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2024 BMW i4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2024 BMW i4 is the new xDrive40, a 396-hp dual-motor AWD model positioned between the rear-wheel-drive eDrive40 and the higher-output M50. The rest of the lineup receives a few equipment and touchscreen updates rather than a full redesign.
About the 2024 BMW i4
1st generation (G26, introduced for 2022), third model year and the last pre-refresh year before the 2025 exterior and interior update.
BMW positions the i4 as an electric version of its traditional sport-oriented Gran Coupe formula: quick response, rear-drive-based handling, a quiet premium cabin, and a sleek roofline paired with four doors and a large liftback. Its main distinction is that it drives and feels much like a familiar BMW sport sedan while providing EV power and useful everyday cargo access, rather than adopting the unusual shape and controls of many dedicated electric cars.
The 2024 i4 lineup ranges from the entry-level, rear-wheel-drive eDrive35 to the 536-hp M50 performance model. The eDrive40 emphasizes range and balanced rear-wheel-drive handling, while the new xDrive40 adds AWD without the M50’s specialized suspension and braking hardware. Every version uses a practical four-door liftback body and a curved display with a 12.3-inch instrument screen and 14.9-inch touchscreen.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The new xDrive40 joins the lineup with two electric motors, AWD, 396 hp, and 443 lb-ft of torque. It sits between the rear-wheel-drive eDrive40 and the 536-hp M50.
Tech
Ambient interior lighting becomes standard across the lineup. Starting with July 2023 production, the touchscreen begins moving to BMW OS 8.5, which has a flatter home screen and more direct access to common functions. The M50 also gains standard heated front seats with lumbar support and a wireless phone charging pad.
2024 BMW i4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor | AC Electric Motor | AC Electric Motor | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 282 hp | 335 hp | 396 hp | 536 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft | 586 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.2 in | 34.2 in | 34.2 in | 34.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 276 | 301 | 283 | 269 |
| MPGe Combined | 120 | 109 | 109 | 95 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2024 BMW i4?
The biggest change is the new i4 xDrive40. It uses two electric motors for AWD and produces 396 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, placing it between the rear-wheel-drive eDrive40 and the more performance-focused M50.
Was the 2024 BMW i4 redesigned?
No, the 2024 BMW i4 was not redesigned. It keeps the same basic body and platform introduced for 2022, with a new AWD trim and limited equipment and touchscreen updates for 2024.
Which 2024 BMW i4 models have AWD?
The 2024 i4 xDrive40 and M50 have dual-motor AWD. The eDrive35 and eDrive40 use a single rear motor and rear-wheel drive.
Did the 2024 BMW i4 get a new touchscreen system?
Some 2024 i4s built from July 2023 onward use BMW OS 8.5. It retains the 14.9-inch touchscreen but introduces a flatter home-screen layout with more direct access to common functions.
Is the 2024 BMW i4 a major upgrade over the 2023 model?
No, the 2024 i4 is a modest update rather than a major overhaul. Its main advantage over the 2023 model is the added xDrive40 for shoppers who want AWD without stepping up to the M50; the other changes are mostly equipment and touchscreen updates.
2024 BMW i4 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 BMW i4.
4.3
2024 BMW i4
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“Very fun EV to drive with a premium brand that I trust in safety and performance.”
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