In-depth reviews

BMW i4 owner reviews

“BMW’s first all-electric compact executive model almost does it all and proves electric cars can indeed be fun to drive”

Carbuyer Rating

4.3 out of 5

Owners Rating

5.0 out of 5

Price
£51,860 - £71,490
Advertisement

Reviews

Owner Reviews

  • 5 out of 5
  • 4 out of 5
  • 3 out of 5
  • 2 out of 5
  • 1 out of 5
thumbs up100%of people would recommend this car to a friend

Common Problems

    Review 1 of 3

    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Model

    I4 EDRIVE40 M SPORT

    Avg annual mileage

    5,000 – 9,999

    Owned

    Less than a year

    Bought Car

    New
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    Awesome! For comfort, ride, handling and performance this car is the best I have owned - after a long list of excellent vehicles from Audi, Mercedes and previous BMWs. The reassurance of having complete predictability in its characteristics on the road combines with its excellent range to make driving a real pleasure, whilst being cheaper to run than my wife’s Fiesta!
    What's the one thing you like most about your car?
    Its solid upmarket build quality.
    If you could improve one thing, what would it be?
    Having cable storage in the large plastic-shrouded vault under the bonnet.
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Model

    I4 EDRIVE40 SPORT

    Owned

    Less than a year

    Bought Car

    New
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    It is a great car. Range in summer is 360 miles. Normal everyday use at least 320. It is beautifully built, drives like a BMW, very quiet and very comfortable. Spacious boot with space beneath for cables. Tight in the back seats. The rear seat belt fixed position is extremely difficult to secure for a child seat. Rear tyre wear seems high.
    What's the one thing you like most about your car?
    Smooth power delivery
    If you could improve one thing, what would it be?
    Rear seat belt: very difficult to clip the belt in to the static part with child seat in position
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Model

    i4 eDrive 40 M Sport

    Avg annual mileage

    10,000 – 14,999

    Owned

    Less than a year

    Bought Car

    New
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    I am amazed by the car and how smooth it is to drive, plus the benefit of instant acceleration when required. I have noticed the one limitation with the car is the turning circle which is limiting. However, despite this small issue, overall it's still a very impressive vehicle to drive and gives me a 'wow' moment every time I step inside.
    What's the one thing you like most about your car?
    The smoothness of the drive and power delivery.
    If you could improve one thing, what would it be?
    Turning circle.
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

    Recommended

    GWM Ora 03 gets major £6k price cut and new sporty GT model
    GWM Ora 03 GT front quarter
    News
    21 Jan 2025

    GWM Ora 03 gets major £6k price cut and new sporty GT model

    New Alpine A290: fast electric hot hatch goes on sale from £33,500
    Alpine A290 front quarter
    News
    21 Jan 2025

    New Alpine A290: fast electric hot hatch goes on sale from £33,500

    New Genesis Electrified GV70 gets a redesign and bigger battery for 2025
    Genesis Electrified GV70 front quarter
    News
    17 Jan 2025

    New Genesis Electrified GV70 gets a redesign and bigger battery for 2025

    Top 10 best small electric cars 2025
    the best small electric cars
    Best cars
    16 Jan 2025

    Top 10 best small electric cars 2025

    Most Popular

    BMW recalled more cars than any other brand in 2024
    BMW 5 Series
    News
    17 Jan 2025

    BMW recalled more cars than any other brand in 2024

    The best luxury small cars to buy in 2025
    Best luxury small cars 2025
    Best cars
    16 Jan 2025

    The best luxury small cars to buy in 2025

    Best car leasing deals 2025: this week’s top PCH offers
    BMW 7 Series cornering
    Deals
    16 Jan 2025

    Best car leasing deals 2025: this week’s top PCH offers

    Tips & advice

    View All
    Car dashboard warning lights: what does each symbol mean?
    Car dashboard symbols and meanings
    Tips and advice
    21 Oct 2024

    Car dashboard warning lights: what does each symbol mean?

    Electric car charging stations: public networks, charger types, apps and maps
    Charging station
    Tips and advice
    23 Jul 2024

    Electric car charging stations: public networks, charger types, apps and maps

    PCP vs HP – which type of car finance is right for you?
    PCP vs HP
    Tips and advice
    17 May 2022

    PCP vs HP – which type of car finance is right for you?

    Average speed cameras: how do they work?
    Average speed cameras: how do they work?
    Tips and advice
    21 Mar 2024

    Average speed cameras: how do they work?

    Best cars

    View All
    Top 10 best car interiors
    Peugeot 208 hatchback
    Best cars
    25 Jun 2021

    Top 10 best car interiors

    Top 10 best electric cars 2025
    Best electric cars
    Best cars
    11 May 2024

    Top 10 best electric cars 2025

    Top 10 best cheap-to-run cars 2025
    Best cheap to run cars
    Best cars
    8 Jan 2025

    Top 10 best cheap-to-run cars 2025

    The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2025
    Fastest hot hatchbacks hero
    Best cars
    2 Jan 2024

    The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2025