BMW i4 M50 xDrive

ElectricsaloonGENERATION G26, 2024

544 hp, 510 km range, 3,9 s 0-100 : among the 8 saloons electric 2022–2026, the i4 M50 xDrive ranks 5th of 7 in WLTP range, DC charge power, 5th of 8 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
544 hp
795 Nm, dont 544 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
3.9 s
VMax 225 km/h
Range
510 km
WLTP
DC charging
205 kW

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Electric power
544 hp
Combined power
544 hp
Couple
795 Nm
Gearbox
Mono-rapport Automatique
Transmission
Integrale (AWD)

Battery and charging

Battery capacity
80.7 kWh
Range WLTP
510 km
Charge AC max
11 kW
Charge DC max
205 kW
EV cons. WLTP
19.7 kWh/100 km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
3,9 s
VMax
225 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length
4,783 mm
Wheelbase
2,856 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,448 mm
Kerb weight
2,215 kg
Cd
0.24

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

See full methodology

Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 8 saloons electric, the i4 M50 xDrive ranks (mid-table) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety.

Less suitable for

Regular family use with bulky luggage. The space and boot are sport-calibrated, not utility. A sedan or SUV from the same manufacturer would be more practical daily.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is WLTP range, the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (1st with 800 km) takes the lead. If the priority is DC charge power, the Tesla Model 3 Performance (1st with 250 kW) takes the lead.

Real-world range: 510 km WLTP (5th of 7 in WLTP range)

The i4 M50 xDrive offers 510 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (800 km).

Charging: 205 kW DC (DC charge power)

The i4 M50 xDrive accepts up to 205 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Tesla Model 3 Performance (250 kW).

Where the i4 M50 xDrive stands against saloons electric

Comparison across 8 saloons electric marketed between 2022–2026.
WLTP range5e / 7
510 km
Min 460 km · BYD Seal 390 AWDMax 800 km · Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD
DC charge power3e / 3
205 kW
Min 205 kW · BMW i4 M50 xDriveMax 250 kW · Tesla Model 3 Performance
0–100 km/h5e / 8
3,9 s
Min 5,9 s · BYD Seal 313 2WDMax 2,0 s · Xiaomi SU7 Ultra AWD

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

The full BMW i4 G26 range

Generation G26 launched in 2021. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the G26

Popular duels involving the i4 M50 xDrive

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BMW i4 M50 xDrive: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the i4 M50 xDrive rank in its segment?

Among the 8 saloons electric 2022–2026, the i4 M50 xDrive ranks 5th of 7 in WLTP range (510 km, behind the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD), DC charge power (205 kW, behind the Tesla Model 3 Performance), 5th of 8 in 0–100 km/h (3.9 s, behind the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra AWD).

What is the WLTP range of the i4 M50 xDrive?

510 km WLTP announced - making it the 5th of 7 in WLTP range out of 7 models. The reference is the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (800 km).

How much does the i4 M50 xDrive cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD instead?

The Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD leads in WLTP range (800 km vs 510 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the i4 M50 xDrive vs Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.