Comparison between:
- 2023 BMW i4 M50
- 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 BMW i4 M50 | 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor | |
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| Model alias | - | P8 AWD |
| Trim | M50 | Twin Motor |
| Model year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Global |
| Price | USD 69,700 (USA, Jun 2023) EUR 71,100 (Germany, Jun 2023) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Coupe | Crossover |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Alpine White Sapphire Black Mineral White Sunset Orange Adventure Red San Remo Green M Brooklyn Gray M Portimao Blue BMW Individual Dravite Gray BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue BMW Individual Frozen Pure Gray | Black Stone Thunder Grey Fjord Blue Silver Dawn Crystal White Sage Green |
| Interior colors | Black Tacora Red Canberra Beige Cognac Mokka Oyster | Charcoal Black Light Gray |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 188.3 in 4783 mm | 174.8 in 4440 mm |
| Width | 72.9 in 1852 mm | 73.7 in 1873 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 80.1 in 2034 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 75.2 in 1910 mm |
| Height | 57.0 in 1448 mm | 62.8 in 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in 2856 mm | 106.4 in 2702 mm |
| Front track | 62.6 in 1589 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm |
| Rear track | 63.2 in 1606 mm | 63.1 in 1603 mm |
| Clearance | 4.9 in 125 mm | 7.0 in 177 mm |
| Front headroom | - | 40.9 in 1040 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 36.7 in 932 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 56.7 in 1440 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 56.3 in 1429 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 54.7 in 1390 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 54.6 in 1388 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 40.9 in 1040 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 36.1 in 917 mm |
| Trunk volume | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 | 413.0 l 14.58 ft3 0.41 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 | 1205.0 l 42.55 ft3 1.21 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 5048.59 lb 2290 kg | 4817.1 lb 2185 kg |
| Payload | 1146.4 lb 520 kg | 959.01 lb 435 kg |
| GVWR | 6029.64 lb 2735 kg | 5776.11 lb 2620 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.25 Cd | 0.319 Cd |
| Additional information | Weight distribution front / rear - 48.1 / 51.9 % Maximum axle load from / rear - 1270 / 1550 kg Maximum trailer load braked / unbraked - 1600 / 750 kg Maximum roofload / towbar download - 75 / 75 kg | Frontal area - 2.54 m² Towing capacity braked / unbraked - 1800 / 750 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - |
| Model | - | E400V6 (EAD3.1) |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 230 kW 308.4 hp 312.7 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 8000 - 17000 rpm | 4350 - 13900 rpm |
| Torque | 365 Nm 37.2 kgm 269.2 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 4350 - 13900 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | BMW | - |
| Model | - | E400V6 (EAD3.1) |
| Motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Power | 190 kW 254.8 hp 258.3 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 8000 - 17000 rpm | 4350 - 13900 rpm |
| Torque | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 4350 - 13900 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 3.90 s | 4.70 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 3.70 s | 4.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA: 227.0 mi / 365.3 km EPA: 270.0 mi / 434.5 km WLTP: 258.5 mi / 416.0 km WLTP: 323.7 mi / 521.0 km | EPA: 209.2 mi / 336.7 km WLTP: 271.5 mi / 437.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 35 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 42 kWh/100 mi EPA, CTY: 79 MPGe EPA, CMB: 80 MPGe EPA, HWY: 80 MPGe EPA, CTY: 96 MPGe EPA, CMB: 96 MPGe EPA, HWY: 98 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 18 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 22.5 kWh/100 km | EPA, CMB: 39 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 80 MPGe EPA, CMB: 87 MPGe EPA, CTY: 94 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 22 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.5 m 41.01 ft | 11.4 m 37.40 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.7 |
| Additional information | Variable sport steering with Servotronic Steering ratio - 14.1:1 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.374 | - |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | 8.774 | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Double-joint spring strut axle Adaptive M suspension | MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Five-link axle Adaptive M suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers M sports brakes in blue color | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8.5Jx19 8.5Jx18 9Jx19 9Jx18 | 7.5Jx19 8Jx20 9Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/40R19 245/45R18 100Y 255/45R18 103Y 255/40R19 | 235/45R20 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V 255/40R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Model | - | NCM |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Voltage | 398.5 V | - |
| Weight | 1212.54 lb 550 kg | 1102.31 lb 500 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pipe |
| Additional information | Net battery capacity - 81.5 kWh Battery capacity in Ah - 210.6 Ah Prismatic cells | Usable capacity - 75 kWh |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Wallbox, 11 kW DC fast charging, 205 kW | AC charging, 11 kW DC charging, 150 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC fast charging, 0:31 Wallbox 11 kW, 8:30 | DC charging, 0:25-0:40 AC charging, 7:06 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Function (O) Active Protection (O) ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Central locking system (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Cruise control with brake function (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Driver Attention Assist (S) Driving Assistant (O) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Head airbags for front and rear seats (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats (S) Parking Assistant (S) Parking Assistant Plus (O) Performance control (S) Rearview camera (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) 6 x -speaker audio system (S) 17 x -speaker, 464W, 9.0 CH Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (S) BMW IconicSound Electric (S) BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Curved Display (S) BMW Operating System 8.5 with navigation (S) Hi-Fi Loudspeaker System (S) Automatic 3-zone air conditioner (S) Electrically adjustable front seats with memory (S) Heated front and rear seats (O) Power adjustable lumbar support on front seats (O) Sports seats (S) Heated steering wheel (O) M steering wheel in leather, adjustable (S) M Door Sills (S) Power tailgate (S) Power windows (S) Power-adjustable glass sunroof (O) Rain sensor (S) Sun and heat protective glazing (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Heated, auto-dimming, and power-adjustable side mirrors (S) Ambient interior lights (O) BMW LaserLight (O) Headlamps levelling (S) High Beam Assist (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Welcome and Home lights (S) Alcantara / Sensatec with M interior trim Rhombicle Anthracite (S) Cloth/Sensatec (S) Leather (O) | Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (O) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) sensor platform (S) Airbag for the passenger side (front) can be switched off (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger with two-stage deployment system (S) Anti-Blockier-System (ABS) (S) Automatic locking of the doors (can be deactivated) (S) Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (O) Central locking with two radio remote controls (S) Child safety lock for the rear doors (electric) (S) Connected Safety (S) Cruise control (S) Driver's side knee aribag (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Emergency brake lights (S) Front and rear parking assist (S) Head/shoulder airbags (Inflatable Curtains) for all occupants (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Hill Start Assist (HSA) (S) ISOFIX mounts for the front passenger seat and rear outer seats (S) Keyless entry with hands-free power tailgate opening and closing (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) - Active Lane Keeping Assist (S) Oncoming Lane Mitigation (S) Parking camera with 360° surround view (O) Pilot Assist Driver Assistance System (O) Reversing camera with guidelines (S) Safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters (S) Side airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Speed limiter (variable) (S) Speed-sensitive power steering (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Volvo On Call: automatic emergency call function (S) Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) (S) 8 x -speaker 250W audio system with Air Woofer Technology (S) -speaker 600W Premium Sound by Harman Kardon with Fresh Air Subwoofer (O) 12.3-inch driver display (S) 12V connection on center console in front (S) 9-inch centre touchscreen (S) Bluetooth hands-free system with audio streaming (S) Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) (S) Digital Services (Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store), including 4-year subscription (S) Inductive smartphone charging system (S) Two USB-C ports in the center console front and rear (S) Volvo Cars app, including 4-year subscription (S) Advanced air purification system with fine dust filtration according to air quality standard PM2.5 (S) Automatic climate control with 2-zone temperature control (S) Fog sensor (S) Pre-ventilation and reheating of the interior when the engine is switched off (S) Heat pump (S) High-voltage coolant heating (HVCH) (S) Adjustable leg rest for driver and front passenger seat (S) Comfort front seats (S) Fixed rear seat head restraints (S) Headrests of the 2nd row of seats can be folded down (electric) (O) Heated front seats (S) Height and length adjustable front passenger seat (S) Height-adjustable driver and front passenger seats (electric) (S) Lumbar support (4-way) for driver and front passenger seat (S) Rear seats in a ratio of 40/60 or completely foldable (S) Door handles in body colour (S) Door sills made of aluminium with Recharge lettering on the front (S) Heated sports steering wheel (S) Electric windows front and rear with auto-down and auto-up function (S) Foxed panorama glass roof (S) Power liftgate (O) Rain sensor (S) Side window trim in high-gloss black (bottom) (S) Auto-dimming and power retractable side mirrors (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Sport exterior mirrors in high-gloss black (S) Interior high level illumination (S) LED headlights "Thor's Hammer" (S) Rear fog lights (S) Premium textile upholstery (S) Textile floor mats (S) Wool blend (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Software updates Some of the features may differ from market to market in terms of being standard or optional. | Some features can be found in different trim levels depending on the market. Make sure you check for exact details with your dealer. |
| 2023 BMW i4 M50 | 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |