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Hello, I’m Double View, an automotive influencer.
Last weekend, I visited the BMW showroom in Suwon to check out the BMW electric sedan i4 in person.
The BMW i4 is a stylish coupe-like midsize sedan that offers a stable driving experience typical of electric vehicles.
Today, I will share a comprehensive review of the BMW i4, including a mock purchase estimate and a comparison between the eDrive40 and M50 models.
Let’s compare the specifications of the 2025 BMW i4, focusing on the eDrive40 and M50 models.
Let’s compare the specifications of the 2025 BMW i4, focusing on the eDrive40 and M50 models.
BMW released the i4 in two models: the eDrive40 and the M Performance model, the M50.
While the M50 clearly excels in driving performance and design,
it comes at a price that is about 7.6 million won (approximately $5,700 USD) higher, making it crucial to choose based on your driving environment and purpose.
When considering driving range, the lower-output eDrive40 model offers a longer range of 33 km (about 20.5 miles), so if you want to minimize charging concerns, the eDrive40 may be a better option than the M50.
| i4 eDrive40 | i4 M50 | Motor Type |
| Single motor (rear-wheel) | Dual motor (all-wheel) | Max Power (ps) |
| 340 | 544 | Max Torque (kgf·m) |
| 43.85 | 81.06 | 0-60 mph (seconds) |
| 5.7 | 3.9 | Driving Range (km) |
| 420 | 387 | Combined Efficiency (km/kWh) |
| 4.5 | 4.1 |
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and I felt a unique charm that sets it apart from high-performance internal combustion engine cars.
Additionally, the M Performance exclusive design adds a sporty and refined aesthetic to the vehicle.
I’ve gathered information on mock purchase estimates for the 2025 BMW i4.
Vehicle price: 84.5 million won (approximately $63,700 USD)
Bond discount: 300,000 won (approximately $225 USD)
Government subsidy: 1.87 million won (approximately $1,400 USD)
Local government subsidy: 960,000 won (approximately $720 USD, based on Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province)
→ Estimated actual purchase price: 85.99 million won (approximately $65,000 USD)
Now, let’s check the mock estimate for the 2025 BMW i4 M50.
Would you like to see it?
Acquisition tax: 4.43 million won (approximately $3,300 USD, electric vehicle discount applied)
Government subsidy: 1.77 million won (approximately $1,325 USD) Local government subsidy: 910,000 won (approximately $685 USD, based on Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province)
→ Estimated actual purchase price: 93.73 million won (approximately $70,000 USD)
The price difference between the two models is about 7.74 million won (approximately $5,800 USD), but considering the performance and design differences, I would lean towards the i4 M50.
Of course, 7.74 million won may seem significant, but given the price of the 2025 BMW i4, it’s not even 10% of the total cost.
This makes it a relatively minor difference.
From my experience test-driving both models, I would recommend the i4 M50 considering this price difference.
Who would I recommend the BMW i4 to?
The BMW i4, an electric sedan, provides a stable driving experience thanks to its low center of gravity.
While BMW also offers the i5 and i7 electric sedans, the i4 stands out as the most sporty and youthful model.
My spouse and I are considering the i4 as a second car because its design is increasingly attractive and it’s not a mass-produced model, adding to its uniqueness.
This model isn’t commonly seen everywhere, making it a great choice for those who value individuality.
If there were many customer complaints regarding the design, they likely would have made more significant changes during the facelift, which suggests that customers generally praised the design.
If there were many customer complaints regarding the design, they likely would have made more significant changes during the facelift, which suggests that customers generally praised the design.
I personally like the wheel design applied to the i4 eDrive40 model; it certainly captures the attention of younger owners with its sporty look.
The trunk space is 470 liters, and by folding down the second row, it can expand to a maximum of 1,290 liters, making it a coupe-style electric sedan I would recommend to golf enthusiasts.
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