BMW i4, where to start.
You could say that this is the all-electric sister to the 4 Series Gran Coupe.
It might be noted that this is the first demonstration with a replacement for the small and fine sedan versions of this company.
One can also indulge in the past and wonder if humanity is ready for the M symbol on the back of an electric car.
But prejudices, have no place when approaching a new car.
It is best to leave these aside and approach as clean as possible, for that matter.
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And if we skip the whole start-up and discovery ceremony of the current and well-made interior - we will get straight to the point.
And the main thing here is what happens when you press the power pedal deep into the thick floor mat.
Although the data can quote all of it from the nose, this Beamer still hits the driver.
The instantness with which the two engines send 544 hp and 81 kg to the asphalt is simply mesmerizing.
There are two electric motors here one in charge of moving the wheels in the back and one in the ones in the front.
It happens enough that you will not have time to wonder if an electric BMW is something the world is ready for.
The performance, then, is very impressive, to say the least.
What is less impressive is BMW's attempt to produce a replacement sound for those accustomed to petrol engines in their BMW.
This is probably one step along the way, until we all know what works on the ear successfully, but what BMW calls “Iconic Sound” sounds mostly synthetic and unnecessary.
When the driving mode selector switches to economy or comfort mode, it simply becomes a quiet and relaxed mile.
Also very convenient.
Such driving, also very best with the electric driving range.
There is a battery here with a capacity of 80.7 kilowatts so that in a leisurely ride you can try and restore the official figure that claims a range of over 500 km.
We also in non-subtle use at times we found that 400 km of realistic range they definitely provide.
Given the performance offered here.
Needless to say, BMW did not spare the i4's electrical capacity and this is also true of the fast charging support up to 205 kilowatts.
BMW 3 Series (and 4 based on it) have long been considered a benchmark when it comes to behavior.
With considerable weight, the tram in front of us has a difficult task.
The heavy battery is properly placed on the floor but there are still far more than two tons to deal with.
BMW has spread the wheels of this car more widely than in the 3 Series, changed the pedaling and more to tackle the challenge.
The result is a machine that cuts the asphalt in an illogical way.
She performs very quickly and efficiently and manages to hide her weight in a very impressive way that almost goes against logic.
Even across a diverse road the hangers here manage to keep the mass in peace of mind, providing proper comfort alongside behavior, again, surprising.
Only when it is pushed beyond limits, only there, does the mass raise its head and obscure the performance.
Compliments go to BMW also when it comes to the cabin.
The seats, for example, provide comfort and support and it is very easy to find a suitable driving position.
The materials and finish also get a high score.
But the biggest compliment here comes to something abstract, to the feeling.
Even though there are an infinity of systems, screens, gestures and experiences here, the human engineering is good and most importantly, it still feels like a BMW.
Maybe it's the typography, maybe the shades or the sounds, but in the transition to the electric world the Germans managed to save something, one that makes you know it's a BMW.
One complaint might come up in the back seats, they are not really comfortable or spacious for full size adults, for those who actually drive four adults in their car…
Contrary to our lukewarm impression of the company's large and electric iX, here the experience is completely different.
Coming to present an electric alternative to the most important configuration in the history of this company, BMW has done an impressive and close job.
One that maintains something of the company's core values and also jumps it into the first electric line.
Second, electric
motor
Power
544 hp
Torque
81 kg
Weight
2,340 kg
0-100 km / h
3.9 s
Maximum speed
225 km / h
Price
539,000 NIS
In favor of
performance, range, behavior
Against
a back seat
Bottom line
electrical statement
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