2026 BMW i4 Redesign, Pictures, Engine

2026 BMW i4 Redesign, Pictures, Engine  –  Among electric sedans, the BMW i4 is one that stays away from hyperbole. Instead, the focus is on bringing together the innovative electric powertrain with the legendary history of the brand in producing stylish, exciting vehicles. Even though it looks and shares a lot of parts with the well regarded 3-series and 4-series Gran Coupe, the four-door i4 sedan presents its position as an electric car as a benefit.

The i4’s meteoric rise to the top of our Editors’ Choice list suggests that we should probably agree. With a range of 282 horsepower for the base model and 536 horsepower for the top-of-the-line M50, the i4 offers four different powertrain options. Although every i4 has a comfortable ride and a balanced chassis, our i4 xDrive40’s logbook reveals that some owners are dissatisfied with the steering’s lack of feel and input.

2026 BMW i4 Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

Indulge in the opulent interior of the i4 with features like rose gold highlights, white leather upholstery, and light wood accents, among others. Despite sharing a general appearance with earlier BMW models, the i4 and all-electric iX SUV are the first to feature a massive, unbroken display that occupies nearly two-thirds of the dashboard. Even though it has a regular trunk in the rear, the four-door i4 looks more like a coupe because to its sloping roofline.

2026 BMW i4 Specs

When BMW first released their iDrive 8 infotainment and connectivity system, the i4 was one of the first models to have it. Coming with the 2026 i4, an upgraded version called iDrive 8.5 will be available. The system’s controls, a 14.9-inch touchscreen integrated with a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, are housed on a large, curved display on the dashboard. God willing, it lacks the ostentatiousness of some of its competitors, but we stand by our assessment that the horizontal layout yields better results. The system has an improved voice command system, a central rotary controller, and a multitude of often used functions. 2026 BMW i4 Redesign

Engine and Performance

Based on the model, the 2026 i4 can drive either one or two electric motors. The eDrive35 is a rear-wheel drive vehicle with a single 282-horsepower motor; the eDrive40 is virtually same, although it comes with 335 horsepower rather than 282hp. The all-wheel drive i4 xDrive40 is more powerful than the standard model thanks to its two motors, which provide 396 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque.

The M-badged aircraft can confidently manoeuvre despite being heavier than an M3 because to its lower center of gravity and quick, powerful propulsion. Although 19-inch wheels are a possible option, rear-drive i4 vehicles are equipped with 18-inch wheels as standard. In contrast, the M50 AWD comes with a variable-ratio steering system, adjustable dampers, and wheels that are either 19 or 20 inches in diameter.  2026 BMW i4 Redesign

2026 BMW i4 Fuel Economy

In terms of fuel efficiency, the EPA ranks the eDrive35 with the standard 18-inch wheels as the most fuel-efficient i4 variant. The addition of the larger 19-inch wheels somewhat reduces those statistics (111 MPGe city and 107 MPGe highway). The M50’s performance potential is reflected in its EPA ratings of 94 city and 98 highway MPGe without the optional 20-inch wheels, which drop those values to 80 highway and 79 city, respectively. The i4 xDrive40 gets 109 MPGe on 18-inch wheels but just 99 MPGe on 19s. 2026 BMW i4 Redesign

2026 BMW i4 Safety Features

A bevy of driver-assistance systems are available as 2024 i4 options or standard features. Critical safety protocols include:

• Both autonomous emergency braking and standard lane departure warning systems
• System for maintaining lane position with traditional lane departure warning
• The adaptive cruise control system works with the onboard stop-and-go technology. 2026 BMW i4 Redesign

2026 BMW i4 Price and Release Date

The price of the 2026 BMW i4 might vary from $53,975 to $71,875, depending on the trim level and extra equipment. Our prior pick was the M50 because of the greater performance it gives without losing ride quality; going against our demographic wouldn’t make sense.

However, we realized the actual potential of the xDrive40 after adopting it into our long-term fleet, and all for a price that’s nearly $10,000 cheaper. Even with the 19-inch wheels, the xDrive40’s all-wheel drive returns 99 MPGe and an EPA-estimated range of 279 miles. Customers seeking the highest level of i4 performance may still choose the M50 option when submitting their purchases, as our testing has confirmed this to be the correct decision.  2026 BMW i4 Redesign