Compare 2024 BMW i4 vs 2024 BMW i5
| 2024 BMW i4 | 2024 BMW i5 |
Powertrain |
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| Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
Horsepower |
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| 282 hp | 335 hp |
MPGe (City/Highway) |
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| 122/119 * | 104/105 * |
Driving Range |
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| 227-307 miles ** | 270-295 miles ** |
2024 BMW i4 vs 2024 BMW i5
Serving Fairfax, VA
BMW introduced the all-electric i4 sedan a few years ago, combining standout engineering and style with luxurious amenities. In 2024, the i4 is joined by the i5 in the BMW EV lineup. The i5 is closely styled after the gas-powered 5 Series but is individualized in critical areas. How do the 2024 BMW i4 and i5 compare?
Performance
Four electric motor systems are available for the i4. The eDrive35 has one 282-horsepower motor and a 276-mile battery range. The eDrive40 has a single-motor design with 335 horsepower and a 301-mile range. The xDrive40 has a 396-horsepower, dual-motor layout, all-wheel drive, and a 307-mile range. The M50 produces up to 536 horsepower with its two-motor system and range of 269 miles. There are two trims for the i5. The eDrive40 is identically equipped as the i4 eDrive40. The i5 M60 has a two-motor system with all-wheel drive, and it puts out 590 horsepower.
Appearance
The 2024 i4 is elegant and sporty, with a low-slung roofline and deep, bold side contours. A blue accent line streams across the lower door panels, and the wheels have large, triangular spokes. The i4's nose has a black, kidney-style grille that spans from top to bottom. Both horizontal and vertical accents frame the grille. The double-elemental LED headlights have a rigid, sharp look. The 2024 i5 has a taller yet streamlined roof with a rolling lower accent on the sides that trends upward toward the rear. The wheels have twisted spokes. The glossy black grille has vertical, metallic elements and a unique, flared shape. Both the lower fascia and air vents are prominent.
Features
The 2024 BMW i4 and i5 are remarkably well-appointed with many of the same features. Some of these are a head-up display, heated front seats, a premium Harman Kardon sound system, wireless device charging, traffic jam assist, a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, an auto parking system, a heated steering wheel, ambient lighting, wireless smartphone app connections, and others. The i5 also has voice commands, rear sunshades, USB-C ports, hands-free highway driving, and other features.
When deciding which BMW EV to purchase, you need all of the facts. Our BMW of Fairfax sales associates can help you compare these models in greater detail with a test drive. Contact us today to inquire about their availability for a test drive.
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* EPA-estimated. Actual mileage may vary. MPGe stands for Miles Per Gallon Equivalent.
** 2024 BMW i4: The BMW i4 Gran Coupe models offer impressive range – 252 to 276 miles in the i4 eDrive35, 283 to 301 miles in the i4 eDrive40, 279 to 307 miles in the i4 xDrive40, and 227 to 269 miles in the i4 M50 when driving under ideal conditions. Estimated ranges attainable when battery fully charged & under ideal driving conditions. Actual range will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to: vehicle model, tire & wheel selections, driving style, accessories used, traffic conditions, outside temperatures, & charging frequency. Ranges of recently released, new model year electric vehicles may not yet be fully certified by EPA. Estimated EV range is based on preliminary BMW AG tests based on EPA's testing procedure standards. See www.fueleconomy.gov. EPA publishes a blended range average of all wheel size/tire combinations which may differ from the range presented here.
** 2024 BMW i5: Estimated ranges attainable when battery fully charged & under ideal driving conditions. Actual range will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to: vehicle model, tire & wheel selections, driving style, accessories used, traffic conditions, outside temperatures, & charging frequency. Ranges of recently released, new model year electric vehicles may not yet be fully certified by EPA. Estimated EV range is based on preliminary BMW AG tests based on EPA's testing procedure standards. See www.fueleconomy.gov. EPA publishes a blended range average of all wheel size/tire combinations which may differ from the range presented here.