The BMW i4 M50 had a lot to live up to. It needed to deliver the performance of an M-badged car, the practicality of a 4-Series Gran Coupe, and the smooth, refined feel that buyers expect from a BMW EV. It’s a tough ask, but the i4 M50 delivers on all fronts, making it one of the most rewarding BMWs we’ve driven in a while. The car takes a leaf out of the M5’s book in that it’s surprisingly practical but makes no compromises on performance. The front and rear seats are roomy, there’s a decent-sized trunk, and the cabin is typical plush BMW fare.
However, mash the accelerator and the car feels even more punchy than the M440i, with the dual electric motors delivering a surge of power that will light up the tires if the traction control is turned off. It handles well no matter whether you’re pushing its limits on a back road or cruising down the highway, and when it’s time to recharge, 200 kW DC fast charging support means you’ll be on the road again in no time — assuming, of course, you can find a suitably powerful charger in the first place.
The biggest downside of the i4 M50 is its range, as it only manages 227 miles between charges, while the regular i4 gets up to 301 miles. Other than that, it barely puts a foot wrong, so if you can live with the limited range, it’s a stellar choice.
