The BMW i4 eDrive40 electric sedan is priced from $99,900 and its M50 performance variant from $124,900 before on-road costs, both due in BMW Australia showrooms early 2022.
The BMW i4 range features 19-inch wheels, LED lights, twin screens and a suite of advanced safety and 40 driver assistance aids as standard.
Both models are offered with complimentary five-year subscription to Chargefox fast DC and ultra-rapid chargers, enabling a 10% to 80% recharge in 31 minutes and able to add up to 164km range in 10 minutes.
The eDrive40 has up to 590km range (WLTP) and the M50 up to 510km range.
The BMW i4 will be manufactured at BMW Group Plant Munich with sustainability a core focus, including electricity from hydroelectric plants in Bavaria, as part of BMW Group’s plan to reduce its emissions by 80% by 2030.
Among the highlights of the new electric powertrain are compact drive units that have an elastic bearing in their respective axle subframes.
The extremely slim high-voltage battery has a cell height of 110mm, is positioned low down in the vehicle floor and has a fixed connection with an aluminium shear panel and the front axle subframe.
A centre of gravity up to 53mm lower than that of the BMW 3 Series Sedan combined with even weight distribution, a torsionally stiff and weight-minimised body, optimised aerodynamics (Cd of 0.24) and wide tracks aid sporting ability.
Both the i4 eDrive40e and M50 models for Australia will be equipped with adaptive M suspension that incorporates bespoke tuning, as well as variable sport steering, M Sport brakes and 19-inch M Light alloy wheels.
Near-actuator wheel slip limitation optimises traction and directional stability in all road and weather conditions – fitted as standard on the BMW i4.
The fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology in the BMW i4 comprises drive units bringing together the electric motor, power electronics and transmission within a single housing, giving a power density of up to 2.14kW/kg and a high efficiency factor.
Demanding a large amount of power for more than 10 seconds in the BMW i4 M50 triggers Sport Boost, which unfurls not only the drive system’s maximum output but also its maximum system torque of 795Nm., enabling the BMW M model to sprint from 0-100km/h in 3.9 seconds.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 generates peak torque of 430Nm, enabling it to achieve a 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds.
Acoustic glazing, pre-heating and pre-conditioning come as standard, as do sport seats and a sports steering wheel.
The large tailgate has an automatic opening and closing mechanism as standard, compartment capacity ranging between 470 and 1290 litres.
Individualisation options abound and include seat heating, BMW Individual trim variants, electric glass roof and the premium Harman/Kardon surround sound system.
Customers are advised to contact their nearest BMW dealer for all pricing enquiries.
