Comparison between:
- 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh
- 2022 BMW i4 M50
- 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2022 BMW i4 M50 | 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 | |
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| Model alias | - | i4 M50 | i4 eDrive 40 |
| Trim | 22 kWh | - | - |
| Model year | 2015 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America, Europe | North America, Europe |
| Price | - | USD 65,900 (USA, Jun 2021) GBP 63,905 (UK, Jun 2021) | USD 55,400 (USA, Jun 2021) GBP 51,905 (UK, Jun 2021) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Coupe | Coupe |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Laurel Gray Metallic Andesite Silver Metallic Solar Orange Metallic Arravani Gray | Alpine White Sunset Orange Metallic Mineral White Metallic Black Sapphire Metallic Skyscraper Gray Metallic Sanremo Green Metallic M Portimao Blue Metallic Dravit Gray Metallic Tanzanite Blue Metallic M Brooklyn Gray Metallic Aventurine Red Meta | - |
| Interior colors | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) | Black Tacora Red Oyster | - |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 188.3 in 4783 mm | 188.3 in 4783 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - | - |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 57.0 in 1448 mm | 57.0 in 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 112.4 in 2856 mm | 112.4 in 2856 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.6 in 1589 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 63.2 in 1606 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 4.9 in 125 mm | 4.9 in 125 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | - | - |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | - | - |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | - |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | - | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg | 5048.59 lb 2290 kg | 4684.82 lb 2125 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - | - |
| GVWR | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg | - | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.25 Cd | 0.24 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1270 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1695 kg | 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 | Weight distribution front / rear - 45.1 / 54.9 % Maximum axle load from / rear - 1140 / 1550 kg Maximum trailer load braked / unbraked - 1600 / 750 kg Maximum roofload / towbar download - 75 / 75 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | BMW | BMW |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 230 kW 308.4 hp 312.7 ps | 250 kW 335.3 hp 339.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | 8000 - 17000 rpm | 8000 - 17000 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | - | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ | - | - |
| Additional information | - | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology System torque - 790 Nm (586 lb-ft) | System power-to-weight ratio - 8.2 kg/kW BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | BMW | - |
| Motor type | - | Permanent magnet synchronous | - |
| Location | - | Front | - |
| Power | - | 190 kW 254.8 hp 258.3 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 8000 - 17000 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes | - |
| Additional features | - | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h | 118.1 mph 190.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 3.90 s | 5.70 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - | - |
| Additional information | Eco Pro+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km | WLTP: 316.9 mi / 510.0 km | WLTP: 366.6 mi / 590.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 12.9 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe EPA, CMB: 124 MPGe EPA, CTY: 137 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 24 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 20 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 12.5 m 41.01 ft | 12.5 m 41.01 ft |
| Additional information | - | Variable sport steering with Servotronic Steering ratio - 14.1:1 | Optional variable sport steering Steering ratio - 15.5:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | - | 8.774 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Double-joint spring strut axle Hydraulically damped torque strut bearing | Double-joint spring strut axle Hydraulically damped torque strut bearing |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) | Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling | Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | - | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | 8.5Jx18 9Jx18 | 7.5Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 84Q 155/70R19 155/60R20 175/60R19 175/55R20 | 245/45R18 100Y 255/45R18 103Y | 255/55R17 101Y |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh | 83.9 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | - | - |
| Number of modules | 8 | - | - |
| Voltage | 360 V | 398.5 V | 398.5 V |
| Weight | 449.74 lb 204 kg | 1212.54 lb 550 kg | 1212.54 lb 550 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 18.8 kWh Battery warming system Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | Net battery capacity - 80.9 kWh Prismatic cells | Net battery capacity - 80.9 kWh Prismatic cells |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Household charging, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 11 kW DC fast charging, 210 kW | Wallbox, 11 kW DC fast charging, 210 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, 7.4 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW |
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, 0:22 BMW i Wallbox, 2:59 Household charging, 5:57 | DC fast charging, 0:31 Wallbox 11 kW, 8:30 | DC fast charging, 0:31 Wallbox 11 kW, 8:30 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (O) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW ConnectedDrive (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Multi-funciton touchscreen (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Telematics (S) Trip computer (S) Voice-activating system (O) Wide Screen Navigation System, with Internal HD and Traffic Info (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Power windows (S) Remote Trunk/Hatch Release (S) Sunroof (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Body-color driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Headlight Control (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Leather (S) Leather and wool cloth (S) Sensatec and sustainable cloth (S) | Adaptive M suspension (S) 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) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) 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) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Performance control (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) Leather (O) Microfiber / Sensatec (S) | 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) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) 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) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Performance control (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | What's new for 2015? Heated front seats satellite radio and DC fast charging are now standard. | - | - |
| 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2022 BMW i4 M50 | 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 |