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2025 BMW i4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 BMW i4 gets a mid-cycle refresh, led by updated front and rear styling and BMW Operating System 8.5 with QuickSelect. Its electric powertrains carry over without material changes.
About the 2025 BMW i4
1st generation i4 (G26, introduced for 2022); 2025 is the mid-cycle refresh year.
BMW markets the i4 as an electric Gran Coupe that blends sporty driving feel with everyday usefulness. The core appeal is that it looks sleek like a coupe, has a liftback cargo opening that is easier to live with than a typical sedan trunk, and keeps a driver-focused BMW feel while moving to all-electric power. Versus many EV rivals, BMW leans on premium cabin materials, familiar road manners, and a more traditional luxury-sport personality rather than a minimalist tech-first vibe.
The eDrive35 is the value-minded entry, while the rear-wheel-drive eDrive40 is the core range-focused model. The dual-motor xDrive40 is the all-weather step up. The M50 is the 536-hp performance version with adaptive M suspension, while every trim has BMW’s curved display and perforated SensaTec sport seats.
What changed, by category
Styling
BMW revises the enclosed kidney grille, gives the i4 slimmer headlight signatures and new rear-light designs, and updates the steering wheels, cabin trim, and upholstery details.
Tech
BMW Operating System 8.5 brings QuickSelect and improved navigation and charging-route functions. A 5G Personal eSIM, perforated SensaTec sport seats, and heated front seats are standard across the lineup.
2025 BMW i4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual AC Electric Motors | 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 | AWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 396 hp | 282 hp | 335 hp | |
| Torque | 586 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.6 cu-ft | 16.6 cu-ft | 16.6 cu-ft | 16.6 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 | 267 | 266 | 318 | 287 |
| MPGe Combined | 94 | 116 | 112 | 101 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 BMW i4 a new generation?
No. The 2025 i4 is a mid-cycle update of the first-generation model, not a full redesign. The main changes are refreshed styling, revised cabin details, and updated software.
What exterior changes does the 2025 BMW i4 get?
The 2025 i4 gets a revised enclosed kidney grille, slimmer headlight signatures, and new rear-light designs. The M50 also has a gloss-black grille surround with horizontal bars and an M badge.
What changed inside the 2025 BMW i4?
The 2025 i4 gets new steering-wheel designs, updated trim and upholstery details, and BMW Operating System 8.5 with QuickSelect. Perforated SensaTec sport seats, heated front seats, and 5G Personal eSIM capability are standard across the lineup.
Did the 2025 BMW i4 get new motors or more power?
No. The electric motor choices and outputs are materially unchanged for 2025. This update focuses on styling, cabin equipment, and software rather than performance hardware.
How did the BMW i4 M50 lineup change for 2025?
The M50 Gran joins the 2025 lineup, while the previous M50 xDrive Gran is dropped. The 2025 M50 Gran remains a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive performance model with up to 536 horsepower.
2025 BMW i4 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2025 BMW i4.
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2025 BMW i4
(64 reviews)
“An excellent all around EV that out performs many other brands. Quality construction and obvious attention to details during manufacture. Extensive network exists for service and for any issues that may occur.”
“The vehicle is a joy to drive. It has excellent acceleration and handling and is relatively comfortable.”