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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
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    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?

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