The 2026 BMW i4 in a Nutshell
The formula for the BMW i4 is simple enough. Take a 4 Series Gran Coupe, take out the internal combustion engine, and replace it with a fully electric drivetrain. Thankfully, BMW did a good job turning the four-door coupe into a battery-powered vehicle.
Rolled out for the 2022 model year, the i4 received a mid-cycle refresh in 2024 for the 2025 model year. With that, it carries over largely unchanged into 2026, also benefiting from the new software and hardware upgrades that boost power and range. Its most obvious rival is the Tesla Model 3, although the Dodge Charger EV is pretty close in price.
2026 BMW i4 Lease Deals for January
There’s no shortage of lease deals over at BMW, and the i4 is no exception. As always, all trims are available for lease, from the entry-level eDrive40, all the way to the M60. It starts at $499 for 36 months with $4,759 due at signing for the aforementioned entry model. That’s followed by the xDrive40 at $529 for 36 months; $4,999 due at signing.
As for the M60, the fastest and most powerful version of the i4 can be leased for $679 per month with $5,999 due at signing. By the way, there is an additional loyalty credit worth $1,000 for qualified buyers to sweeten the deal. For surcharges, it’s $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles. Offer is valid until February 2, 2026.
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2026 BMW i4 Highlights
Base prices for the BMW i4 start at $57,900, all the way to $70,700. All can be specified with various options packages, but all come standard with wireless phone connectivity, an intelligent personal assistant, built-in apps, and advanced driver assists. Other features include a sunroof, heated seats, and a power tailgate.
The eDrive40 uses a single motor that’s good for 335 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the all-wheel drive xDrive40 gets an additional motor to bring up the power to 396 hp and 443 lb-ft. Last but not least, the M60’s dual-motor arrangement is cranked up to 593 horsepower and 586 lb-ft of torque.
Final Thoughts
As far as EV sedans (okay, four-door coupes) go, the i4 is a hugely competent vehicle. Its range isn’t the greatest, but in terms of capability and driving dynamics, it still has some of the characteristics that define BMW. Prices aren’t too bad either, considering what it offers, and it’s a good starting point for anyone thinking of getting a battery-powered BMW.
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