Consumption 362 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 314 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 112 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 129 mpg
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
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 204 - 404 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather 305 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather 404 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather 343 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather 204 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather 310 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather 252 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
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Safety (Euro NCAP)

Safety Rating
Adult Occupant 87%
Child Occupant 87%
Rating Year 2022
Vulnerable Road Users 71%
Safety Assist 64%
For more details on the safety rating of this vehicle, visit euroncap.com

Dimensions and Weight

Length 4783 mm
Width 1852 mm
Width with mirrors 2073 mm
Height 1448 mm
Wheelbase 2856 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 2290 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 2735 kg
Max. Payload 520 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 2400 kg
Weight Distribution (F/R) 48% / 52%
Weight Front Axle 1140 kg
Weight Rear Axle 1260 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 £71,030
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £710
BIK @ 20% £12 pcm
BIK @ 40% £24 pcm
BIK @ 45% £27 pcm

Financial Year 2022-23

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £71,030
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,421
BIK @ 20% £24 pcm
BIK @ 40% £47 pcm
BIK @ 45% £53 pcm

Financial Year 2023-24

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £71,030
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,421
BIK @ 20% £24 pcm
BIK @ 40% £47 pcm
BIK @ 45% £53 pcm
Go to the i4 on the official BMW website.
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

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 M50. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 41h30m 7 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 25h45m 11 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 13 hours 22 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 8h45m 32 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 8h45m 32 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

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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 M50.

  • 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)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 50 kW 71 min 160 mph
CCS (150 kW DC) 150 kW 116 kW † 31 min 370 mph
CCS (300 kW DC) 207 kW † 131 kW † 27 min 430 mph
Charge Curve

Data made available by Fastned
This vehicle supports Autocharge
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.

Long Distance Suitability

How suitable an electric car is for long trips depends not only on the range. How quickly the car can charge plays an almost equally important role. Whether an EV is suitable for long trips depends on the battery capacity, efficiency, and fast charging capability.

To easily compare cars among each other, a benchmark has been established that combines these factors into the total distance a vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop: the '1-Stop Range'. Based on the 1-Stop Range, the 5-star rating is determined. The result of the benchmark is shown in the graph below.

1-Stop Range

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5-Star Rating

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Revision of Rating

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BMW i4 M50
3 / 5

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5
235 mi
3h 26min
15 min
128 mi
1h 52min
205 mi
3h 0min
15 min
112 mi
1h 38min
317 mi (4h 53min)
182 mi
2h 40min
15 min
99 mi
1h 27min
281 mi (4h 22min)
0 mi
100
200
300
400
Mild Weather
363 mi 1-Stop Range
Average Conditions
317 mi 1-Stop Range
Cold Weather
281 mi 1-Stop Range

All about the BMW i4 M50

No longer available

This electric vehicle is no longer in production and not available to buy new. The BMW i4 M50 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 M50.

A new model of the BMW i4 M50 (2021) is available: BMW i4 M50 (2024).

Pricing

The BMW i4 M50 had a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £70,180 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £71,085. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Drivetrain and Performance

The BMW i4 M50 is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the BMW i4 M50 is 400 kW (536 hp). The maximum torque is 586 lb-ft. The BMW i4 M50 is all wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 3.9 seconds. The top speed is 140 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the BMW i4 M50 has a total capacity of 83.9 kWh. The usable capacity is 80.7 kWh. A range of about 280 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 200 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 395 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 22 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 195 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BMW i4 M50 is about 288 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 140 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 404 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 204 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The BMW i4 M50 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.

Go to the i4 on the official BMW website.

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