Following closely behind the Porsche Taycan, Mercedes-Benz EQS, and Audi e-tron GT, the luxury electric sedan market in Vietnam now welcomes the BMW i4. It has been introduced to the Vietnamese market by distributor Thaco alongside its high-riding sibling, the BMW iX3.
Before it hits the hands of consumers and receives direct feedback from experts and customers in Vietnam, let’s take a look at how Car and Driver, the American magazine, evaluates this electric sedan model.
The BMW i4 not only shares its platform with other luxury electric sedans, but it can also be compared to other models within the BMW family, such as the BMW M3 – a performance sports sedan under the same brand.
When it comes to power, the BMW i4 M50 can deliver up to 544 horsepower. In reality, the BMW i4 M50 offers a sportier driving experience than the BMW M3, which is considered an iconic sedan in terms of performance.
In the Vietnamese market, Thaco’s BMW i4 distribution includes the eDrive40 version, which boasts an impressive driving range of nearly 500 km after a full charge. The car is also compatible with a 200 kW fast charger and has enough energy to travel over 150 km with just 10 minutes of charging. With an 11 kW charger, users can charge from 0 to 100% battery in 8 hours and 15 minutes.
Unfortunately, Thaco has not distributed the xDrive (all-wheel drive) versions of the BMW i4. Instead, it is only available in two versions: eDrive35, eDrive40, and the high-performance M50 version.
The M sport version of the BMW i4 is equipped with many eye-catching details, including smart LED headlights, 19-inch wheels, blue sport brake calipers, a premium interior with ambient lighting, heated and ventilated seats and steering wheel, lumbar support, a Harman Kardon sound system, and wireless charging.
Furthermore, the BMW i4 M50 features a tuned adaptive suspension system, striking a perfect balance between sharp and dynamic driving experiences and smooth and comfortable daily urban commuting.
The BMW i4 eDrive35 version distributed by Thaco has a rear-wheel-drive configuration with a power output of 281 horsepower, while the eDrive40 version stops at 335 horsepower, also with a rear-wheel-drive system. On the other hand, the “playful” M50 version is equipped with two motors, combined with all-wheel-drive, boasting a power output of up to 536 horsepower and a torque of 794 Nm.
Thanks to its impressive power, the BMW i4 M50 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds, outperforming the iconic BMW M3 in real-world acceleration tests between the two cars.
The real-world driving experience shows that this i4 has extremely aggressive acceleration performance, with instant and powerful acceleration that could potentially overwhelm those not accustomed to sports cars.
In addition, the lower center of gravity and the higher weight (due to the additional battery) inadvertently make the BMW i4 M50 feel more stable and agile than the BMW M3.
The real-world experience also demonstrates that the BMW i4 boasts a high-quality interior, featuring luxurious wood trim, premium leather and metal accents, along with visually appealing elements such as the gear shifter, start button, and signature blue steering wheel logo.
Overall, the design of the BMW i4 follows a modern and sporty layout, similar to most other models from Bavaria. Like its high-riding sibling, the BMW iX3, the BMW i4 also includes a wide stretch of screen integrated into the dashboard, fully equipped with the latest iDrive 8.5 infotainment system.
Both the instrument cluster screen and the central screen have large sizes, measuring 12.3 and 14.9 inches, respectively. Alongside these, modern connections such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and integrated WiFi hotspot are also standard features.
In addition to its eye-catching design, impressive power, and modern interior, the BMW i4 is equipped with modern driver-assistance features, including forward collision warning with emergency braking assist, lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and intelligent adaptive cruise control ACC with stop-and-go function.
With all these advantages, it’s clear that the price of the BMW i4 cannot be low. However, in reality, the starting price announced by Thaco for this electric sedan is 3.759 billion VND, which is lower than its competitors, such as the Audi e-tron GT, Mercedes-Benz EQS, and Porsche Taycan.
This price point creates a favorable opportunity for the BMW i4 to attract users who want to own their first sedan with performance equivalent to, or even surpassing, the iconic BMW M3 sports sedan.
Anh Phan (Tuoitrethudo)
Source: Car and Driver
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