2023 · Subcompact Car · Electric
2023 BMW i4 range & efficiency
The 2023 BMW i4 is a subcompact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its most efficient version is rated 113 MPGe combined (29.8 kWh per 100 miles) with an EPA range of 256 miles. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 80 to 113 MPGe. That's up 4 MPGe from the 2022 model. Among 31 subcompact cars rated for 2023, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, it costs about $805 a year to fuel.
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Energy use
The 2023 BMW i4 uses 29.8 kWh per 100 miles (18.5 kWh/100 km), which is 3.4 miles per kWh or 113 MPGe combined.
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Combined | 113 MPGe |
| Energy use | 29.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Metric | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Miles per kWh | 3.36 |
How it ranks among 2023 Subcompact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
i4 MPGe across model years
Full history →6 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · Electric motor (250 kW) · Single-speed i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) |
Electric | 115 MPGe | 111 MPGe | 113 MPGe | 256 mi | $805 |
| RWD · Electric motor (250 kW) · Single-speed i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) |
Electric | 107 MPGe | 102 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 235 mi | $869 |
| RWD · Electric motor · Single-speed i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) |
Electric | 109 MPGe | 108 MPGe | 109 MPGe | 301 mi | $915 |
| RWD · Electric motor (250 kW) · Single-speed i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) |
Electric | 100 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 99 MPGe | 282 mi | $915 |
| AWD · Electric motor · Single-speed i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) |
Electric | 94 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 271 mi | $950 |
| AWD · Electric motor · Single-speed i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) |
Electric | 79 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 227 mi | $1,142 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Engine / motor
- Electric motor (250 kW)
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electricity use
- 29.8 kWh/100 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 8 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 90 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 10 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 0 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2023 BMW i4 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the 2023 BMW i4?
The EPA rates the 2023 BMW i4 at up to 301 miles on a full charge.
How efficient is the 2023 BMW i4?
Up to 113 MPGe combined, which is 29.8 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the efficiency in kWh/100 km for the 2023 BMW i4?
The 2023 BMW i4 uses 29.8 kWh per 100 miles (18.5 kWh/100 km), which is 3.4 miles per kWh or 113 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to charge a 2023 BMW i4?
Charging from empty to its full 256-mile EPA range draws about 76 kWh from the wall (charging losses included), which costs about $14 at 18¢/kWh. Public DC fast charging usually costs two to three times more.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 BMW i4 per year?
About $805 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, or $5.36 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.