great video Bjorn! Summary: BMW = love for details vs Tesla = accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy -> max. output of EVs, no priority for quality
Incorrect. That's a general misconception. Tesla in fact has good quality. It's just that you don't know about it. And BMW also has issues. Just like all other brands.
@@bjornnyland hmmm maybe we have different perceptions of quality. My M3P 2019 has bad paintwork (paint thickness, faded paint), leaking glass roof, bad quality of door seals (sound insulation), gaps partly uneven (wind noise), rust (area of rocker panel), bumpy suspension (front supension also makes sometimes strange noises), boring ambient light, seats are on longt trips to soft (like a american couch), no selection for seat covers material (sweat on imitation leather), no setting options for front headrest, leg extension or lean width, no tweeter for rear passengers, clumsy Isofix position, primitive navigation (no POI on current route, no alternative routes (fast, short,...), no detailed traffic informations on current route, no option to disable Autobahn, no options for tolls in different countrys, no 3D maps, delayed map loading when bad mobile connection, ...), restricted media control for connected smartphone (no searching titel, playlist, album, artist), no voice commands for media on smartphone (works only with spotify), heater cooks my feet (no solution, must turn it off for the legs), no fan speed adjustment between driver and passenger, no air supply for the front brakes (overheat, take a look in front heel housing of a i4 M50 and compare), and much more Why did i buy this car? Because there was no alternative, until now. And many negative points on my Tesla I noticed over time.
@@simontele my dealer told me to expect my car to arrive by November - December. They seemed really confident with that estimate. But I guess I'll find out by October. I ordered mine in May 2022
LED strip in the door only turns red when the engine/ vehicle powered up and that particular door opens. It’s an indication to let you know the door is open whilst vehicle is powered up and also when the door is not properly closed. Thanks for your videos.
This press car is with the Supercharged package that costs 127,900 Kr (12,790 Euro) extra in Norway. Also, the estimated delivery date for new reservations in Norway is Q1 2023, that is one year waiting list.
Going to book a test drive in the spring. As long as the room upfront is good I am good with it since I will not be in the backseat. Being a little thirsty is no a problem since it chargers lie a boss. Very interesting compromise at this point,now bring on the iX, that review by Bjorn should be interesting since it’s a ground up EV.
If the phone/charger area gets hot the charging is stopped and if you do not pay attention you get a surprise later (that the phone is not charged). It happens to me also for example when I am using Waze and the phone gets hot. The new models have some cooling holes in that area.
Great review. Did you try out the voice controls? Apparently the system can understand commands like, “Hey BMW, I’m cold!” and it will increase the temperature. Thanks!
Unless you need an EV now, I'd wait until the 2025 line of electric BMWs comes out on the dedicated EV chassis. Having said that, it seems BMW has done a great job with an existing gas platform.
Great review, as nearly always. BMW: Björn's Magnificant Work! But what I still miss from this new BMW i's, the founders if the legend BMW i3? Why don't they spend a frunk? It seems that really none of the former BMW i- Engineers is involved in the new models. Disappointing!
Why do people keep on moving their foot around left and right under the car for opening the car hatch door? This is a BMW . You only need a short kick straight in under the badge.
The premium inside this car is superior to Model 3. Alone the doors closing...And I drive myself a Model 3 SR+ On the efficiency side, the BMW gets way worse range/kwh and higher price as well. Difficult decision if I had 60k to spend on a car
Those 4 programmable functions are just okay. But why did BMW had to take away those 8 nice tactile physical buttons which did the same thing, allow you program all sorts of useful functions such as phone numbers, navi destinations, etc. It was one of the best interior features in the entire automotive market, and only BMWs had them. Now BMW is taking them away just because Tesla got people to think screens are cooler than buttons.
And look how disgusting the screen looks like at 12:18 for example. 🤣 Touch screens have their place but this setup could still easily have the physical shortcut buttons and climate control buttons available, yet it doesn't.
Dear Bjørn, I follow your channel with great joy and interest, and looking at your reports on the i4 M50 I wonder why you don’t report on the basis versions of the i4. They are much more affordable, have - as I understand- even more range, and are to be equipped with all amenities you could wish for.. I would appreciate it if you could give it some attention! Many greetings from the Netherlands!
Bjørn, writing with the iDrive controller is slower indeed, but you can do it without taking a single glance off the road, not so easy to do that with the on-screen keyboard while leaning forward. And no, I generally won't be talking to my car, I much rather enjoy listening to the music than my own and the assistants voice. 😉
Just bought a 3 series recently. I've learned that car reviewers should also test the cameras in low light situations. Never had such a bad back camera in my life in low light. My old BMWs were much better. Wonder if they learned from that mistake and the new i4 is better. Let's hope
The ignition/screens off thing is weird for bmw's, on many bmw's that I have driven, the infotainment screens, music etc stays on until you lock the car (i love it because when you are unloading etc, then you can vibe to music)
I am pretty sure that you can customise it in the infotainment the way you prefer it. I had an ix3 over the Christmas period and I could change it in the settings there.
Was in a BMW i4 last weekend. As with other coupe style cars, the view through the back mirror is terrible. No matter how good the rest of the car is, to me, the poor all-around view is sufficient to go for a different car.
It's such a weird car. Is it an EV or petrol? It doesn't harvest any of the advantages a real EV platform has. BMW software has always been crap. In my 3 series and 5 series it has no good user interface. So many clicks to get where you want to go. And don't get me started on the service prices....
The explanation I got from engineers (working with other forms of electric vehicles) was that kWh/h is the average consumption per hour whereas kW is the exact consumption. Not sure if that makes sense, I remember thinking in the same terms as you and was a bit confused when they said it. I can safely say it's not a remnant from combustion engines and l/h though.
@@bjornnyland the 2 types of displaying consumption fully makes sense. while driving you wanr to know how far you can go => kwh/km or maybe kwh/100km, while standing still you want to know how long your energy will last with your consumers switched on wile in a traffic yam => kwh/h . no Algebra fail, just consumer centric thinking
Best lines from the video:
"That is the slowest erection ever
But, it's not about c(u)ming fast, it's about c(u)ming in style"
Timeline : 1:08
Nope, 6:20 “you should always put the Asian in the middle”.
The chuckle had me in stitches.
great video Bjorn! Summary: BMW = love for details vs Tesla = accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy -> max. output of EVs, no priority for quality
Incorrect. That's a general misconception. Tesla in fact has good quality. It's just that you don't know about it. And BMW also has issues. Just like all other brands.
@@bjornnyland hmmm maybe we have different perceptions of quality. My M3P 2019 has bad paintwork (paint thickness, faded paint), leaking glass roof, bad quality of door seals (sound insulation), gaps partly uneven (wind noise), rust (area of rocker panel), bumpy suspension (front supension also makes sometimes strange noises), boring ambient light, seats are on longt trips to soft (like a american couch), no selection for seat covers material (sweat on imitation leather), no setting options for front headrest, leg extension or lean width, no tweeter for rear passengers, clumsy Isofix position, primitive navigation (no POI on current route, no alternative routes (fast, short,...), no detailed traffic informations on current route, no option to disable Autobahn, no options for tolls in different countrys, no 3D maps, delayed map loading when bad mobile connection, ...), restricted media control for connected smartphone (no searching titel, playlist, album, artist), no voice commands for media on smartphone (works only with spotify), heater cooks my feet (no solution, must turn it off for the legs), no fan speed adjustment between driver and passenger, no air supply for the front brakes (overheat, take a look in front heel housing of a i4 M50 and compare), and much more
Why did i buy this car? Because there was no alternative, until now. And many negative points on my Tesla I noticed over time.
Bjorn got jokes 🤣
I just placed an order for the m50 last week 😃💪
Good choice!
You get any info on the arrival date of your car.
@@tehvillageidiot No nothing at all I’m afraid.. looks like it gonna be another 6mo before delivery🥲
@@simontele my dealer told me to expect my car to arrive by November - December. They seemed really confident with that estimate. But I guess I'll find out by October. I ordered mine in May 2022
Still waiting for the Dacia Spring 1000km challenge :D
Who isn't!
If I start the challenge now in February with the Dacia, it will finish by Spring...
@@bjornnyland Nobody's in a rush here!
LED strip in the door only turns red when the engine/ vehicle powered up and that particular door opens. It’s an indication to let you know the door is open whilst vehicle is powered up and also when the door is not properly closed.
Thanks for your videos.
Slowest erection ever! Hahaha I love it ... Hope bkk can have that option
You have to klick on the tile on the left "3d View" then you can use the touch to turn your Car around and stuff like that...
This press car is with the Supercharged package that costs 127,900 Kr (12,790 Euro) extra in Norway. Also, the estimated delivery date for new reservations in Norway is Q1 2023, that is one year waiting list.
As always, another excellent video from Bimmerbjørn 😄 Very informative and unbiased in-depth review
Yes, Bjørn is at his BimmerHome 😅
10:45 I assuming the USB around CupHolder is a MEDIA USB, which for you to play music? Not a fast charger?
It's really a fantastic car!
Shame it weighs as much as a freight train
@@henrik1743 Yeah...
09:38 Hans is that you? xD
BMW will mean in the future: "build with waight". Keep up with good work!
BeemerBjorn in BeaverHome ... man you killin' it. 🤣
Going to book a test drive in the spring. As long as the room upfront is good I am good with it since I will not be in the backseat. Being a little thirsty is no a problem since it chargers lie a boss. Very interesting compromise at this point,now bring on the iX, that review by Bjorn should be interesting since it’s a ground up EV.
Excellent. It's difficult to get luggage dimensions (length especially)
Lovely interior and design
Great review!! Enjoyed all the details as well your entertaining style
If the phone/charger area gets hot the charging is stopped and if you do not pay attention you get a surprise later (that the phone is not charged). It happens to me also for example when I am using Waze and the phone gets hot. The new models have some cooling holes in that area.
Hi, great video as always.
Does this also have a 12v outlet on the passenger side under the glove compartment?
Great review. Did you try out the voice controls? Apparently the system can understand commands like, “Hey BMW, I’m cold!” and it will increase the temperature. Thanks!
Bjørn viewer interaction genius Nyland says it wrong on purpose. Bayrische Motoren Werke. Or Mistwagen if it breaks down 🤪
Unless you need an EV now, I'd wait until the 2025 line of electric BMWs comes out on the dedicated EV chassis. Having said that, it seems BMW has done a great job with an existing gas platform.
Your Galaxy S9+ 😍😍😍
Hello Bjorn, is the BMW iX range test live stream on Friday?
I have already done it.
@@bjornnyland Oh so no live stream. 1000km challenge on sunday (iX 50)?
Enjoy your review. Will you be doing camping in the i4 like you did with Tesla?
I laughed many times - u deeed this vid with style :-)
Great review, as nearly always. BMW: Björn's Magnificant Work! But what I still miss from this new BMW i's, the founders if the legend BMW i3? Why don't they spend a frunk? It seems that really none of the former BMW i- Engineers is involved in the new models. Disappointing!
00:28 “you fucking got it!?” 🤣😂🤣
Lol
I love the i4 👍 Great Video 🤩
Ashenbeker?
It wouldn't be a BMW if the interior wasn't kind of cramped ;)
„This is the slowest erection ever“ 😂😂
You have provided the best thouroug review that i have seen.
Bjørn, will you test drive Ariya next week? Available at Skøyen and Drammen.
great review. love it!!!
Just curious, why don't you pronounce Volkswagon as Wolksvagon ?
In german, V is pronounced F. So u would say Folkswagen. Go figure 😅
@@ManjitSingh-jo9zs Thanks
Watch and learn:
th-cam.com/video/mG7GBGcABYQ/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=SpeedComparer
Better say: Holly ravioli:)
Slowest erection ever. Its not about coming fast. It's about coming in style lmao
is that 20% discount for the BMW? I almost dropped an egg
I like pockets behind the front seats to put-a-you shit.
Bayerische Motoren Werke GmbH
Why do people keep on moving their foot around left and right under the car for opening the car hatch door? This is a BMW . You only need a short kick straight in under the badge.
The premium inside this car is superior to Model 3. Alone the doors closing...And I drive myself a Model 3 SR+
On the efficiency side, the BMW gets way worse range/kwh and higher price as well.
Difficult decision if I had 60k to spend on a car
eDrive40 is there for you. Cheaper, wheighs less, more efficient due to more aerodynamic styling, less weight and only one motor.
@@jeppewerring yeah but still 10k€ more than the Mode 3 LR. That is what I mean
@@ungallegoenmunich in The Netherlands: €58.000 Model 3 LR. And 60.600 euros: i4. That's Very Close.
Not the software tough. My god its painfully slow and laggy.
@@chrisalexandersb1748 agree
Yeah, nice - but it's 2.4 tonnes, with a back seat that's main function is as somewhere to put your jacket. Move on..
I do wonder how much better they could make it if it were designed to be an ev rather than just shoving batteries into an ice vehicle
Those 4 programmable functions are just okay. But why did BMW had to take away those 8 nice tactile physical buttons which did the same thing, allow you program all sorts of useful functions such as phone numbers, navi destinations, etc. It was one of the best interior features in the entire automotive market, and only BMWs had them. Now BMW is taking them away just because Tesla got people to think screens are cooler than buttons.
And look how disgusting the screen looks like at 12:18 for example. 🤣
Touch screens have their place but this setup could still easily have the physical shortcut buttons and climate control buttons available, yet it doesn't.
How is this so memeable?
Haha bavarian man's wagon, for someone who doesn't know it's bavarian motor work, I think.
👍
Bayerische Motoren Werke - BMW
Bm vv not wrong
The screen lags like my dead grandma
kWh/h :DDDDD
Sounds kinda funny, but is actually correct.
@@jacobandersson3356 yeah, so like (√(kWh/h/kW*1234/1234*kW))²
@@sampozero2274 🤦
BMW means Bavarian Motor Works - not whatever you said there - but your pronunciation is right.
Woosh.
how to tell you are german without saying that
@@sergeikulichkov7748 you got me
Lol... th-cam.com/video/mG7GBGcABYQ/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=SpeedComparer
@@bjornnyland found my other channel?
Yikes, that grille... it's so ugly. What were they thinking? It could be the best car in the world, ever (it isn't), but with THAT grille, no-sale.
HAHAHAH
Did not look very premium to me, so many red flags for that price, wow didn't know it was that bad
Ok for the german prenounciation of BMW, but it stands for Bayerische Motoren werke! 😁 😉
Dear Bjørn, I follow your channel with great joy and interest, and looking at your reports on the i4 M50 I wonder why you don’t report on the basis versions of the i4. They are much more affordable, have - as I understand- even more range, and are to be equipped with all amenities you could wish for.. I would appreciate it if you could give it some attention! Many greetings from the Netherlands!
Simply because I didn't get to borrow one.
Lovely details. No cheap Tesla sheeet.
BMW = Bayerische Motoren Werke
I am about to have one and this was the best video so far. The first time I laugh in a car review video xD
Polestar 2 will be more direct competitor vs model 3 to bmw i4 . Similar interior and both are liftback
Does it have Camp-Mode?
charging pad will be always blocked by bottles…
This car starts from €79,000 in Australia ($125,000 AUD) + options :(
This is a Bemve guys👍 nice car .. I like the Green color
Looking forward to the full iX review!
Bjørn, writing with the iDrive controller is slower indeed, but you can do it without taking a single glance off the road, not so easy to do that with the on-screen keyboard while leaning forward. And no, I generally won't be talking to my car, I much rather enjoy listening to the music than my own and the assistants voice. 😉
Bayerische Motoren Werke=BMW
You pronounce BMW quite correctly, but it means Bayrische Motorenwerke so bavarian motor factory.
Just bought a 3 series recently. I've learned that car reviewers should also test the cameras in low light situations. Never had such a bad back camera in my life in low light. My old BMWs were much better. Wonder if they learned from that mistake and the new i4 is better. Let's hope
Wow, good job ! I have watched so many videos on the i4, no one pointed out the door light changes when open.
Spot on with headroom for back seat. Space is smaller than compact car.
Great review but... Press this than this & that & this... too many buttons so busy
The ignition/screens off thing is weird for bmw's, on many bmw's that I have driven, the infotainment screens, music etc stays on until you lock the car (i love it because when you are unloading etc, then you can vibe to music)
I am pretty sure that you can customise it in the infotainment the way you prefer it. I had an ix3 over the Christmas period and I could change it in the settings there.
@@bowbinger Oh, cool, I haven't been in the new ones very much but great to know that it is still there!
Idk about electric bmws but on bmws if hit hit the radio button it should turn the infotainment on or off
Älskar dina videos! :) Go Björn!
I like to see more and more ev cars with traditional interior
first 🤣
Hi Björn would be nice if you test the Dacia Spring
8:20 it show kwh/h because you are not moving. thats what the car uses if you keep sitting in there for one hour and do you stuff not driving
Makes sense
13:47 you're supposed to use gesture control to move the image around the car. BMW's have had that for a number of years.
No gesture control in i4
Was in a BMW i4 last weekend. As with other coupe style cars, the view through the back mirror is terrible. No matter how good the rest of the car is, to me, the poor all-around view is sufficient to go for a different car.
I really like the i4, but unfortunately, it is just to compact in the interior
"Stoynbank"
Quality is nice but it's still a hybrid version of what an ev should be ( based on Tesla )
It's such a weird car. Is it an EV or petrol? It doesn't harvest any of the advantages a real EV platform has. BMW software has always been crap. In my 3 series and 5 series it has no good user interface. So many clicks to get where you want to go. And don't get me started on the service prices....
The explanation I got from engineers (working with other forms of electric vehicles) was that kWh/h is the average consumption per hour whereas kW is the exact consumption. Not sure if that makes sense, I remember thinking in the same terms as you and was a bit confused when they said it. I can safely say it's not a remnant from combustion engines and l/h though.
It makes no sense and it's algebra fail.
@@bjornnyland the 2 types of displaying consumption fully makes sense. while driving you wanr to know how far you can go => kwh/km or maybe kwh/100km, while standing still you want to know how long your energy will last with your consumers switched on wile in a traffic yam => kwh/h . no Algebra fail, just consumer centric thinking
Marketing for dummies? Not cool !
@siliara No, it's not. They're different metrics for different situations. Both provide you with wholly different information.
It's a stupid way to write it. If they want to convey an average they should just write kW_avg