RIP Tesla Model 3! 2022 BMW i4 M50 Review

2022 BMW i4 review by The Straight Pipes. The BMW i4 M50 is putting down 536hp 586 lb-ft tq from 2 electric motors and a 81 kWh battery. At $87,035 CAD, would you take it over the Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Polestar 2, BMW M3?
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[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@a15bionic59]

How is this 8 hours ago what the hell

[@Alan-zc3nh]

Even for this one?

[@fjalics]

It doesn't make you nauseous because it's fast. It makes you nauseous because what you expect the car to do when you push the go pedal are not well aligned with what it actually does. It does not accelerate the same way a gas car does. If you drove it every day, your expectations would change, and you would no longer get nauseous. Of course, in a slow electric car, you don't notice it much.

[@Jo-lw5dm]

Honestly a huge fan of this, glad there are some normal looking electric cars, they don’t need to look insane or out of those world in order to be electric

[@CaptainCJ97]

Ikr

[@BogeyTheBear]

_(10 years from now)_ "Remember the electric car look from the early Twenties? Like they were trying so hard to be slick white spacepods? Now they just look dated..."

[@khoco8888]

I love how Yuri gets nuaseous from Jakub flooring it too many times

[@MySonicDragon]

Yeah! Take that, Yuri!

[@LogicalQ]

I get nauseous looking at that grille

[@rkalla]

Test drove one 2 days ago - walked away very impressed. The "acceleration sound" is legit and I loved it. EDIT: Dealer said orders are a year out :(

[@mbizozo6271]

Crazy the reception the i4 has had. When it came out people complained about the looks and how’s it’s not a ground up EV. But everyone else, the consumers seem to be liking it. I’ve read a lot comments about people going out driving it and ordering in almost every KZbin review.

[@tremainebrown2694]

@@mbizozo6271 I like that it looks like a regular model, all new EV’s look too futuristic and BMW is doing a good job with their models (i4, iX3, i3 Sedan).

[@rkalla]

@@mbizozo6271 full disclosure, if he hadn't said the waitlist was a year and it would have been a month or two waiting for the car, the friend I was with probably would have ordered one on the spot and I would have strongly considered it because I'm sitting here waiting for my cyber truck order for the next 19 years anyway. It really was a well executed car.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Check tsp.truecar.com for in stock ones

[@rkalla]

@@TheStraightPipes (slapping hands and arms) Get outta here YOU!

[@kshitijdixit413]

I just love this new i4 and I love u guys it is nice to see u guys reviewing EVs lately

[@nessuno5403]

🦫

[@archangelmichael8620]

I was at bmw dealership doing an oil change. The guy was so nice he said go take this car for a test drive. I drove the car, I love it and it’s super fast! It’s also very fun. Couple hundred bucks saving a month on gas is worth the money guys. I’m thinking about this one once my lease is over :)

[@anotheran]

Oh gosh, I've been waiting for this review from you guys!

[@brianmartyn5418]

Hi Jakub. Met you briefly at the Mobil gas stn in Guelph this morning. You guys do a great job. I've been watching your channel for 2 years now.

[@vishnuuad]

The reason for the vibration before launch might be to get the motor in it's prime zone or to get the drive train out of the static friction zone. Rather than start from literally 0 rpm. That way you have torque earlier.

[@3axap87]

Glad you guys liked it. Can't wait to get mine this summer. My favourite part is how it looks and feels as close to a normal car as you can probably make an EV.

[@mt2nv1]

You should check out the iPace. Much better reviews.

[@mt2nv1]

@@hunterrrdrives yes, I’m hearing good things about the i4 but the drive shaft tunnel, lack of frunk and shutter on take off isn’t a great sign of the thought put into it. Seems like a bag of compromises and bit a rushed to market.

[@ultrastoat3298]

I know what you mean Zach, when I got my first car, I too yearned for it to be as much like a horse as possible.

[@cthugha76]

@@mt2nv1 The drive shaft tunnel is housing the battery so the floor can be lower. In a Model 3 the floor is crazy high up in the backseat so it's very uncomfortable for tall people. And that shuttering is only when you use the launch control, ie not normal driving. Big trunk > tiny frunk.

[@mt2nv1]

@@cthugha76 no, the gear tunnel doesn’t house the battery. The battery is under the floor. The trunk on the Y is much bigger and a fairer comparison considering the i4 is a hatchback. Don’t get me wrong I’m glad they are in the game, but calling it anything other than a compromise is inaccurate. Imagine if Teslas shuttered on launch, the internet would be on fire! More acceptance of mediocrity from BMW fanboys. Haha

[@Simon-jq4fj]

Since u guys are hitting so many EVs at the moment, please review the Polestar 2. One of the most underrated cars out there rn

[@Gabelstadler]

Agreed 👌

[@alexanderlinares8375]

It needs apple car play though …

[@noahgoldowitz]

Harris loves his

[@UnknownGamer-uz5iz]

More like Overrated

[@TheBepo1986]

Is this so? In europe media it has good press already!

[@dragorocky]

This is only my second vid of yall’s. I’m hooked. Y’all cool asf. We subscribed!

[@1Raunchy]

The snowy scenery is just beautiful

[@noorghani5053]

Have one on order! Can't wait. Test drove at the dealer too and was beyond impressed.

[@georgelaflare]

I’d swap the front bumper though

[@michaelp.3485]

Whatever.

[@minbajunid]

1:21 those overwhelming faces...... turned on by the G force... gold!

[@raiboy79]

Great video gents. I think this is a great looking car and I would love to get behind the wheel of it. I would like to make a suggestion, though. Do not stop ranting about your charging situation. As a California driver, I do not have to deal with any of the charging issue you have to. This is not an issue with the car, it is an issue with the charging situation in your area. You and everyone there deserve better, but it will not get better unless people demand better. I think your rants will help the drivers in your area and help people invest in a better environment.

[@im.weasel]

This is the only EV I would consider buying so far.

[@RayNLA]

Well…what are you waiting for???

[@naratouzumaki]

Exactly me to

[@ukasz1002]

After 10 years driving BMWs, I was the same, here in Poland Tesla is nearly non existent- so i4 M50 all the way. Than I got EV6 for a weekend testing. There’s no way I’m paying that much for i4.

[@DarthChiropractus]

Same except I don’t understand how bmw said “screw adding a frunk- let’s just put our tech up there” Which I get because usually you have an engine anyway but it’s an electric vehicle competitor which I assume it means many people will find it strange when comparing to other EVs - I’m torn on it honestly because I live more storage and range and this doesn’t have either compared to its class

[@duanekeizs9951]

Good content guys. I’m a Tesla owner and made it to the end of the video. I’m just glad there are more EV’s options on the road.

[@RayNLA]

My sentiment exactly! I have two Teslas. The mission is being accomplished one day at a time

[@EhTalia]

@@RayNLA The BMW is a great car but.....I still wouldn't buy anything other than my Tesla Model 3.

[@RayNLA]

@@EhTalia I totally agree, but it warms my heart to see any EV. I’m in SoCal so I see them all on a regular basis. Some people are buying certain brands of EV’s because they can’t get a Tesla fast enough.

[@chuaskh]

I’m happy for now but capitalism thrive on one platform dominating another.. I believe US based companies continue to do that from Netflix to apple to amazon to google Facebook and hopefully one day tesla..

[@gianni_schicchi]

BMW has much better customer after purchase care and quality control in manufacturing. It's good for Tesla fans for these older names to be giving them competition to improve.

[@johnracy2871]

Interesting range of opinions on this thing. Honestly, I want to see more about the edrive 40.

[@Bmontepeque11]

This looks better than the normal 4 Series because the grille is deemphasized, and the headlights (which are a work of art) are emphasized! (Which is the opposite of the normal version of this big grilled BMWs)

[@EddyVerbruggen]

@TheStraightPipes, that inside camera (which is missing here) is possibly powering the gesture control feature. At least, that's what the manual of my 545e tells me.

[@charlestucker4778]

Yes... that is where my camera is at for the gesture control in my X5.

[@JackOfHearts42]

That sensor controlled regen breaking sounds super awesome! I really like the coasting on my car (when I let off gas pedal), but really like the idea of good regen breaking on an EV.

[@invictusprima4437]

The crazy thing about these cars is that KZbin doesn’t do them justice I remember looking at the Tesla 3 thinking that’s not that fast until I actually raced one on the street and those things move like crazy You Can’t even imagine how fast this or the S plaid move

[@opwanncanopie]

I test drove the i40 and it was amazing, but ended up going with a 330e like you mentioned at the end of the video. I think it's the best of both worlds, but I'm excited to see what's coming.

[@mattp.2508]

Bring back the box test! I miss it

[@mattspeer01]

Neat car, especially considering it is priced only slightly above an M340i but will actually cost less with the tax credit and is halfway between the M340i and a full M3 in performance. This would obviously be better if it were built on a pure EV platform, but is still fairly impressive considering what it is.

[@HaruHaruman]

Yes but the problem is that this one is ugly as hell to look at...

[@mattspeer01]

@@HaruHaruman It may not be the prettiest car on the road, but it is infinitely better than the amorphous jellybean blobs Tesla produces.

[@mtlll]

Tax credit only applies to EVs under 60k

[@brodon667]

That tax credit only applies to people who owe on their taxes. Most people get refunds that I know of…. and in that case you get nothing.

[@H0rseMac]

@@mtlll Ontario doesn’t have the tax credit.

[@RobinSingh-ox1wm]

Bmw actually changed the diffuser here because their exhaust tips are usually more centred compared to other cars so this one resembles a change in bmw

[@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.

[@davesax11]

Nice review. I was looking at the Kia (upscale Ionic) initially but the BMW drives way better. Would Conti EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06 PLUS work as all season tire on the M50?

[@JM-tn8xx]

One of the most Canadian cars ever made in that it honors the noble beaver.

[@phillyphil1513]

ROTFLMAO...

[@spicysnowman8886]

I can't unsee the beaver now...

[@jimwallace4164]

Opening track hits hard boys. Bravo!

[@michaelrbodner]

I'm on my third Model 3 in 4.5 years. Test drove the i4 e40 last weekend and ordered the i4 M50 on the spot... sadly a 1 year wait :(

[@TEVAssociation]

We are just testing the base i4 40eDrive rwd and truly believe it's a fantastic better and cheaper alternative to Model 3 SR+ !

[@chillcago]

I love this car and nearly waited to buy one just based on the hatch. I went with the Tesla 3 because first, you can't actually buy one... Also it's way more expensive, Also charging network is still trash, Range is still nearly 40 miles less and it's half a second slower. It's cooler but by far though.

[@MrCanoemountain]

Yes hybrids are great, able to carry around engine, motors, gas tank and batteries. Great for weight increase and decreased efficiency.

[@hereigoagain5050]

Matching graphic tee shirts! GQ moment. Love that snow fixed the ugly big useless grill. BMW's nameplate strategy matches its leading edge grill design.

[@johnz8112]

This car rocks! Love it!

[@jean-pierrebugat9691]

Hold camera hard button in the center console to trigger the drive recorder. Fastest way… by far!

[@misterdragzon]

Surprised how few people know this. It’s in the Drive Recorder settings…

[@TimeisReel]

I drove one, my 1st electric car. It is so "instant" fast. The regular public is "not" ready for this kind of speed. It went from a regular car to..."Whoa wait a minute !!!🤯". It's a different kind of speed !!!

[@sarcasmtraderable]

Guys, you should drive the regular BMW i4 edrive 40. I'd love to know what you think about that version. Always good to watch you.

[@Capslacka]

My biggest complaint with my model 3 is the driving position for taller drivers. It feels like in order to put my seat where it's comfortable for my legs, it's just slightly too far away from the steering wheel. If I sit close enough to the steering wheel, not enough support under the legs. Still worth tho honestly. BMW semi hatch is cool too

[@josephcitizen4195]

Did you notice the rear visibility? Is that the same as a reg 3 series?

[@Capslacka]

@@josephcitizen4195 haven't driven one unfortunately, but I can almost guarantee that it's the same as an ICE 3 series grancoupe

[@ZTFxC]

My dad literally keeps a swiffer duster in the glove box of his RS7.☠️Those glossy finishes😂

[@unlimited9789]

My mom has one in her 2021 X5 too lol. It’s definitely a necessity if you don’t want your interior getting dusty

[@FreshlySnipes]

I do too for my G80 lol. It’s a must.

[@bartekp7587]

What's a Swiffer?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Wtf. You're all crazy

[@FreshlySnipes]

@@bartekp7587 duster

[@teeheeyourmom]

was literally j wondering if u guys would make a vid for this one 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@memphisgoober]

I hate it when you have a front license plate! I'm glad I live in a place were you don't have one! Nice car and review.

[@dtemp132]

Man, EVs should be true to what they are. No fake engine sounds, no “shaking” the car in launch mode. I love my EV and embrace the ways it’s different from gas.

[@kristian6110]

so true like that "engine cover" is j corny

[@tavbovbo]

Couldn't agree more .. car manufacturers should stop trying to hold on to relics of the past and simply create a new future that leverages the things that make EVs special .. imagine if cars were built to function like chariots ?

[@varunaX]

i think the stat is 2 in 5 ev owners return to gas after owning an ev. they are prob trying to shrink that

[@jkclassy3643]

Gotta admit that Hans Zimmer tho…

[@joey69d]

Transition period. Gotta get the boomers on board with the change. Make it feel like a gas car so as to not scare the boomer in his/her (typically) antiqued world view.

[@baladataone]

Almost end of March and it still snows in Canada. 😘❤️

[@revaddict]

Probably recorded early March..

[@MrKevinWhite]

Toronto can get snow into late April :(

[@brodiwheeler7583]

11:25 there’s a specific body part that Jakub wants warmed up!

[@tommy516]

Great choice in music

[@Matt-wg9xn]

Everything I have seen is the non-M version is where it's at in the series even though it seems all the reviewers only get the M

[@texastriguy]

As a Model S owner, I can say the hatch is a SUPER great feature. Tesla missed something here by not going with one on the Model 3. This BMW has the rear hatch, plenty of performance, a robust feature list. If you tick MOST to ALL of the options, the price comes out to around $70-$75,000 USD. A Tesla Model 3 with most to all of the options (including the full Autopilot suite) is around $75k as well. JMHO, but for the same $75k, the BMW seems to be the better car. That said - some will note that the Tesla is a little bit quicker, perhaps faster around a track, and has much better range. One thing that stick WAAAY out is the i4 M50 weighs FIVE THOUSAND POUNDS. A Model S is 300 lbs lighter and a Model 3 is 1000 lbs lighter - that's a HUGE difference. Both the Tesla and the BMW are excellent cars for the money, but clearly have some notable differences that will be appreciated by different market segments.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Yes - thinking about the weight difference, mainly the M3 is empty, much less tech, if insulation very few of it inside, its basically a tin box compared to a real car which can make the difference if that important to you. I drove Teslas and they are very noisy in the cabin, if you don't care its for you. 500kg difference is a lot though, totally agreed.

[@giftmenoe9295]

The intro songs are fire lately 👌🏼

[@duncanli6927]

Fellow Tesla owner here and made it to the end of the video.....joking aside, I'm always a fan of your great videos. Would you say the i4 (non m50) is worth considering? Does that have the similar range? BMW is not clear on the differences.

[@nebula1863]

There’s no RIP for any Tesla until the charging networks can even remotely compete with the super charger network. Especially if it’s going to be your only car and you do more than just city driving. PS: I know the title was just for fun ❤️

[@hobear637]

15:53 this u?

[@Ramneek22]

These guys are slacking so bad, everyone else has reviewed the new Tesla already…yet they keep clickbaiting Tesla in the titles 💀

[@TheStraightPipes]

😘

[@jkclassy3643]

hehe

[@thierryvt]

Was really interested in getting one, but was not very interested in waiting 14+ months for it. Which is true for all the German electrics if we're being honest. So yeah, grabbed a model 3 that I only had to wait a month on and have been enjoying that. Maybe next time.

[@lukedevlin8073]

Thanks @thestraightpipes after watching and then buying a 440i on your recommendations, im now trading up for an i4 M50. Thanks again for the awesome reviews.

[@timpoortinga8184]

You guys are the best!! Plus you guys are Canadians!

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

With all the charging station infrastructure issues I don’t think I would buy an all electric car yet if it’s the only car in the family, yes if I had another gas vehicle.

[@voltspc9394]

Teslas charging is great, it’s only the CCS network that is difficult. Also only some vehicles have issues, rivian trucks seem to work amazingly on them, but mustang hates them and faults out every time.

[@aussie2uGA]

@Nicole Judy Yes, do you recommend Mr. Watson for investments? I think he has a WhatsApp number, right?

[@conchobar]

How often do you go on 200mi+ road trips a year? Otherwise, owning an EV is like having a personal gas station in your driveway. You'd rarely buy gas elsewhere.

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

@@conchobar we go on road trips twice a year and if the infrastructure is not dependable then I will wait, that’s why I have a new gas suv coming in July which will probably be my last gas vehicle and when I trade it in in 5 years the infrastructure hopefully will be better equipped. Have a great one 🙂🙋🏼‍♂️👍🏻

[@RussianBotLvl]

Tried to order this last year and wait time is almost 2 years lol. Buying a 2022 and getting it in 2024

[@yellowhammer3]

They are on dealer lots across the country 🤷

[@FRAMEDSKATEKREW69]

@@yellowhammer3 damn you must be Superman to know that

[@megaxboxx]

@@FRAMEDSKATEKREW69 or know how to browse the internet in 2022? weirdo

[@megaxboxx]

@@yellowhammer3 yes they are

[@yellowhammer3]

@@FRAMEDSKATEKREW69 yeah, go to any site that list new cars for sale and search for BMW i4. You can even get this identical car if you want

[@bladejames8208]

I know TrueCar is your sponsor but, have to let you guys know this. TrueCar will either give you a message "contact dealership for pricing" or it gives you a price, when you call the dealership they openly say "we do not honor that pricing". Just my personal experience with the last 3 vehicle purchases from 2020 - 2022. Reached out to dozens of dealerships prior to each purchase, using TrueCar several times and above was my experience.

[@khalilhenderson4082]

drove one, very and yes very quick as well. Did an autocross event in atlanta and man.... had me thinking about an ev ever since.

[@aneebaba06]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAS!!! My future car (mine is coming this summer, metallic Portimao blue with cognac interior with carbon fiber trim)! Yeah, I will miss the 1-8 hard buttons with the touch preview - wow, I think you guys are the first to like the petrol-to-EV shared platform. So happy that it's Jacob's favorite so far!

[@TheStraightPipes]

👌

[@aneebaba06]

Got mine on Feb 17. Enjoying it. But the black M sport seats - don't have those, just the regular ones in Cognac but still comfy. Still haven't tried the launch control. No where safe to do it / haven't had time. But even rolling into sport boost is something. I'm glad we don't get the side M badges. Thankfully my apt has Level 2 chargers, so that's been great. Just need to get a NEMA 14-150 plug installed at my mom's house since I drive down I-5 a lot to visit.

[@Matt-wg9xn]

This is not the first reviewer to mention getting motion sickness in this; carwow and a couple others have brought it up. Super interesting trend.

[@RayNLA]

It’s a real thing.

[@vc7142]

Does this car support apple carplay secondary display function on the the main instrument cluster like in some VW/Audi vehicles? E.g. for map directions. If so, would love to see you guys test it out in this one or any car!

[@gollumxonpc5162]

It shows map directions in your HUD or Instrument Cluster, even if you use Apple Maps/Google Maps for Navigation if that was your question

[@doomsday9973]

yes it does

[@vl4d1sl4v]

14:11 / is that factory panel alignment? hope not

[@voltspc9394]

When you spec one out that’s comparable to an M3P it’s 10-15 grand more, your getting into LR model Ss at that point. Don’t forget that you have to add everything that M3 comes with standard, parking sensors, heated seats, etc.

[@julienjjj]

There are no option on this model. The M50i comes with everything, go spec one out on BMW website... only options you have are colors and wheels.

[@voltspc9394]

@@julienjjj uh no, I literally just specked out a bunch of stuff, parking sensors, heated seats, LKAS+ACC

[@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726]

A straight up lie.

[@Hunterdietzman]

@@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726 He's not wrong, literally go look for yourself.

[@Hunterdietzman]

Agree, i have a M3P, can't imagine paying 15k more for a car that has better build quality, but is still slower, doesn't have autopilot, etc.

[@KC-bv9kf]

What’s the delta on the true cost? Exactly. Apple to apple, please.

[@desertedham37]

i'm gonna get one of these. next year probably

[@t1328]

Good review.

[@D4LM4R]

#1 reason I bought a Tesla is the charging options outside the house, it’s horrible out there Great review

[@Aggressive_Splooge]

It's horrible out there for tesla or for other Evs?

[@aussie2uGA]

Agreed, even in 2022, there is nothing that works as well as the Tesla Supercharger network.

[@Hunterdietzman]

@@Aggressive_Splooge What do you think buddy?

[@err7273]

@@Aggressive_Splooge you need to re read what he said

[@pedramariaei-realestateser4205]

@@Aggressive_Splooge it's horrible everything else. The Tesla Charger Network is legit.

[@stanky757]

If anyone is curious about this vs a model 3 performance, carwow on KZbin did a drag race video. Neither is slow, but the m50 is faster

[@mr.t7274]

"so what exactly happened?..." -Mat Watson somewhere

[@SlangJeezy]

The model 3 performance was the slowest it ever performed vs the i4 drag race than in any other carwow video. Numerous videos from carwow have the Tesla clocking the 1/4 mile at 11.7 and 11.8. The Tesla has never done 12.0 in any other carwow video. Run what you brung, that’s fair, but the model 3 performance is faster than 12.0 1/4 mile, and definitely faster than the 11.9 the i4 put up. Additionally, the model 3 performance from the head to head video comparing it to the i4 is a different car than the one used for the drag race comparison. I wish carwow listed state of charge with their electric car comparisons and drag races.

[@bryjb10]

I watched the entire video not sure if you did. The BMW is not faster. It arguably comes down to the driver.

[@hemantchawla3461]

Tesla fanboys are still burnt. The simple fact is that model 3 performance is faster to 62 mph (100 Kmph) and i4 M50 is faster to 124 mph (200 Kmph) these can be confirmed with the GPS certified data from AutoTopNL End of story.

[@bryjb10]

@@hemantchawla3461 not end of story. Your missing it. no one is burnt again I said it comes down to the driver in a drag race. The BMW however is 768 pounds heavier. Let’s see what it does with a corner involved! BMW had to stuff more battery to get 45 miles less range! BMW is still 10 years behind in battery, motor, BMS technology not to mention software sucks. If Tesla wanted to make the model 3 performance faster they clearly can. For the record I was a BMW fan boy way before I was a Tesla fan boy. My first car was a 1973 BMW 2002tii. !!

[@TJSlatch]

Hi @yuri have you checked the ChargerQuest for charging the vehicle? Are they working in Ontario

[@TheStraightPipes]

Nope what’s that

[@tottibast6747]

loving the datejust

[@TheStraightPipes]

🥰

[@Ethan_ball_group]

Looks like a normal car!! I love it. I'm not a big fan of other electric cars that scream "look at me I'm electric!!!"

[@dusty-vo8gh]

This bimmer is so scared to look like an EV that it kept its bumper exhaust cut-outs.

[@a-don13]

you should look at the model 3 then

[@espencapable]

You mean: "Look at me! I am efficient!"

[@Dark_Vader888]

So dumb, so you prefer the big ugly pretentious look at me Im a BMW and Ive got the grill to prove it look?

[@tsmatthx2]

@@a-don13 that makes no sense

[@purplepants491]

I like how this EV looks like a normal car and not some futuristic concept

[@lucasokeefe7935]

2:26 - BMW reaction to the driver wanting to use the turn signals

[@nanterre38]

I made my right configuration on BMW website to change my model 3 Performance (2019). 95k€ properly equipped... 2400kg. I ordered the new Model 3 Performance 2022, 58k€, 1850kg. Even if I4 is a good EV, it's too expensive according my needs. 95-57= 38k. With this amount I paid a Renault Zoe to my wife...

[@PaulHo]

Don't care for this car, but I love seeing the progress of those houses under construction.

[@lwwells]

I'm in Germany. Even in Germany I have yet to find somebody that prefers the i4 over the model 3.

[@akira28shima32]

It’s the technology!!

[@wimprezax]

Same reason no one bought N98 Nokia instead of iPhone.

[@lwwells]

@@wimprezax Which one is which?

[@wimprezax]

@@lwwells LOL N98 is the BMW, Tesla is the iPhone. Nokia N series were the top dogs on high-end phones, and they were the M3s. Until iPhone showed up.

[@lwwells]

@@wimprezax I agree. The main criticisms I’m hearing of the i4 is that you can tell it wasn’t developed to be an EV.

[@ONI1013.]

Some I’ve heard the m50 car drivability was a little squirmy when pushing it, even with the stability control on. Is that your experience??

[@dewpope3167]

Mine is in assembly / QC right now!

[@anthonyb3155]

In my opinion I’d still say the Tesla performance is still better…. UNTIL they can match range. Right now Tesla says 315 compared to 270. That 45 mile difference is drastic when the charging network is still garbage.

[@ragweedmakesmesneeze]

I agree with you regarding the charging networks, but I'd be cautious when comparing other EV ranges quotes to Tesla range quotes. In multiple real world tests, Tesla range QUOTES, using EPA estimates, tend to be the most optimistic, whereas other vehicles' range quotes tend to be more accurate. Fortunately for the consumer, there's plenty of real world range testing to be found.

[@anthonyb3155]

@@ragweedmakesmesneeze I absolutely agree, unfortunately tesla does try to fudge numbers a little. We already see that with their 0-60 times using the whole rollout subtraction thing. The range really does become an afterthought to all the arguments comparing electric cars. Simply due to other car manufacturers having a terrible time with building a reliable infrastructure. One good source for that was MKBHD do the test with the Ford Mustang Mach E, a gas Audi, and a model S. Let’s just hope we all can get a nice reasonably affordable electric car with these gas prices going nuts. Lol

[@vincec5251]

Test drone one last night at my dealer event. I used to own a Model 3 and I can tell you the i4 M50 is hands down way better than the Model 3. However, the price reflects that. It is a little pricier but I think very much worth it. Bravo BMW

[@minso8164]

How exactly is it better? It weighs 400kg more than a Model 3, is slower in acceleration and vmax and way more expensive. Total loser if you ask me.....

[@vincec5251]

@@minso8164 have you driven one? Also, BMWs range is dead on accurate. No parasitic loss like on the Model 3

[@minso8164]

@@vincec5251 yeah I went for a test drive. Quite underwhelming. The weight difference is very obvious. As is the price difference. And the driving assist was terrible in comparison to Tesla autopilot. In my book, it would have to be much cheaper than the Tesla to be a considerable alternative.

[@vincec5251]

@@minso8164 to each their own. I rather have German luxury than a Tesla now that this is out. Still love Tesla’s but I feel more at home with BMW. Enjoy!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

​@@vincec5251 Much more solid, much more expensive feeling car. Way better ride quality. It's not all about numbers with cars.

[@JJJosh949]

Isn’t the forthcoming new electric 3 series (i3) the appropriate competitor?

[@honeytgb]

2:02 Good lord! Car poltergeist sighting!!!

[@DannerBanks]

I wanted to love this car when it was announced, because I am sure the driving experience is superior to a model 3, but the 270 miles of range and the 3.9 sec 0-60, for MORE money than a Mach E or a Tesla. Non starter

[@IReahpZz]

On top of all the performance failures and lag in an ev like it's insane 😂 people tarting these up just is upsetting. I want more real competition.

[@wayward03]

I'm sure it comes with all it's brake pads installed and all 4 tires matched. Not to mention panel gap is probably less than an inch. Tesla literally only has power and charging network. Everything else is worse. Does seem expensive though.

[@IReahpZz]

@@wayward03 love people that pull a small group of issues and place it upon every car that manafacturer will make. Hope this BMW doesn't have electrical failure, engine failure off the delivery dock ,paint swirls, and overcomplicated engineering for something as simple as a 12v battery since we are pulling straws here 😂 this BMW falls short of the model 3 in range, performance,steering feel ,price and charging ability. This car isn't a ground up ev and it shows. Many reviewers have said the same in this comparison

[@wayward03]

@@IReahpZz I highly doubt the Tesla has better steering feel. The rest are fair points but I can't respect a company that delivers cars with missing parts, chunks of wood for parts or mis matched tires. Not to mention shit that doesn't line up, upping the price after pre ordering , having the cancel a car when issues are requested to be fixed. The number of problems with Teslas is longer than FIAT.

[@espencapable]

@@wayward03 If you still think Tesla delivers cars as they did in 2018, I feel sad for you.

[@cupcake0190]

Wow 1” larger rims costs you like 60-70kms in total range.

[@Raytracer111]

Duh yes

[@unkchaos2007]

I did that with a normal gas car from 16 to 17 and now I can't get average of 600 km fuel range, sits at 450-500 kg range... So yeah... it cost energy rotate larger mass

[@spicysnowman8886]

Another reason not to put big heavy rims on your car

[@SpyceySalad]

Jakub making a hole with his hands really drove home the point he was trying to make lol

[@Any4cards]

I had it for a day and it is miles better than Tesla Model 3 Performance. It feels complete package, fast, luxurious and I had so much with it. Cancelled M3P order and made order of M50 instead

[@Frosticus453]

As I understand it this car has less range, charges slower, has less acceleration in most circumstances, and is slower through corners due to the massive weight discrepancy. That said, it is a nicer car. Just depends on what you want from an EV I suppose. I find the range on my Sr+ to be adequate, but would like a bit more on trips where you end up running sentry, or dog mode for periods of time that end up sucking down the battery more than the pre-planned route had you believe. So in that regard this BMW would likely disappoint for the price.

[@Olis4897]

Not to mention all this and it costs more than a model 3. I'm happy the panels align lol and the interior is superior in terms the infotainment system, and the seat ergonomics and comfort, but you can't discount the fundamentals of an EV and the fact that Tesla has driver assist.

[@Da__goat]

@@Olis4897 Yeah, this doesn’t kill the Model 3, in fact, it actually acts as a better sales pitch for Tesla because they can say that their competition is still nowhere near their entry level models

[@jrherita]

Agree - there's a lot of tradeoffs here though it may be worth it for some people. It also has front wheel drive biased AWD (torque steer), the i4 costs more, has increased braking distance, less software included. There's also the "sleeper" Model 3 - Long Range with the acceleration boost which is even better value.

[@tsmatthx2]

@@Olis4897 bmw has auto GPS data actions rip

[@tsmatthx2]

@@Da__goat it's literally better in every way lol

[@shaboiisaiah]

i own a 2021 Model 3 (and love it!) but i wouldnt mind test driving one of these and seeing how it compares. I have no complaints with my model 3 however I did drive a 2019 model 3 and it was night and day difference! Lots of improvements over the years from tesla where I wouldnt even consider older model 3s to be the same vehicle as the newer model 3s. Much better handling, build quality, and fit and finish.

[@sahibharika8]

electrify America is getting much better here in the states. Hopefully VW starts doing a bigger rollout for Electrify Canada. We got a lot more 350kw stations off the highways and consistent 150 kw stations getting more reliable

[@dylanw890]

This is a great car! I saw one of these at my local bmw dealer and the screens are pretty nice. Not sure why they made the interior of the iX so ugly.

[@ChristianLeeTri]

Beauty machine. That tire stretch tho. One pothole and you'd be stranded.

[@joseorta924]

It is really odd seeing a BMW "sedan" just in pure "mute" and not making good 'ol inline twin-turbo v6 or v8 power/noise 😥, I think the electric car sting and the fact that the future is going to be all like this just hitted me, especifically seeing this whip

[@pherron7471]

I watched an electric car meet and that was lame. It was quiet though. No stupid ass rev battles so that was nice.

[@labornurse]

@@pherron7471 I could totally imagine an electric car meet or show being very boring. But I am a rear drive, v8 kind of girl.

[@pherron7471]

@@labornurse I know your people, I live in Texas. Lots of those in these parts. LOTS. Lol

[@philippe146]

It's funny you have Such a hard time with charging two weeks. I went from Montreal to Toronto with no problem, Montreal I never had one problem charging up my E-Tron Maybe it was charging slowly because the battery had to heat up 1st

[@sidthiru1509]

Please drive the plaid!! I really want to see the launch reaction!

[@TandemDawgBMG]

Hey Jakub, a little pro advice, the rear stepping out and wanting to "go down the hill before the front" is called rotation, that means the rear tires are being overloaded before the front and therefore causing the car to turn without fully oversteering. That says more about the suspension setup of the car than the Regen.

[@FutureKLX300SMowner]

Well if regen is causing it then I think it says something about the regen. If the regen is more aggressive on the front motor then it will cause the rear to step out no?

[@georgegalanis2245]

Pretty sure what he was talking about was when he would lift off the accelerator pedal going down a snowy hill, the agressive regen braking would cause the back end to slip and step out. Other EVs have this issue, particularly the RWD models (who litteraly can't regen the front wheels) and some AWD ones as well. It has little to nothing to do with the suspension setup and everything to do with how the regen is calibrated.

[@georgegalanis2245]

@@FutureKLX300SMowner it's actually the opposite, it is likely doing too much regen with the rear motor causing it. Already going downhill makes the weight transfer more towards the front, slowing down adds onto that effect. So you end up asking the axle with the least amount of grip to do most of the braking.

[@Minace141]

I would actually consider getting a BMW electric car lol. BMW cars are really nice once they dont have a BMW engine under the hood. Electric cars might be the best thing to happen to car companies like BMW and VW. Because all of them start anew with engine reliability I think. Sad to think I have these thoughts considering the M in BMW stands for Motoren (Engines) xD

[@aussie2uGA]

I’m right there with ya. I’ve only bought BMW’s for the past 20 years but really got tired of the constant maintenance to keep them running right. If BMW has similar technology in their motors and batteries as Tesla, then it should be a great reliable machine.

[@NS416]

LOL, the engines in BMW’s are one of the most important aspects of the car. What are you talking about?

[@hassanger8128]

The most important thing that makes me addicted to BMW is their marvelous engines.

[@Minace141]

@@NS416 I owned three BMWs so far. A E46 320i (2002) automatic sedan (bought in 2007) never left me stranded, but every freakin bit and bob made of plastic broke on that thing. To be fair, it lasted longer than the other two, but was a headache to put alot of miles on. An E87 120i (2011) needed a new engine a little past 100k miles (bought it with 60k) because things in there tore itself apart and overall was terribly unreliable in almost every regard. My F30 320i (2015) bought in 2017 had to visit a shop like thrice a year. Every bloody time the BMW-mechanic told me "its a common problem". I will grant them the engines "feel" good in terms of power delivery / smoothness, but in my experience they are terribly unreliable. Not even compared to Toyota / Lexus, rn im driving a freakin KIA and except maintenance it hasn't had a hiccup in the last 5 years.

[@dhruvb38]

Auto Regen is weird. My EV6 has it too and it's based on traffic as well. Just can't drive not knowing when it's gonna increase regen

[@FinalVibes]

Lol @ Golf R. So many other parking spots were available...