BMW i4 from Tesla owners perspective

[@socalviet1]

Previous Model X owner here just switched to the BMW iX. Build and ride quality is 1000% better than the X! iX has adequate power and so much more comfortable. The only thing Tesla is better at is with the autopilot, but BMW intelligent cruise control is not far behind. Overall I’m so happy with not dealing with the Model X anymore!

[@ClubXXXPoison]

While I’ve never driven either, my takeaway from the video is that the BMW is a driver’s car whereas the Tesla is an Elon car. Meaning that BMW has a far better comprehension of what a luxury sports car enthusiast/purchaser wants in a car whereas Elon just gives you what he wants in a car. My only question is how many electric vehicles can BMW produce each year? Tesla’s design simplicity gives it an edge as they seem to be able to crank out prolific quantities of their vehicles with their minimalist design.

[@PerfectorZY]

What year was your X? Cause ride quality has improved substantially this year. A 2018 Tesla and a 2022 don’t even feel like the same company.

[@noorghani5053]

@@PerfectorZY My uncle has the latest model x he bought a few months ago. After moving from an x7, he wants to move back to the x7 and I don't blame him. The doors are cool but thats about it. He ordered the BMW iX and should get it in September. Luckily cuz of pre owned car prices, he broke even for the model x.

[@PerfectorZY]

@@noorghani5053 That's fine, to each his own. I have a model Y and don't plan on going anywhere. Also, HEAVILY depends on what wheels you got. I went with the smallest wheels/largest tires and my ride quality is great. People with performance tires tend to complain about ride quality. We really need more EV's to push infrastructure to evolve so doesn't matter either way really.

[@currycel470]

@@PerfectorZY Elon is fake 🥥🥥

[@davidweston9799]

I’ve been bouncing around ideas for an EV. This and the Model 3 are big contenders. I think you nailed my driving perspective and what I care about. I don’t need movies, don’t want to pay a car connection subscription, want reasonable commuting range but won’t use it for long hauls, have kids, etc. This i4 screams high quality materials and tangible, everyday driving advantages over the Model 3. Tesla (which I’m still a fan of!) seems like a battery/tech company building cars. BMW is a car company going electric.

[@rono33]

BTW I just test drove the i4. Great job BMW did, but FYI you DO get charged connection fee per month by BMW too...

[@hjlee7058]

Absolutely right👍🙏

[@joemartino6976]

Thank you! Ordered my i4 (single motor) couple of weeks ago after consideration of the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai/Kia twins. The experience at the BMW dealer was surprising and great. No gimmicks, no markups, no unwanted options. Including the $7.5K tax incentive, the i4 came in at $53K plus tax and tags. Drove the Y and did not particularly care for the minimalist interior, the rougher ride or the $63K price tag. Drove the Kia EV6 and it was OK....but the $5K dealer markup + the required $4k package of useless dealer options completely knocked it off the list for me. Driving experience was the primary benefit of the BMW for me and the negatives of the other two vehicles made it an easy decision. Only reservation is that I didn't get the adaptive suspension because it wouldn't allow the Dravit Grey color option (wife insisted) or certain wheel choices. Great review! Again, thank you. On a separate note, I'm a retired ad guy and I used to work with the two creative guys who came up with BMW's "Ultimate Driving Machine" tag line many years ago. When I look to buy a car I always try to boil the choice down to a single, compelling reason. For the Tesla, it was cutting edge EV technology, for the Kia/Hyundai twins it was value. For the BMW, just as you said, it was the driving experience and that's what won the race.

[@E2_Hawkeye]

Did you try a Model 3? It is weird you put a sedan up against the crossover for your choice there. The 3 is much cheaper and performs much better. I'm not sure why people buy the Y at all. If the interior is a key point then you made the right choice though I enjoy it because I'm in tech and super adaptable. I find the vent system to be about 100x better than any other car and the delivery of heat/cooling via some of that minimalist interior. I do think it's a cop out to not have something behind the wheel in the 3 and y when they have it in the S and X- obviously they are saying the S and X are the best when you look at the price tag. Idk if you did get to drive a model 3 but if so let me know how the driving compared. I've found my 3 to crush my ICE BMW's that I've owned over the years and I never thought a car could handle better than a BMW until the 3. Again I'm not impressed with the Y so whatever that is worth.

[@PedroDVC]

The driving experience from a BMW is on another level...

[@ds1phonesystems293]

I didn’t think this qualified for the $7500 tax incentive, because it is not assembled in the USA. Did the dealer take it off of your invoice?

[@AyushK]

@@ds1phonesystems293 it did qualify until biden passed the new federal tax credit bill

[@mh0Ang95]

​@@E2_Hawkeye 3 is still not a cheap car... The few extra thousand you pay for BMW is well worth it for the superior quality and drive as many praise. Its tried and true, and executed the electric transition nicely. Most have said it has better range than TM3 with regards to the eDrive40

[@levifisk6401]

I have begun to debate this in my mind recently: Tesla or BMW. This video was very helpful. Still a ways from getting into either, but I'm convinced BMW > Tesla in the areas important to me: performance, driving dynamic, fit/finish, styling. Thanks for the vid.

[@BMWofFW]

glad it was helpful!

[@jerz8289]

Did you include wait times, dealer markup with BMW, the exxxtra costs associated with the BMW name, no glass roof, EVERYTHING is an option (Tesla has much better standard options) plus less range and no Supercharging network? I assume people like to travel... good luck finding 150-250kW chargers for any other EV on the route you are going! Tesla has implemented Supercharging almost everywhere.

[@RemoteSpeed007]

If you into performance the BM is the wrong choice, M3P is faster, much lighter (-1000LBS), modern interior, top tech, much more efficient, with longer range.

[@mh0Ang95]

@@jerz8289 BMW eDrive40 has better range than the M3 in real world performance from many different YT reviewers and even other site reviewers list its real world range greater. As of rn, the model 3 RWD vs BMW i4 eDrive40, both spec'd out ($62k vs $64k). BMW is smidge faster 0-60, more range, greater build quality fit/finish, better trunk utility with the hatch trunk, and overall has more trunk space. Its got heads up and 360-deg cam. Tesla's got their features but many are gimmicks.

[@raymondwong2521]

The BMW has very great design for the trunk area too. One can easily use tie down anchors to secure things and bulky items in the trunk area. When my brother tries to put his doggie cart in the Model Y's trunk, the doggie cart just slide left and right and back and forth a lot making scratches in the Model Y's trunk area. The BMW has a lot of tie down anchors for securing items, hooks on the side panels for grocery bags, etc. The German company has been in the business long enough to know how important it is to tie down things in the trunk especially if you have a fast car for cornering and accelerating and stopping.

[@EnnoKirchner]

i am a tesla owner (m3 LR 2021) and yesterday i test drove the bmw i4 m40. The BMW i4 is a great car, but honestly, both cars have their advantages and disadvantages. BMW + The seats in the BMW are excellent + the exterior design + I really liked the head-up display. + Some assistance systems are better in the BMW (e.g. sign recognition). + Driving comfort is slightly better. + Trunk is more accessible Tesla + I like the steering wheel in the Tesla much better, + I also like the interior concept in the Tesla, + The navigation and the Operating System is slightly better in the Tesla, + The Tesla has better driving dynamics and more power, + The Tesla is more efficient. On my test route, the BMW consumed 20% more. The BMW has a larger battery, so the range is the same, but the cost is higher in the BMW, + The Tesla offers a frunk for charging cables, - The interior quality is very good in both cars. On the outside, the BMW is better finished. + Sound system is slightly better in the Tesla (especially the bass is richer, but both cars have very good sound systems). In Germany, the LR currently costs ~60k €. But it is already fully equipped. If I configure the BMW i4 to a comparable level, I end up with BMW at 77k €. In my opinion, the BMW does not justify this surcharge in any respect. It's a great car, but I'm definitely sticking with the Tesla.

[@EagleWolfSparrow]

Nice views. I do like hatchback on BMW, USA Las Vegas BMW I4 M5 full equit will be like 82000$ USD dollar out of door. I wonder why BMW range is so low :(

[@EnnoKirchner]

@@EagleWolfSparrow The BMW i4 m50 fully equipped costs over 90k (93k USD) in Germany. But here there is also an environmental bonus (government subsidy) of 7.5k. What do you mean by range? The price range or the driving range?

[@MrZoox04]

You can't compare the power of a car when there is a difference with more than 100hp from one to the other... and I drove Model 3 perf and I4 M50 (Yes you drove the e40 not M40). I can say that no one has a clear advantage on the other one. Sound system, the Harman Kardon one is cleary better than the tesla's one. Built quality is better for the BMW. Tesla is improving day after day, but, they are not at the same lvl of BMW. I have hesitated for the I4 and Model 3 for so long. I end up ordering the one I'll pay the less monthly because i couldn't really choose so I went for the I4. Yeah it's strange but professionnal financial services is cheaper in belgium for an I4 than a Tesla. (Model 3 LR and I4 e40 - I want more comfort and range as it will be a daily i have other cars for pleasure)

[@EnnoKirchner]

@@MrZoox04 I'm right there with you. The two cars are on par: each model has its advantages and disadvantages. You can't easily pin down a clear winner. But when I consider the price difference between the Model 3 LR and the BMW i4 eDrive 40, my decision goes to the Tesla M3. Our car is not leased, so I did not look at the lease rates, but at the actual acquisition costs. I compare cars that my budget allows. If the one has 100ps less, then I have to take that into account as well. I liked the Harman Kardon sound system a bit better in the midrange. With the Tesla, I found the bass to be richer. The sound systems are both very good in my opinion. I would differentiate between two things when it comes to quality: Quality of the materials used and how they are assembled. The material mix is on the same level in both cars. In terms of assembly, my Model 3 has no problems at all in the interior. However, the BMW is better in the exterior. But this is mainly about gaps. If perfection in the gaps is of extreme importance, you should go for the BMW. The Tesla's from China are already enormously well made, but still can't quite match BMW. But that is not a decisive advantage for me. More Range? I don't think so. The rear-wheel drive i4 consumed 20% more than our Long Range with Performance Boost on my 20 km test drive (same route, same weather conditions). Since the BMW has a larger net capacity, it gets the same range, but not further, and has higher operating costs. Can't believe the i4 M50 ist more efficient.

[@MrZoox04]

@@EnnoKirchner when I was saying more range it was for the choice of Model 3 LR and I4 e40 in place of perf and m50. And to be honest, with the price I got, the I4 e40 and model 3. There was a difference of 2100€. Thats not so crazy.

[@jordansmith6171]

I was in a market for an EV and decided to go with the m50. Everything about what you mentioned is exactly why I ordered it after test drive. I tried so hard to like anything Tesla but just couldn't pull the trigger on purchasing one. It doesn't even come close to anything remotely 60k i.e model 3 perf. My brother has a TMS and he likes it but for the price he paid I felt it was not worth the cost. I'm glad my first BMW will be a M and the greenest EV too!

[@vce.john1734]

Ya I’m planning to own a model y then after that letting my sister and dad to use the car then purchasing a model x plaid but those two cars are pretty pricy I love on white on white so both are white on white and one is 80k max other 173k max.

[@JV-py3lg]

Not a full on M car buddy.

[@dr_emmz]

Bro thank God, I thought I was the only one that felt tesla's were overpriced

[@mh0Ang95]

@@dr_emmz At 60k range I'd go for BMW for sure. Don't even got to say how much better the quality is over TM3 performance

[@pauldramos]

Lease return of my 2021 Tesla 3 Performance is this Oct 1… Already took delivery of a 2024 BMW i4 M50. The BMW is top notch!!!!

[@jnorm0075]

Thank you for this video. I am also a tesla guy and looking at the i4. Everything I wondered about is covered here, and a great perspective comparison. You are correct on things we never use in the tesla lol Great video. It may have just convinced me to be comfortable enough to order

[@philipmacrae7435]

Just rented the i4 for 19 days touring California. The load length is about 2m. I slept in it for 2 nights at a festival. ❤❤

[@verynick]

Sick. Which festival lol

[@salcipres8556]

I was completely open minded in my pursuit of a full EV. I expected I would love the Tesla (Model 3) but I've also owned two BMW's (2007 530xi and 2010 135). When I went to test drive the model 3, I was not impressed with the fit-n-finish of the vehicle. Also, for me (as this gent points out) the minimalist interior was just not my preference. I wasn't keen to have to look at a center mounted display for my speed or other vehicle information. I've ordered the i4 e40 as I feel my transition to a full EV will be a better experience for driving. If you've ever driven in Germany on the Autobaun (I have) you would understand why the BMW (and Mercedes) vehicles are built so well. They have to be because driving at high speeds in varying terrain needs higher performance than what we typically experience in the USA driving environments. BMW's tag line "the ultimate driving machine" are not just words, they are the culture and DNA of the company as demontrated by the precision engineering and manufacturing maturity along with a brilliant systems integration of evolving technology. Loved this video from an owners perspective. You did a nice job of explaining your personal experience with both vehicles.

[@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726]

Ha ha you are in for a nasty surprise if you want to drive this thing at Autobahn speed. The battery will be drained in no time. But no problem, because then there is the supercharger network. Oh...

[@Osmosis909]

BMW has fanbois too I guess! Ultimate driving machine!! Plenty of vehicles are comparable to BMW”S, but it comes down to personal preference. Some people just like BMWs

[@BMWofFW]

@@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726 technically ANY car will be quickly drained at autobahn speeds. Gas and electric alike.

[@Aizman87]

@@Osmosis909 😂😂😂 joke of the week

[@Daniel-tx2vt]

@@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726 europe already has a comprehensive charging network though. Even tesla owners use them…

[@pr4tn065]

Sir, this is probably the best review that I have seen when it comes to trying to explain the drivers perspective. I own a 335 that I just for the life of me cannot trade in for a Tesla. I just want a car that drives, Every single point you hit is why I have not made the plunge and bought a Tesla. Actually test drove another M3P, my 5th test drive and cant get over the fact that I want a car that is just as bad a$$ as my 335. I dont care about FSD, watch movies? nope, play games? never, I could care less about 0-60, I want the performance on the backroads like when I drive my 335 up the Dragon.....and the luxury! BMW is the Ultimate Driving Machine for a reason, my 335 is my 4th BMW, pretty sure I am about to get a 5th. Anyways thanks for the review.

[@noorghani678]

Same with me! I am a Tesla owner waiting for my lease to end so I can get into the i4 M50. IDK might order the i4 40 if I get transferred to San Francisco for work. But still 270 for the i4 M50 is easily enough from San Jose to San Francisco.

[@BMWofFW]

depending on how much is left on you lease, you might be grabbing an i4 around the LCI which should hopefully see the Digital Key + among it's upgrades.

[@anpou1129]

Ordered my i4 eDrive40 back in January. It’s in transit and should arrive at the dealer end of June to beginning of July. I was able to test drive one. Like you said, great and fun car to drive.

[@jakirus.whitley]

ordered mine in April , still no vin or nothing, I bought a 330 I in the meantime

[@macdiggs1638]

Still don’t have it I’ll bet

[@Electrified-py2hf]

Coming from the Model S I can subscribe many of your arguments. I’ve got my M50 two days ago and today I realized, that after these two days, I am more connected to the BMW than I ever was connected to the Model S. And yes there are a lot of fascinating things in the Tesla, but there are also a lot of things missed to make this Car the ultimate driving (and driver) machine. Thx for this video

[@BMWofFW]

Greatly appreciate your input friend!

[@hjlee7058]

Love this detailed video. I bought the i4 e40 yesterday after I checked almost all the evs. I love it. Thanks for the wonderful review on this car so I learned more. Happy holidays!👍🙏

[@johnjohn3241]

As a MP3 owner, I agree with you on a couple things. Especially with the range, shit is not accurate. Musk did say that once the germans start making evs, they would be better.

[@BMWofFW]

Watch out you might piss off hardcore Tesla fanboys like I did just making the video

[@aston-martin-internationalist]

Seeing these side by side makes me realise how awful looking the Tesla interior really is. Just ordered an i40 M Sport Pro eDrive 40 to replace my hybrid C Class.

[@toreyholden3263]

I myself am looking at purchasing a i4. I like u how described everything from an everyday perspective

[@novarattu6696]

This video just sold me. I have a new 228i and am looking to spoil myself

[@profh9382]

I agree, we’ll done, that why I got an i7 instead of Lucid. The quality, precision and pure luxury and endless features blew me away. 💥💥

[@bimmer100timc]

We have two m50’s on order. One should be in production really really soon

[@BMWofFW]

Congrats!

[@bimmer100timc]

@@BMWofFW ---- AWESOME NEWS! today is the birthdate of my wife's M50...just got notification it started production today and was assigned it's VIN code.

[@davegenet]

Greedy man. JK 😊

[@bimmer100timc]

@@davegenet totally. Sure….

[@bimmer100timc]

yesterday BMW said it was leaving the factory. surprised how quick that was.Will be the first one i've seen with FionaRed Full merino leather interior.

[@michaelrbodner]

Great video! I’ve had an 18 (LR RWD), 21 (Dual Motor), and 22 (Dual Motor) Model 3 and frankly I have reached the point where I am beyond bored with the Tesla and disappointed that 4 years later and they still can’t get “normal car stuff” right. I keep procrastinating test driving the i4 M50 but I think it’s time.

[@E2_Hawkeye]

What's up with the 22? I have a 21' and all the normal car stuff is totally fine so now I'm worried.

[@michaelrbodner]

@@E2_Hawkeye build and paint quality remains deplorable. Service is mediocre at best (as a whole). As for “normal car stuff” they’re missing blind spot indicators in the mirror, the auto wipers were horrible literally until the most recent update, the infotainment is stuck with its hubris of “we are a tech company and make great tech” leaving us with routinely buggy software and missing features because they can’t possibly build everything and won’t dare allow Apple/Android Auto, and then there is the lack of available options and configurations leading to every car looking the same. I could go, but like I said after over 4 years of ownership I am beyond bored and disappointed.

[@E2_Hawkeye]

@@michaelrbodner Perhaps that's the Tesla experience right now... your car was built on a Friday and mine a Tuesday. I have noticed one tiny chip in the paint that I cannot account for and no one competes with BMW paint either way. Considering they do not want to have a mirror at all I guess that doesn't shock me but your screen shows cars in your blind spot (even without the blinker camera) and to me it's a better idea since the car can just change lanes on its own so using the mirrors is simply a backup plan assuming the cameras activate when you hit the blinker as I still visually check my blind spot somehow. EAP is 6k now, lane changes done for you kind of negate that need but the car does have blind spot detection and won't let you just drive into someone. I haven't found the software to be all that buggy but it's certainly (on a 2021) not as smooth as Apple CarPlay, mostly because the CPU in the phone is just insane but the 2022 + Tesla's have a Playstation5 running the infotainment center (same hardware) so it's extremely snappy. I like the cars looking similar, it takes me back to the old BMW days where you either knew what an M badge was or you were an idiot. A performance Model 3 has a line under the Dual Motor badge along with the obvious brakes/calipers. I purchased a 1999 BMW 323i once and short of a face lift they tossed in around 2006 (I think) that car remained largely unchanged for nearly a decade. Now there are so many BMW's that it's just nonsense especially considering how close to each other many of them look. Let's not even talk about Porsche who was asleep at the design wheel for 60 years. Tesla is like a 1 year old child compared to a 100 year old in maturity. BMW has been here since WW2 and Tesla showed up on scene about 80 years later and managed to (from the ground up after the first roadster) build a pretty impressive auto, but if you don't liken a Tesla to an iPhone then you're doing it wrong. If you want the experience then you're buying a new car every 3-5 years no doubt. They really are just phones on wheels where the older ones aren't going to have the latest stuff and aren't built as well etc. All of these cars have pros and cons... after driving a Tesla the very thought of moving vents around with my hand is laughable (first world I know) but Tesla could hook a 20.00 kindle fire behind the steering wheel of the 3 and Y for a display and it wouldn't take anything from the car- it would give to it. I have scoliosis and the Model 3 seats are unparalleled by any other car yet they aren't cooled as the M50 is. When/if BMW battery tech and self drive tech is caught up you can bet I'll just be picking based on price at that point... and the seat because damn does my back hurt in any other car. GM was supposed to be the competition and I think BMW will be in the end and I do hope they build a new one from the ground up. These are exciting times indeed. I don't want to have to buy my car from a lunatic (Musk) if I can help it. :)

[@michaelrbodner]

@@E2_Hawkeye blind spot detection on the screen is useless. No one should be looking at the screen while changing lanes. The car can't change lanes on it's own unless you spend $12k for FSD or $6k for EAP ... 2 things I would never ever pay for again and of course only accounts for being in Autosteer anyway and I prefer driving. As for the vents... yeah it seemed cool in theory and was a wow factor 4 years ago, but now I'd rather just have vents that I could physically move exactly where I want them instead of guessing where the air will go. I guess I'm just over Tesla and I'm certainly over Elon Musk. I can't wait to not have anything that supports Elon directly.

[@E2_Hawkeye]

@@michaelrbodner It is simple adaptation, I find the screen to be far more useful than say my old Z4 and trying to see literally anything in my blind spot with the top up, I mean a purist wouldn't rely on blind spot detection on the mirror they would turn their head so at that point the arguments on that one are just useless. Trust tech here or trust tech there, either way you are trusting tech. Again though, the car will prevent a lane change. I've driven blind spot detecting cars and about the first thing I tune out (since it goes off when I'm not even trying to make a land change) is that system... damn thing is always flashing so as humans do, high level of alerts are ignored. If someone manages to get into an accident in a Tesla with blind spot safety measures engaged then we have another level of problems. The problem with the physical vents is that (for me) I'm always adjusting them depending on fan speed and how hot or cold my face might be and I've had many of those things break over the years when the Tesla system should probably break more but time will tell. It's a bar of air that runs the entire lengthy of the front of the car and with the heat pump is hyper efficient and doesn't need to be moved until you change seasons. I like cold air on my face in summer and warm air chest height in the winter which you can quickly set by creating a driver profile for seasons. It really isn't a "wow factor" as much as it is a better system of air flow, granted if you look at the Lucid and the fact they are using floor vents that fire in a straight line I think that's probably the best solution, I don't like cold feet in the winter and since the Tesla is doing a lot of the driving my feet don't live under the pedals and I've always thought that was a flawed design. Check out Bloomberg I think it is, they did a study of all car makers and their EV tech (focused on battery only), Tesla is theorized to be 10 years ahead of the next competitor which is GM for American car companies anyways- the Chinese are really good at this, something to actually worry about. The Model 3 is the most American made car in the world short of some custom order followed by the Y and as an American I like having a car company that FINALLY competes in the global market... dominates it to be more accurate. If you want a drivers car you want the performance 3, the ability to send 95% of the cars power to the back wheels or adjust which wheel gets what etc etc etc basically kills the M50. I think the BMW is great with how they've done the optional engine sound but even when you turn off all driver assists it is still assisting... I have 0 doubt that a Model 3 performance (which is the fair competitor at price) would destroy the BMW on track which is rather embarrassing. I am waiting for the ground up build, BMW is an amazing ICE car company but if an M badged car falls behind a Tesla 3 performance in 0-60 or top end speed (which is only like 130 lol) that isn't a reason for me to reward zee Germans with that purchase now matter how many ambient lights they stuff in there. I can link you a great review of the 2018 performance 3 vs the M50 and you can decide which one is better for being a drivers car or better yet, go out and do some test driving. BMW could slap some batteries in an E46 M3 and I doubt you could keep me away from it but so far they are IMO going to be in second place for a while- I should mention that GM is second for battery tech but I'm sure BMW will get there and get their prices under control as well. I'm with you on Musk but it is still an American company and as much as I love German cars (most of them) the fact I've found an American car that has a decisive advantage in driving enjoyment and everything that makes an EV great I have to differ to that option until BMW can make a similar claim or GM rolls an EV Vette. BMW also has "autopilot" it's just dangerous in testing and Tesla has the option to simply drive the car. Blind spot protection is on the base version in a system that intervenes assuming you couldn't be bothered to glance at your screen to see the blind spot camera show you that there is no car there.

[@rkgsd]

The lower trim eDrive40 is surprisingly quick considering it's rear wheel drive only. It would be interesting to get comparisons feedback from a comparable Tesla owner on that one too. The biggest difference is one having a dedicated EV chassis while the other is using the gas-powered chassis hence the transmission tunnel and extra weight.

[@BMWofFW]

I still have my 2019 Tesla and we have a stock eDrive40…. This is doable!

[@nikhilkalra1530]

I’m sold on your narrative BMW vs Tesla. Love it!

[@kvauto4956]

Here is my perspective. I've driven bummers for over 25 years. Actually ordered the i4 and waited forever. Pulled the plug and bought the model 3. I Ive this car have no regrets. If I pay over 50k for a car, I don't need anxiety driving long distance or looking for chargers. I drove 12 hrs with this car with no anxiety and complete comfort. The Tesla network is unbeatable and BMW has another 5-10 years before they can catch up. Long range is excellent. 350+ miles is great. One major thing missed by the sales guy is the rear space. Why make the electric in the I4 model and not the traditional 3? Big difference if you have kids. Yes. The 3 is minimalistic but you get used to it. You don't need 100 buttons to drive. You phone is your key. Quality wise..the BMW is more solid. But overall I love the 3.

[@BMWofFW]

Definitely agreed on the charging network superiority. I have two kids and haven’t had issues in either car for space, the i4 actually gave me a little more center room Than my model 3

[@rosswilson7713]

This is going to be my next car. I'll be getting out of my 2011 328i in the near future, and going electric with the 4 series. I'll be a part of the test drives coming up this weekend at Citizen's Bank Park. Can't wait! So excited. I just hope that charging the vehicle is easy, and that there will be many charging stations available in the very near future. Thanks for the video! :)

[@BMWofFW]

there are a LOT more around than most people realize!

[@Duggo-]

I have a 540i and this is the only EV that could persuade me to change. My i4m50 is now on order, they are drivers cars.

[@dvanurk]

I’m trading in my Model 3 for a 5 series Touring. I was so tired of the lack of quality in the interior..

[@tedeted12345678]

I have a 2020 M340i and ordered the I4 M50 last month. Looks like I was late to the party, so mine won't be in until around November. I gotta say, this is the best and most thorough video I've watched on the I4 M50 so far. Very happy with my choice now, as I've never ordered a car before.

[@BMWofFW]

Thank you... apologies for not being better thought out in how it's put together.

[@tedeted12345678]

@@BMWofFW I think that's what made your vid so good. Unscripted, just your honest thoughts on both. I was never really a big Tesla fan anyway. They are cool and all, but for me, not enough to compel me into seriously considering one. My M340i was my first beamer, so now I am hooked. The I4 M50 being electric was just icing on the cake for me 😅

[@simonwainwright1957]

I hope you’re right on November, I ordered my i4 M50 in California last year (after reserving it months earlier) and I still haven’t been told it has gone into production.

[@tedeted12345678]

@@simonwainwright1957 well that's disappointing.. I definitely can't extend my lease that long.

[@markuserbeldinger9674]

That‘s actually the biggest problem with the i4 it is too good and way more successful than BMW was planning. If you walk into a BMW dealer today you have to wait for a year. I ordered mine June 1st last year and my car is currently waiting at port for a ride to the US. Many people who ordered on the same day when BMW started accepting pre orders are not so lucky and have no idea when their car will arrive.

[@jellyd4889]

Appreciate you highlighting the differences. Thanks to YT for showing me your video

[@davidmilbourne8289]

Great video. Hopefully be in my i4 M50 end of May and won't be sad to see the Tesla M3P go. Agree totally the i4 is a drivers car,

[@HuyNguyen31096]

How much do you have to pay for that car including taxes?

[@dunphyjp]

@@HuyNguyen31096 I’d add how much insurance is too… teslas are insane to insure.

[@jhedin01]

I’ve ordered an i4 and I’m convinced I made the right decision. Long wait though. Thanks for a good comparison.

[@robp3431]

Great to hear from someone with real-world Tesla experience ! When 0-60 times wear-off, and you focus on comfort and usability, there may be better options......promising future !

[@adamf.8564]

0-60 seconds never get old, BUT your back and alertness definitely will thank you for the comfort on the long run.

[@wenshengding4394]

Well tbh the 0-60 in both the BMW and Tesla are equivalent so thats not even the reason but U have to take into consideration of the 20grand more for a bmw over the model 3 and of course if you pay 20k more u get better interior and better seats its like buying a 100 dollar sofa and a 2000 dollar sofa its different because the pricing is different

[@G82Watts]

​@@adamf.8564many people have said 0-60 times in eVs do get old. It's always people that also have other super fast sports cars that say it. The only people EVs impress are average Joe's that were never able to afford an actual fast car before. Speeding in an EV is like having sex with earplugs in. Only ur body feels it.(Except the terrible wind noise from poor sound isolation in teslas.) Real sports cars hit and fill ur entire senses. They excitement and feeling of a special occasion even when crusing and feeling the rumbling engine under u is just way more special. Plus tesla have 0 luxury. Nothing feels or looks expensive when ur in a tesla. Their boring exterior blob unaggresive designs don't turn any heads either.

[@stevehampton1130]

Great job on explaining the merits of each car! Tesla is a great car for what it is… However, I am with you, I prefer an actual driver focus car as well!

[@russellhoguephd7925]

I just traded model Y for the i4. The BMW is so much nicer (quieter, smoother, better range). Just no comparison. Tesla has two advantages: 1. charging infrastructure 2. Full self-drive autopilot. As far as the car goes, it’s not close. I have done several cross country trips with the Tesla and I look forward to doing the same test with the BMW.

[@rono33]

your "30% to go just 28 miles in the Tesla" makes no sense. Doing the math, that would mean you have a TOTAL RANGE of 93 miles. Either you're way wrong, or you need to warranty your Tesla batt which surely is under it's 8 year 120,000 mile warranty. Still like your vlog, but that 30 percent number is very misleading to viewers since most Tesla 3's and y's will have at least 270 miles real world range based on NUMEROUS KZbin tests. Just sayin

[@BMWofFW]

i've done the math too... but if i could provide screen shots of my conversations with tesla over this they would all say the same " we see no problem with your battery or performance" i legit think the ONLY way i would ever get the battery legit looked at is if my 100% charge range said 150 miles. I don't think any other tesla owner, at least that i'm aware of, is having this range issue that i am having. my best guess is the previous owner may have supercharged exclusively which will damage the battery. We've had Model Y long range traded in with similar (but not NEARLY as extreme) issues.

[@rono33]

@@BMWofFW ahh yes the all the time supercharging would explain it...BUT it's still under warranty...supercharing "too much" is not a warranty void / exclusion. and, that battery wear btw could happen to any make of ev including BMW etc. but there are PLENTY of long term teslas with over 300,000 miles with plenty of range left and KZbinrs who travel vlog using a LOT of superchargers. Don't take my word, you can check YT right here. Battery wear is real, but that battery is defective.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Thank you for the great comparison, it's a very helpful decision help if you want to decide between this 2 cars or even brands.

[@giocaporali]

Hi from italy. I bought in 2020 blu tesla model 3 long range awd after more then 10 years driving 5 series. In January 2023 a bough a white bmw i4 M50 because is a much better car! Tesla start the Revolution but bmw is a better electric car! Nice video and yes, I like to drive and not to be driven by the car.

[@haystackhider7158]

8:47 The "hump" on the back floor makes the car-body *much stronger.* Better to have it - than not have it.

[@Skyking6976]

Saying goodbye to our leased i3 on September 11th. Wanted to see what my next lease will be and…wow…so nice and yes was considering a Tesla at the risk of divorce based on the wife’s hatred of EM. Living across the river from Philly it seems like there’s a decent inventory of i4’s but few of the 35’s…course I only need one. One place has 16 i4’s and thinking MAYBE they can get me out of the lease early🤔

[@BMWofFW]

If you don’t need an insane range you could stick with the i3 mentality and get a MINI SE… more fun, better tech, city loving car :)

[@robc7563]

Thank you for this great comparison review. I currently have a Tesla model three, but I’m really liking the looks of this beautiful I 4. I find getting in and out of the three a little cumbersome sometimes with the steering wheel not adjusting my enough. What are your thoughts on entry and exit of the two cars? One better than the other?

[@focus_driv3n440]

Fantastic full in depth video, i sold my M4 and had my eyes on the i4 before the m50 was a twinkle in bmw’s eye. I bought the Tesla Model 3 and am very happy with it but i still like to really drive and miss the custom drive modes, functions and performance. Ive had 3 BMW’s and currently have the BMW S1000rr motorcycle as i trust their engineering especially on 2 wheels going 165. I stand behind BMW and may soon get the M50 as well. Keep posting videos as this video reinforced my thoughts on purchasing the i4 M50 🤙🏼

[@BMWofFW]

nice! i'm personally looking forward to BMWs smaller bespoke electrics! REALLY curious about a i2 M :)

[@ericg6084]

Talk about BMW precision pedal. I just watched Bjorn M4 50 test and it was over heating in the hot weather. It lost so much power even with the pedal pressed that a volvo wagon past it in the highway. Sad. Also, UI lag is so bad. Also, you can shut off sentry off in the Tesla, which BMW doesn’t have, does take power while parked. the heavier BMW does not take turn faster or stops less than a Tesla performance.

[@noah123466]

Great switch. I did the same. BMW is amazing

[@robyoungquist5803]

I just happened to come cross your review by surfing. I really like your unscripted review. Never apologize for it … it makes you come across as more authentic vs. a scripted advert. My neighbor has the Tesla 3 and has been driving me around until I decide which EV I’m going with (so far it’s Audi Q4). I sold my Camry (15 years and didn’t want to put $$ into her any longer). So back to neighbor’s TIN CAN TESLA. It’s ok I suppose but IMHO, it’s just a TIN CAN. It lacks fit/finish for sure. But hey for 30ish k and change, it will get my retiree neighbor to the grocery store and doctor appointments. Again, really like you style and pointing out the differences and also the fact that you qualified your opinions with “for me”. 😉👍🏻. I wish you could review Audi EV. I’d like your personal and BMW perspective

[@misty671]

Thanks for the comparison. 🇨🇦

[@MichaelSchmittBEN]

Maybe a little bit to negativ towards Tesla, but overall i agree. On 1. of august i get my i4 eDrive40 hopefully. The Driving is fantastic in the i4. Thats the main reason to go for the BMW 😎😎

[@CalmingAnxiety]

Ordered my i4 yesterday. Loved this review

[@BjrnRuthberg]

I agree with most of what you're saying. I have an i4 M50 on order, and it's for a lot of the same reasons as you. However I don't think it's more future proof than any bespoke EV. There's too many compromises for that. Backseat space being the most obvious. But what really bothers me are two features that a luxury car really needs that the i4 doesn't have. Sentry mode to protect the car from damage when parked outside my garage. That should be standard on any car. And the ability to drive the car one car length forward or in reverse from outside the car to make it easier to get in or out of the car if parked too close to another car. Much cheaper cars than this has that feature, and it's something that would be very useful. It might not be much of a problem in the USA, but in Europe the parking spaces are much smaller than they need to be for modern cars.

[@dunphyjp]

Apologies, I wasn’t clear in what I was saying. I meant ID8’s 5G based system is more future proof than my current teslas 2/3/4G basis. And in terms of insurance it’s cheaper to insure the i4 because of multiple shared components with the ICE versions.

[@dunphyjp]

And 1000% agreed on sentry mode, the lack of digital key plus in the i4 is a big letdown in my book. I’m hoping the LCI will fix that. Also Tesla’s app functionality with the car itself is much more comprehensive than bmw’s at this point.

[@BjrnRuthberg]

@@dunphyjp That is a fair point.

[@manuelteixeira2311]

I think with the optional Parking Assistance Plus, you can forward and reverse from outside the car. Is that true BMW of Fort Washington?

[@BjrnRuthberg]

@@manuelteixeira2311 Nope, to get that functionality you'd have to go for a 5-series or bigger.

[@motluv]

No Tesla has full self driving despite what Elon tells people to call the package they are paying $12k for. It is basically vapor ware at this point. The best feature of the FSD package that can be used right now is auto lane change while on auto pilot. The auto regen that was mentioned in the i4 sound interesting. One thing that wasn’t mentioned (I didn’t hear it anyway) is Tesla’s updates and that being one reason why there aren’t as many buttons.

[@motivationinc6415]

Ordered my Tesla model 3 ❤️

[@germainehenderson8070]

Thank you for this video! I'm a manual Mini driver (F55) on the verge of going EV and everyone keeps saying Tesla but I don't want to drive a computer, and I don't need my car to make fart sounds, lol. I think the 2023 i4 (or is it the 2024?) will be built from the ground up as an EV so I'm gonna wait for that model. Appreciate all your insights!

[@BMWofFW]

If you like MINI i say keep yours till late 2023 and get the Countryman EV. It'll be based on the iX1, amazing platform!

[@planb2504]

This video is definitely a must see for people who want to buy one of the two. The reason why bmw fit consumer better is bc bmw has been doing 'car' for almost a hundred year, where Telsa is so new in the market. I like this comment someone said Tesla makes 'electric car' where bmw make 'car' that is electric.

[@hardykornfeld1733]

We got an i4 e40 msport last October and put 11,000 miles on it so far. Over the period of ownership, which spanned more cold than warm months, average consumption has been 3.7 mi/kWh. I commute 150 miles once a week and the car can cover that while keeping battery SOC between 80% and 20%, even on 4 degree F cold days when efficiency drops by up to 25%. We love the car, though sadly when we needed to buy it, adaptive cruise and overhead video for parking where not available (wiring harnesses made in Ukraine - damn Putin!).

[@BMWofFW]

Thanks for the story of your ownership!!! yeah wiring harnesses were a real issue for a little there.

[@kathyrivas2403]

I love your review of these 2 vehicles!! I am currently awaiting the arrival of my i4, within a week or 2. Every time I watch these types of reviews, I am quickly reminded that I made the right choice for ME!

[@F.A-TUBE]

Whatever Kathy no one cares.

[@adrianbroome7236]

I bought a BMW i4 edrive 40. It is the BEST car I have ever owned.

[@BMWofFW]

if power wasn't a prerequisite of my brain i'd grab the edrive40! better balanced, and you can load it out otherwise identical to the M50 setup making it a BEAST in the corners

[@zandarrt1784]

Canceled my Tesla order and ordered the i4 sports model. Black on Black in Black. Can't wait.

[@BMWofFW]

Nice!!!!

[@tiagoagm]

Thanks for your realistic video. Really appreciated.

[@DES0MX0]

good review, but what you do forget to mention is that TM3 is available 1-3 months after ordering at your doorstep (or well pickup at Tesla factory). I am waiting for my i4 M50 9 moths already (!!) and still not seen the end of it yet. Meanwhile got a Tesla M3P and enjoying it a lot. Also 2022 Model 3 has many of the topics you mention completely fixed (powered tailgate as one example)

[@BMWofFW]

hahaha what i also didn't mention was i ordered a TM3P 6months ago, still haven't gotten it so i just canceled the order.

[@DES0MX0]

@@BMWofFW unlucky I guess. All EU orders come through really fast, especially on the P. But now hopefully in may my i4 M50 will be finally here

[@scottwalsh52]

I agree with a lot of your points but there are some advantages to a Tesla. My last car was a BMW 335 GT with the M package (2015). I LOVED that car. Best handling car I've ever owed and I currently drive a Tesla Model 3 Performance (2020). The handling and feel of the BMW was better than my Model 3, but not by THAT much.. maybe it's been too long since I drove the BMW and I've forgotten, but I don't feel like I'm compromising the driving experience with my Tesla. (My wife currently drives a BMW i3, that's what got me looking into EVs in the first place. Great car, just no range and the kids are getting too big to wedge into the small back seat. She has a Model Y on order). Without a doubt, the fit and finish of the BMW was/is better than what you get in the Model 3. Although Tesla is constantly improving that. You have a 2019 model 3, which does not have a heated steering wheel, automatic trunk (neither does my 2020), just to name 2. But those are now standard on the Model 3 if you get one today. The center console and some other interior finishes have been improved from the model you have. When I switched from my BMW to my Tesla, I definitely felt like the interior was a downgrade, although now that I've been in the Tesla for 2 years, when I get into a 'normal' car, it really does feel like there are too many dials and buttons that you quite frankly don't need and I don't miss. Just an example, I can do everything with my 2 scroll wheels on my Tesla that you can with all the buttons on the M wheel. (I do like the M wheel feel a little better though, best feeling steering wheel on the market). I've really gotten used to the minimalist design, I actually prefer it, but I would like the interior to be a little more premium feeling. You HAVE to get the premium connectivity with the Tesla. You are crippling it's capabilities without it. No traffic updates with the nav, no music streaming, etc.. etc.. etc. It's only $10 a month and well worth it. You haven't really had the actual Tesla experience. The biggest advantages of a Tesla over any other car are the over the air software updates, supercharger network, and dashcam. My car is better today than it was when I bought it. There are too many updates to list here, but trust me, a Tesla will retain it's resale value a lot better than a BMW. I took a bath on selling my BMW. Lost over half it's value in only 4 years. I could sell my Model3 Performance right now for just about what I paid for it, actually maybe more, and it's 2 years old and has 25k miles on it. All in all, whatever you do, get an EV no matter what brand. An EV is simply better than an ICE car, I'll never buy a gas powered car again. Just a side note, I've never noticed the backup camera being off center and I use it all the time. Maybe that is something that has been adjusted between 2019 and 2020. And you didn't mention the awesomeness that is Tesla's Sentry Mode and DashCAM, maybe you haven't been using it? To be able to see live video from any of the car's cameras with the phone app is great. (That is a more recent update and you have to have premium connectivity once again). And to be able to have footage in case of an accident, or vandalism has come in hand for me personally several times. This should be standard on all cars. I've also very rarely had any issue with my phone being recognized by the car to open the door. If it ever does not immediately recognize me, I just unlock my phone and it instantly opens the car. Great video in all, I do love BMW and I can definitely see owning one again once they refine their EV platform. A transmission tunnel in an EV and no frunk? Come on BMW, get serious. (I do use my frunk quite a bit, you just have to wrap your head around the fact that it's there. ;)

[@josefv-y8m]

The Transmission Tunnel is filled with Batterie and this avoids that your knees are in the face like in Tesla M3 in the rear seats...floor is deeper due to missing Batterie bellow your feet...and with this better knee angle. An Austrian thirdparty supplier produced a Frunk for ix3 and is currently developing one for i4, too. Cover gets removed and the Frunk can be added.

[@edofina20104u]

Excellent video comparison. I have a i3, just waiting to see if a two-door EV BMW is for sale in the future.

[@BMWofFW]

There are plans to make every car in BMW's lineup[ by 2030 have an EV version... so definitely expect an EV 2 series, 4 series, 4 series convertible, and either 8 or 6 series in the near future.

[@edofina20104u]

@@BMWofFW Thank you for the information.

[@johnmytroen6473]

Great video. We took delivery of our i40 last week and agree with your points especially fit and finish. We considered a M3 but after driving this BMW are glad we went this way. IONIC 5 gets great reviews but friends of ICE versions of Hyundai have had problems I just don't want to face with a high end vehicle.

[@BMWofFW]

Congratulations!

[@MegaDMan2323]

Just wait until you have problems on the BMW.

[@reidhester]

Hi John, Did you get the MSport pkg w/adaptive suspension? I've got an i4 on order and am on the fence about the Msport pkg as it's range is 30 mi less. Thanks for your reply.

[@johnmytroen6473]

@@reidhester it may sound strange but I don't think so. This Launch Edition has the ZOV-HEA Package which includes a lot of things but I'm not sure exactly what. It does have an M logo on the door sills and a couple places. I'll do some digging and see what's in this HEA package.

[@reidhester]

@@johnmytroen6473 If it's got the M logo then it's got the MSport pkg and 19" wheels.

[@carl9729]

It’s nice to have choice, love my model x and would never trade it for any BMW. The most important thing I don’t have to deal with the dealership which is alway a nightmare.

[@StarryTemplar]

Please answer this for me, thanks. Will the DOG scratch BMW interior?

[@BMWofFW]

My dog doesn’t? The sensafin interior of my car is much more resilient than the vegan option in the Tesla I had. They might have updated their material since then tho

[@alexj9719]

Bmw is quality 10/10, tesla is 5/10 Also bmw has ambient lighting and laser headlights

[@youtubuzr]

The i4 cockpit is head and shoulders superior to the Tesla. Basically, the Tesla was made to have as little as possible, with almost no consideration for driver usability. The BMW was made for the driver. What you need to see is right there in front of you, and you can configure it the way you want it.

[@quboguo2360]

One thing to note that the Tesla in video is a pre-heat pump redesign from 2017-2020(ish) the newer 2021+ models all have much better cold weather range. i4 is a pretty interesting product. BMW seems to have an interesting mix of models at the moment.

[@BMWofFW]

very true... id love to find someone with the newer heat pump AND LiFeP battery to do my range/efficiency test on. if you know anyone in the philly area willing to lend their tesla for 24 hours i'd be able to update it with the latest models. RWD would be the ideal to put against the nearly identical battery sized i4 edrive35!

[@AchilestheKing]

I am also switching now from M3 to an i4 🙈

[@BookemDanole]

I really like your playlist!

[@racekar80]

Maybe millennial love the order on line with no input from salesman, single screen with no dashboard, no stalks , super minimalist interior that is almost economy car standards, crap ride and suspension tuning. The Yoke! The only reason for a Tesla is range and charging network. I commute, charge at work and home, never need supercharging.

[@BMWofFW]

they've definitely gotten better with tuning the suspension... where i think they miss out is one touch mode changes, rather than digging into the display and changing each component over time.

[@Nsx234]

Excellent Review... You have a new follower.

[@fredericborloo1910]

Ok, I am with you on your praises of the i4. There is one thing which does annoy me about this review though. The 30 vs. 7 percent difference in consumption is misleading. I’ve driven both cars, own one of them and seen pretty much most reviews available on youtube. And then there’s … physics. There is no… way… in… hell… two cars with the same weights size and drag coefficients have a 4X consumption difference. The differences in consumption between the cars are in reality marginal. If I would drive one car home from work as hard as I could, leave the heating on with the windows open, leave sentry mode on all night and check the surrounding 12x, then preheat it with everything at max, and drive it to work the same way I did as I drove home, then nurse the other car back and forth, use minimal or no heating and use none of the peripherals,… then I still couldn’t produce such a difference. Please stick to honest facts. There is enough about the BMW that is appealing enough to sell itself.

[@georgevavoulis4758]

I feel the real reasons Tesla are popular is they were the first to build a serious EV with real good range and charging stations . But they are so expensive especially body damage

[@BMWofFW]

i'd actually argue the charging station solution was their biggest win, and speed of manufacturing. although that tends to show through in a lack of options, pricing of the options there ARE, and the always mentioned build quality.

[@franciscoalcaraz6677]

Long, but great and useful information on a great car.

[@madmikesch2453]

Alone the noise of closing the doors of the BMW is worth it.

[@af7567]

Tesla's fit and finish is just on average in my opinion. I prefer the bmw's quality finishing.

[@BonanzaPilot]

70k miles on my performance 3 and my cost to operate is about 2 cents a mile + 4 cents a mile in energy. The overall quality might not be great on the Tesla, but fuctionally I have never had any big issues with it despite driving it like I stole it. The EV BMW might be different, but I've never heard of a BMW making it to 70k miles without big issues. All that being said, if my car were totalled, I would make a trip to the BMW dealer to take a close look at the i4 before just ordering a new Tesla.

[@PHD2605]

I will receive my I4 for the beginning of the year your essay made me more impatient

[@BMWofFW]

HAHAHA glad to hear your eagerness :)

[@YuiZARA]

Love BMW ❤️ I drive 535i GT right now and going to order i4 e drive 40 next week. I would love to have m50 but having a kid. I don’t think I need it lol

[@syenosis]

I do think it’s a little silly to buy a now $50K EV and then not pay for the connectivity. $10 a month is only $1200 over a ten year lifespan for connectivity. BMW charges for both traffic data and connectivity, they’re throwing in a few years at purchase but that’s like $400 worth even if you paid for it outright which is nothing on a car this price. Honestly you should just be factoring this into the price of both vehicles. I do think BMW’s Apple CarPlay integration is great, but a lot of it only works if you use Apple Map. For example, if you prefer Google Maps or Waze it doesn’t show on the driver cluster which is a bummer. I’ve driven both BMWs and Teslas long term and both systems are great but you really should not be skipping out on the connectivity on the Tesla, that’s a big part of why you like the BMW system more, you aren’t really getting the traffic and map data or using streaming radio on the Tesla. The BMW setup is best if someone actually likes Apple Maps but in my experience Apple Maps will often take me to the wrong entrance of wherever it is I’m going. Like it’ll navigate to a service road next to a mall without an entrance to the mall and tell me I’ve arrived. The Tesla navigation system is better at routing than Apple Maps. Also, not sure about your commute, but if you’re losing a lot of range when the Model 3 is parked it’s likely because Sentry Mode is turned on, it uses a ton of power. But of course the one time I turned it off to save battery power someone scraped my bumper in the parking lot 😂 Anyways, I do think the i4 is great if you like BMWs and BMW interiors and don’t need to go on road trips like you said. Personally I’m waiting on a larger three row EV since both the Model 3 and i4 are too cramped for my family now.

[@BMWofFW]

i'm just saying BMW gives the connectivity for 4 years with a new purchase. so instead of forking out 4800 over 4 years you save that and then on top of that get the 7500 tax credit. so that lowers the price of the BMW all together by $12,300 over 4 years... really tightens the gap wouldn't you say? on top of that, having apple carplay and android auto makes you have access to traffic information for free as well, regardless of your app of choice (Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze, or technically ABRP too for EVs)

[@aloksn4u]

@@BMWofFW $10 per month, per year $120 and for 4 years it's $480. I think you added one extra zero.

[@dabulls1g]

Tough decision, i could save 10k getting the tesla base model…but the extra 10k gets you an ELECTRIC BMW. The ONLY other drawback for me would be the wait time for the i4.

[@BMWofFW]

you can always split the difference with a tesla Long range, or a Volvo C40 Recharge, don't forget that the i4 even eDrive40 still have the 7500 tax credit, so it's more of a 2500 gap instead of 10k.

[@teamflowerninja]

@@BMWofFW any idea on how long that $7500 tax credit will be applicable?

[@kevdroid]

These observations make sense. There's a reason BMW is called the ultimate driving machine. They've been designing vehicles for decades whereas tesla has only for a few years. The difference clearly shows.

[@RK-jc8oe]

Wouldn’t buy a Tesla if you paid me. For all owners of them…… drive what you like, and I think that’s great

[@lynx7575]

Any doubt to say BMW build better and amazing car

[@Trojan0304]

Thanks for breakdown with details. Thinking about EV s . Never drove one.

[@BMWofFW]

Definitely drive one! highly suggest shopping around, because you never know what may or may not light you up in a car ya know?

[@dhaynes325]

I enjoy my Model 3 LR. I disagree with some of your statements. The Model 3 is a driver's car as well. The only thing I feel that BMW has over Tesla is Apple CarPlay. The Tesla is sleeker and more comfortable in my opinion. I test drove several TVs and all felt good but the Tesla was better. BMW are cool nor big fan but i4 was ok. You're a BMW employee so you won't say on camera that it's not as good as any other car. I get it

[@BMWofFW]

i just tell it like it is... good or bad. I assume you at least have a new Model 3 long range so you don't have the preconditioning hit to battery life that i do. and yes the seats are comfortable... but not as adjustable so it doesn't work for every body type, also suspension is fixed in tesla so they rely on the seats softness to dampen your experience as a passenger, BMW uses adjustable suspension so you can tailor the car to your driving desire. And the main thing for those making the transition to EVs is it still drives like a normal car when you dont want one pedal driving, but you can adjust it with one touch of the shifter rather than going through your menu to get to that option in tesla. definitely agree with your statement that all EVs feel good... because for the most part the formula is the same. I'd argue the outliers are the Porsche/Audi Taycan/etron GT, Tesla's lineup in general (for packaging of their cars) and BMW because of their general formula and long history of electrification. .

[@dhaynes325]

@@BMWofFW I have a 2022 Model 3 LR

[@BMWofFW]

@@dhaynes325 Nice! i'm half and half on the new charging area for phones...it definitely looks better in my opinion but i like my older style cover so i can hide my phone or wallet in that area if i want to. what do you think of it?

[@BMWofFW]

@@dhaynes325 think you're going to get the acceleration upgrade?

[@dhaynes325]

@@BMWofFW yes I have it already and love it

[@dr_emmz]

Bro you hit the nail at the head for me, but I feel like there's more, another addition is the headlamps and taillights, of the bmw m50 is way better than that of the tesla

[@adamf.8564]

Why wouldn’t anyone? Because it’s better. You get more for your money.

[@Flow23]

BMW looks way better/serious on the interior, which is what I value the most as it's where I spend most of my time. The great thing that Tesla did is leading the way towards EV. But I think that car companies will now quickly get back on the market and will convince a lot more European customers (who have some kind of connection with the brands they use to drive) to go for EV.

[@williamsjayr]

Hi, I’m really enjoying your videos and unique point of view having owned a Model 3 for the last 3 years. I’m a current Model 3 Perf owner and am considering making the switch too. I test drove the i40 yesterday. The car has great lines, great seats, the tautness of build and quietness of cabin were absolutely top notch. I believe now that if I am serious I would need to look at the M option for the thicker steering wheel. All that being said I have a few questions and I can’t seem to find the answer and you may be the only one that would seem to know! 1. Is there an option that gives the I4 a power adjustable tilt and telescoping steering wheel? And… 2. I switched between Comfort and Sport Plus but neither seemed to make the steering more heavy in a sporting way. 3. I am used to Tesla and some other electric cars not moving if no pedal is being pressed, however with the i4 it would creep forward no matter what. I know there is the auto hold function, but is there a way to turn off creep more like a Tesla? Thanks again for the great content!

[@josefv-y8m]

Drove the i4 only for a short testdrive, but there is default a so called intelligent recuberation...it coasts if possible and brakes if there is a Car in Front of you automatically. But you can set it to one paddel driving, if you like, as indroduced with the i3...complete stop.

[@jahudini]

You can set the steering to sport if you want it heavy.....at least that's what I do in my M340xi and I believe they are on same platform.

[@sveng.167]

B mode activates non-paddle driving so the car does not creep (of you don't like the adaptive mode you could pick high too). Btw the Tesla steering is quite direct. Maybe the sport steering mode would satisfy your expectations - but I honestly doubt it ;-) That's the one thing where Tesla is superior in the driver’s experience.

[@feszty]

The BMW is just a better car. It’s designed and built better, it looks better, and it drives better.

[@pilotb18]

the only time i use the fronk in my model 3 is when i have food in i don’t what my car to smell

[@SlangJeezy]

This guy took 46 minutes to say he likes more traditional vehicle controls, works for BMW, and now that they make an EV, is getting a BMW. Shocking

[@BMWofFW]

…. You obviously haven’t seen my previous videos, so I’ll let it slide, this will be my 7th BMW… and 8th MINI.

[@jahudini]

Believe what you are trying to say is BMW is premium, luxury and simple at the same time, Tesla is not. I knew the moment the rest of the premium auto manufacturers get on the EV wagon Tesla will be left in the dust.

[@pilotb18]

great car, great review i own a tesla model 3, my opinion, if you are getting a $40k car, get a model 3, but you are going for a 60k get the bmw

[@BMWofFW]

Well since they lowered the price hell yeah the 3 is a great option! And IMHO it now reflects it’s actual price as a nice economy car, I’d still argue BMW is a premium car over the model 3,

[@cskahn1]

I too am coming from a model 3 to an I4. Mine is at the port in Germany waiting for a ship. How does Driver Assistance Pro compare to Autopilot on highways?

[@BMWofFW]

pretty equivalent, what you will see as the main difference is the Adaptive Regen option in the i4, and how it manages the distance control. Where Tesla has the leg up is it's ability to read and suggest a different lane for upcoming turns/nav. BMW at this point doesn't do that and is more driver focused on it's lane change styling, (meaning it will change and recenter in the new lane but it won't suggest the change, you the driver have to.) So it is more of an assistant rather than FSD.

[@vdb008]

You were good, man. Great explanation. 🇨🇦

[@gregmiller9957]

Thanks!...one more review making me comfortable with our choice many months ago to order the i4 and not the Tesla. In Canada they're very close to the same price.

[@melly2400]

I would have stayed with Tesla but the seats suck , as an athlete I need comfort and Tesla could give a rats ass about that. I’ve owned BMW all my life but wanted an EV. I’m going back to BMW now. I have a dog too and agree with the scuffs . How is the sound ? Or do I need the Harmon Upgrade? Thanks !

[@BMWofFW]

sound is decent for base system... but definitely suggest getting the HK upgrade.