BMW i4 eDrive40
Real-world range calculator with WLTP data
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Real-world range calculator with WLTP data
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i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe - Premium RWD Sedan Calculator
The i4 eDrive40 achieves 590 km WLTP from its 80.7 kWh usable (83.9 kWh gross) battery - BMW's largest EV battery shared with iX xDrive50. Our calculator uses ADAC Ecotest data showing 510 km (86% WLTP) and Car and Driver 75 mph test achieving 260 miles (418 km or 71% WLTP). The single 250 kW rear motor with BMW's fifth-generation eDrive delivers 340 PS but prioritizes efficiency over i4 M50's dual-motor 544 PS. At 2,125 kg, it's 295 kg heavier than Model 3 despite similar dimensions - premium materials and 50/50 weight distribution for BMW dynamics.
i4 eDrive40 Winter Performance - German ADAC Testing
ADAC winter testing at -7°C achieved 410 km (69% WLTP) versus Tesla Model 3's 440 km (70% WLTP) despite BMW's larger 80.7 kWh battery. The heat pump is optional equipment (standard only in Nordic markets) - US/UK cars with PTC resistive heater lose 38% winter range versus 28% with heat pump. Single rear motor RWD struggles more in snow than Tesla's better weight distribution - BMW recommends winter tire package mandatory for Nordic use. TÜV tested i4 with 8,200+ km winter data from German fleet operators.
ADAC measured 34% range loss at -7°C highway driving with heat pump, 42% without. City driving loses 26% due to frequent stops benefiting regen. Below -15°C, range drops to 58% WLTP with PTC heater (65% with heat pump) as battery heating consumes 2.5 kW continuously. The larger 80.7 kWh battery still provides 340+ km absolute winter range even at 58% efficiency.
Winter Tips:
- ❄️ ECO PRO mode limits power to 160 kW and raises regen threshold to maximize one-pedal winter driving
- ❄️ My BMW Remote app preconditioning draws 5.5 kW for cabin plus 2 kW battery heating - total 45 minutes needed
- ❄️ Heated seats (100W front, 50W rear) and heated wheel (60W) standard but heated armrests only M Sport package
- ❄️ Adaptive M suspension lowers ride height 10mm - winter mode raises back for 5mm extra clearance in deep snow
- ❄️ BMW Charging network in-car integration prioritizes heat-pump equipped DC chargers for winter efficiency
- ❄️ DSC traction control allows more rear slip than Tesla before intervention - skilled drivers gain efficiency
Winter Features:
- Heat pump optional except Scandinavia - reduces winter consumption 1.8 kWh/100km versus PTC heater
- Battery liquid thermal management maintains 23-40°C but heats slower than Tesla (40 min vs 30 min to optimal)
- Automatic departure time preconditioning via My BMW app but doesn't integrate with calendar like Tesla
- Winter tire recommendation: Pirelli P Zero Winter 245/40R19 front, 255/40R19 rear for staggered setup
- RWD with 50/50 weight distribution needs careful throttle in snow - no e-LSD like M50 for torque vectoring
i4 eDrive40 Real-World Range - ADAC Ecotest Results
ADAC Ecotest achieved 510 km (86% WLTP) - BMW's best WLTP achievement rate among German brands. Car and Driver 75 mph highway test recorded 260 miles (418 km) or 71% WLTP. EPA rates i4 at 301 miles (485 km) versus WLTP 590 km - the 18% gap reflects aggressive US highway speeds. BMW Connected Drive data from 14,500+ i4 eDrive40 owners shows median 505 km mixed range at 18°C. Highway sustained 140 km/h yields 395 km - better than Model 3 Performance but 12% worse than Model 3 Long Range.
What Car? UK testing achieved 310 miles (499 km) mixed cycle - 85% of WLTP and matching ADAC. InsideEVs 70 mph test recorded 276 miles (444 km) versus Tesla Model 3's 331 miles despite BMW's 8% larger battery. The efficiency gap is weight: i4's 2,125 kg versus Model 3's 1,830 kg means 16% more mass to accelerate. Edmunds Real World testing achieved 22.3 kWh/100km versus Model 3's 18.4 kWh/100km.
Three factors create i4's efficiency profile: 0.24 Cd Gran Coupe beats SUVs but trails Model 3's 0.219 Cd, 295 kg weight penalty versus Model 3 (2,125 vs 1,830 kg) costs 2.8 kWh/100km highway energy, and BMW's conservative thermal management prioritizes 300,000 km battery longevity over maximum performance. Despite this, i4 achieves 16.9 kWh/100km WLTP versus Polestar 2's 17.4 and Ioniq 5's 18.2 kWh/100km.
Achieving 550+ km Real Range in i4 eDrive40
- Adaptive regen in ECO PRO learns your route and maximizes recovery - up to 22% energy return versus fixed regen
- iDrive 8 efficiency coaching provides real-time throttle guidance - following advice adds 8-12% range
- Maintain 2.5 bar (36 PSI) recommended pressure - i4 manual allows 2.7 bar for low-rolling resistance Bridgestone Turanza tires
- Driving Assistant Professional's adaptive cruise predicts elevation changes - uses less energy than manual throttle
- BMW Charging integration with Plugsurfing preconditions battery automatically when routing to DC charger
- Curved display shows 3D efficiency map predicting range impact of route choices with real gradient data
i4 eDrive40 Charging - Slower Than Tesla But Adequate
- DC charging peaks 205 kW from 10-32% SoC then drops to 140 kW at 50%, 60 kW at 70% - slower than Tesla's 250 kW
- 10-80% takes 31 minutes at peak power but real-world Ionity averages 37 minutes due to power sharing
- AC charging at 11 kW fills 10-100% in 8.5 hours - BMW Wallbox Essential or any CCS charger compatible
- Battery preconditioning via navigation takes 35-45 minutes to reach 28°C optimal temperature for 205 kW
- Charge to 80% daily for longevity - BMW warranty guarantees 70% capacity at 160,000 km with normal use
- My BMW app integrates with dynamic electricity pricing but only in Germany, UK, and Nordics currently