2022 BMW i4 M50 Review: Bavarian bullet train
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Hit the accelerator, hard! All the power comes instantaneously and throws you in to the back of the seat, squishing your body like pizza dough. The M50 i4 provides immense thrust at any speed and in any given moment. Moreover, the i4 is a stylish fastback hatchback. And one that will keep you quite comfortable inside, assuming you can afford the options required.
In this video, I take you through the car, show you what features are offered and how they work. And then I take you on a drive to get a sense of how well it handles, the quality of the ride, and the overall experience.
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Video Chapters
0:00 Drive review - Overview/Trims/Price
2:07 Walkaround
4:56 Cargo space
5:20 Does it have a frunk?
5:56 Second row comfort and features
7:14 Front seat comfort and features
9:51 Adjustable energy recovery
11:06 Drive modes
12:00 Drive review - Powertrain
13:51 Drive review - Fuel Economy and Range
15:41 Drive review - Powertrain Feel
16:30 Drive review - Decelerating energy recovery test
18:05 Drive review - Acceleration Test
21:54 Drive review - Handling Test
24:12 Drive review - Ride/Comfort/Highway Test/Safety
26:00 Drive review - Conclusion
Specifications:
2022 BMW i4 M50
Base price: $66,895
Price as tested: $82,820
Powertrain:
Front axle electric motor:
Power: 255 horsepower
Torque: na
Rear axle electric motor:
Power: 308 horsepower
Torque: na
Total System Outputs:
Power: 536 horsepower
Torque: 586 lb-ft
Transmissions: single-speed drive-down gears
Battery pack: 83.9 kWh gross, 81.5 kWh net
Drive: all-wheel-drive
Fuel Economy
City 79 mpge
Highway 80 mpge
Combined 80 mpge
Dimensions
Length: 188.5 inches
Width: 72.9 inches
Height: 57.0 inches
Wheelbase: 112.4 inches
Weights and Capacities
Curb weight: 5018 lbs.
Interior volume: 90 cu ft (according to fueleconomy.gov)
Trunk volume: 10 cu ft
Calculated weight to power: 9.4 pounds per horsepower
Mfr’s claimed 0-60 mph: 3.7 seconds
Mfr’s claimed Top Speed: 130 or140 mph (depending on spec)
Government classified size: subcompact car
Options: Frozen Portimao Blue metallic paint, $3600; M Carbon exterior package, $2800; high performance package, $2500; driver assistance pro package, $1700; BMW curved display with HUD, $1000; icon adaptive LED with laser light, $1000; premium package, $950; Harman Kardon surround sound, $875; parking assistance package, $700; carbon fiber trim, $300; personal eSIM 5G, $300; wireless charging device, $200;
Recorded
7th of October 2022
Who is Robin Warner? - Brief description and bio:
Robin spent five years of his adult life as an engineer. Four years at a Tier One supplier, TRW Automotive (now ZF TRW Auto), working as a traction and stability control calibration engineer, and little over a year as a vehicle dynamics engineer at Ford Motor Company.
Furthermore, he spent 15 years of his adult life holding different editor positions at various magazines, including Associate Technical Editor at Car and Driver, Road Test Editor at Road & Track, and Managing Editor at Autoweek.
Robin also spent several years racing. He started in autocross, then bought a go-kart and then another one. Having a lot of success, including a Great Lakes Sprint Series championship in 2002, he moved to single-seaters, racing in the 2003 Skip-Barber Midwest Championship, the 2003-2004 Skip Barber Southern Championship, and the 2004 Formula Dodge National Championship.
In addition to making videos, Robin hosts a podcast about major road racing series across the globe, with a focus on Formula 1. Find the show at funwithcars.com/
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There's another German EV rocket ship for sale that's definitely worth checking out, here is my review of the Porsche Taycan: th-cam.com/video/O4SKB-SRS2k/w-d-xo.html
And the Harman/Kardon 17 speaker sound system is amazing as well. ❤
I've watched many many M50 vids, as I ordered one back in March 22' and have been eagerly awaiting my ride... I'm not an engineer, but I have an analytical mind, that's why I like this vid the most. This one gave me a lot of tech info and insight that I hadn't previously seen.
I really appreciate reading this, thank you!
the best review! I hate people doing launch control endlessly, you have quality information (I have this car, same color and option)
Thank you so much!
Ordered mine last week and already have a production number. Got the same color too
Hope it comes soon!
Great review! I ordered mine, it's supposed to come in soon. I took it in dravit grey but that blue looks nice!
Thank you!
Awesome review! I’m getting mine on Thursday! Waited 11 months so very excited!
I got info from yesterday that mine will be produced in CW 51 :-) Can't wait! Congrats to you.
Thank you so much! And, yeah, this is something special. Hope it came for you!
Mine is in California awaiting transport up to Oregon. Reserved it in August 2021. It's been a loooong wait. Congrats to you!
@@aneebaba06 I hope you get it soon! Mine was a test car I had for week. I didn't get to keep it. Maybe I should've asked BMW really nicely. It was a blast!
I watched many reviews on this car and this is the best review I've seen so far, good job
Thank you so much! It means a lot to read that.
Fully agree, pleasant and with just the right level of technical details (like Aluminum vendors). Subbed!!
@@GTI_CHHA thank you!
The sweet spot here is probably the middle model (eDrive 40)... best value, unless you REALLY want the 0-60 time. Other reviewers have said the 40 handles better, too (it's RWD).
Very true. A driven front axle will always be the expense of steering feel, never mind the additional weight of the motor up front. Losing weight is always a good thing, but if you want that 0-60 toller coaster, you have to go the M50..
Nicely done. Electrify America 2 years free charging in US (30 minutes/ session).
Thank you!
Great video, How is the Scratch Resistance on the Gloss Carbon Fiber? Just curious if DOG CLAW will scar it>?
Thank you! But I have to apologize, I don't have a good understanding of how scratch resistant the carbon fiber is. My dog loves to claw and climb around my car too, so I totally understand why you'd want to know.
please review new honda crv hybrid. is it quiet in the cabin? compared to outback/wilderness? ride comfort and handling? (please let us know with and without left foot braking handling balance :) )
I'll make sure to get a CRV Hybrid soon. And I'll make to feel out chassis balance without a bit of assistance from my left foot. Cheers!
@@viewsonvehicles that sounds great. It might be interesting to use a dB meter to measure noise levels at 62mph in low wind on a dry stretch of road (both smooth and coarse chip readings) between different vehicles with aircon turned off. I am really hoping the noise insulation in the new CRV has been markedly improved since my 2008 CRV. I've also driven a new current generation Outback (but not Wilderness so I'd be keen to know how the CRV compares for quietness). The Outback has the same cabin noise at that speed on the same road in the same conditions to a 2020 Mercedes C Class.
@Robin Warner : The i4M50 or the 3 Performance if you were to put your own money down.😊
Personally, I would choose the i4. I like the features BMW added and really enjoyed it on a lot of levels. To be fair, I've only driven the 3 Performance briefly, never reviewed one.
how did you get your I4 so early? A bunch of us have been waiting to get an i4 and still have not received ours yet.
Mine was a test car that I had for a week to review.
In "B' mode when you ease off accelerator do break lights come on?
That's a good question. I'm sorry to say, I do not know
Yes, the brake lights will come off if you let off the pedal far enough to be coming to a reasonable stop. There's a widget on the infotainment screen which depicts the car and will reflect any lights being activated on the car, so you'll know if the brake lights are triggered.
What colour is that interior? Is it Cognac?
Exactly right
There is no excuse for the rear seats to not have room.. ridiculousp.. Shorten the hood and increase the space in the cabin.
This car is designed as a coupe / hatchback, for more legroom there is the BMW I5
227 milles for a 2023 $84,000 beamer, sounds like its doa. model 3 performance gets you over 300 miles on 20s
It's not anywhere near $84k... looking at the configurator on BMW's web site, the m50 can be had with every option for around $74k.
@@JustMe99999 still alot for 200 miles real world range. Better off with a 150 mile range I3.
This vehicle is NOT WORTH $83k….Tesla here I come!!!