BMW i4 M50: MASTERPIECE or Just an (Expensive) ICE Conversion?

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Күн бұрын

We drive the BMW i4 for the first time! And what a way to get into one with the most powerful dual motor M50 version.
In this video we give you an in-depth overview of everything there is to know about this car, from the practicality and interior space, all the way to charging performance, real-world range and efficiency from the perspective of an EV specialist which sold over 500 of the smaller BMW i3s.
This particular example is also equipped with the Driving Assistant Professional which Martin found particularly consistent on the 200 mile drive from Leeds to London and the Parking Assistant Plus with probably the best implementation of a 360-degree top down camera view out of any brand on the market.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Practicality
02:12 Exterior Design
03:01 Interior Space
03:36 Driving Experience
06:40 Driving Settings
09:52 Driving Assistant Professional
14:14 Refinement
15:15 Driving Dynamics
20:18 Charging at IONITY Cambridge
21:24 Infotainment System (iDrive 8)
24:26 Drive to London
29:55 Parking Assistance
31:12 Conclusion

Пікірлер: 25

@jonathantaylor1998 Ай бұрын

Despite the compromise of being built on ICE underpinnings, the efficiency of the i4 M50, especially considering the power on offer, is fabulous - I appreciate a Tesla Model 3 Performance would have been more efficient still, but that model simply doesn't compare to the solidity and build quality of the BMW.

@davesax11 13 күн бұрын

Well done. Finest car I've owned for almost 2 years. One pedal driving is like driving a manual without needing to shift. Only reservation is range under EPA estimate.

@A2an Ай бұрын

Yes indeed, I would love to see more and also the 40 and 35 model ❤ Liked your video as usual very informative, neutral and precise.

@wiselyauto Ай бұрын

If the right examples come along we are sure we will get them into stock and film some content for you. 😊

@BenVallack Ай бұрын

I'd love to see a deep dive into the difference between i3 and modern BMW EVs. I.e the original design team leaving bmw, leaving the carbon fiber construction behind etc.

@colintwyning9614 Ай бұрын

Yes the i3 was a great leap forward so why go back. it is profit etc. i suppose.

@pilotandthecity8527 Ай бұрын

It's actually not. Combining all available drivetrains in one model makes BMW more flexible to adjust to a changing market. The carbon i3 chassis was very expensive to make and even harder to adjust if needed or wanted.

@colintwyning9614 Ай бұрын

@@pilotandthecity8527 so profit then. 😀

@Internationalmanofmysteries Ай бұрын

As a current i3 driver I'd appreciate any info available about the i4. Are the ptc heaters still a failure point and prone to leak into the HV harness, make and model of the used lithium cells, i3 heat pump cutoff point was only -10-13°C, any improvements? Really everything would be appreciated. I'm considering whether to get the i4 as my next vehicle. Oh... Do I have to pay a yearly fee for connected drive and other features??

@jamespatrinos4708 Ай бұрын

Really great, practical review. It really helps when trying to make a decision about which car to choose. For me, I love the aesthetic of the i4 and the quality and tech seem to be there as well. I hope BMW continues to work on it to improve range and performance.

@steveearley8352 Ай бұрын

Always top notch info. Learn lots from your output thanks

@melcragg7814 Ай бұрын

Another great video. Thanks

@hardykornfeld1733 Ай бұрын

Our 2024 i4 e40 msport has a lifetime average of 3.8 mi/kWh over 27,000 miles mostly highway. Up here in NE efficiency drops to the mid 3s in winter but it gets low 4s in summer. It’s been a great car so far, with much better driving dynamics than all the others we tested.

@glenf4115 Ай бұрын

Hi Martin, love the i4. For reference the Drivers Assistance Professional package is for the first 8 years. After 8 years it will be disabled. (according to the configurator information, after 8 yeras the advanced driver-assistance software (ADAS) is disabled.)

@pilotandthecity8527 Ай бұрын

Beautiful car with great technology. It's just the front... Mixed with a new design language of the upcoming "Neue Klasse" it'll probably look amazing! Great video again. Compliments!

@bshah4831 Ай бұрын

With my i4 eDrive40 M Sport with the 19 Inch wheels and adaptive damping I can frequently achieve 4 miles per kwh.

@antonioneves9247 Ай бұрын

The big brakes fit even under 17s according to dealer here. I have them ordered on my incoming e40 m pack with 18 m wheels. Thats just a per country based decision. I guess over there they want to cash in and force you to take the larger 20inch more expensive wheels. But i can assure you its not the caliper size.

@ianjoyner4033 Ай бұрын

Did you film any content with your iX3, how did the efficiency on that compare?

@rogerhudson9732 Ай бұрын

It's just like an old style BMW saloon, it's like the totally misunderstood what the i3 and i8 were about. Does the i4 use carbon fibre and aluminium ??

@colintwyning9614 Ай бұрын

Martin "Clarkson" 😆

@harrycummings6501 Ай бұрын

I’m enjoying my BMW eDrive 40 but it has all the goodies except the top technology package, whilst you can tell it’s a BMW by build quality and design, I still find EVs totally characterless to drive and the excess weight does also make a massive difference to the drive compared to an ICE 3 or 4 series.

@richardpiper4828 Ай бұрын

By all metric measures the i4 seems to be an excellently engineered and technically developed car but like so many I cannot overcome its ugly looks and the compromises from using an ICE platform. Furthermore it is very expensive. As appears to be the case with most EVs the single drive version may be the better model to go for.

@obieWanmotivation Ай бұрын

Many people complained about the ugly exterior except those who bought the 4 series and i4 vehicles. BMW has sold and continues to sell a lot of those "ugly" kidney grill cars which adds credence to the saying that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

@JustMe99999 14 күн бұрын

I think it looks great.