Certified CenterUpscale and sporty designs meet practicality and zero-emissions driving in the BMW i4 and BMW i5. But do you know which one is right for you? Karl Knauz BMW in Lake Bluff, Illinois is happy to help you find the right match. Take a closer look at what separates these two high-performing BMW EVs today.
Performance Differences
The BMW i4 is available to Lake Forest, IL, shoppers in four different trim levels. The standard model comes with rear-wheel drive and a single electric motor making 282 horsepower. The next rung up, the i4 eDrive40, offers 335 horsepower. xDrive all-wheel drive and 61 horsepower are added in the i4 xDrive40. For those that need the most performance out of their EV, the i4 M50 uses dual motors and all-wheel drive to produce 536 horsepower and zero to 60 mph times of just 3.7 seconds.
The i5 eDrive40 is the standard i5. It uses rear-wheel drive and a 335-horsepower electric motor to sprint from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. The i5 M60 turns the luxury sedan into a rocket ship, using dual motors and all-wheel drive to generate 593 horsepower.
Design and Style: BMW i4 vs. BMW i5
The BMW i4 features a new interpretation of the iconic BMW kidney grille. A vertical orientation and narrow headlights give the car a sinister look. By contrast, the i5 features a more traditional kidney grille and larger headlights. Both feature a sloping fastback design, but it's more pronounced on the BMW i4.
Both can get more aggressive looks courtesy of M Sport design. It adds 19-inch alloy wheels, an M steering wheel, Shadowline exterior trim, and more. The i4 offers more of an extroverted look, while the BMW i5 offers classic BMW refinement.
Space and Cargo Areas
The BMW i5 sits two inches taller, over ten inches longer, and two inches wider than the BMW i4. That means it has a lot more room for passengers and cargo. But, since the BMW i4 has a convenient hatchback design, it might allow you to fit bulkier objects in easier. Both models offer fold-down rear seats, so you can still haul long equipment like skis.
Both vehicles have ample space for up to five passengers to ride comfortably along the Lake Bluff, IL, roads, but the BMW i5 offers superior front and rear headroom and legroom. It bests the BMW i4 by an inch of headroom in the front an inch of headroom and over two inches of legroom in the rear.
Modern Tech For Your Libertyville, IL, Commute
The BMW i4 and BMW i5 utilize the latest iDrive software, including voice commands, built-in navigation, and configurable driving modes. A curved display on the dashboard provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. Staying safe on the roads around Gurnee, IL, is easy, too, as both come standard with Active Driving Assistant and Park Distance Control.
But, the BMW i5 offers several futuristic features you can't get on the BMW i4. Augmented Reality integration, Natural Interaction (including gesture and additional voice controls), an interior camera, and a Sky Lounge Roof are just some of the incredible features you can find on the BMW i5.
Find the Right BMW i4 or BMW i5 at Karl Knauz BMW in Lake Bluff, IL
Whichever electric BMW fits your lifestyle best, you will find the perfect example when you shop for your next BMW EV with Karl Knauz BMW. We make it easy for shoppers around Kenosha, WI, to find a great deal on a new electric vehicle. But you don't have to take our word for it – browse our new BMW i4 inventory or learn more about the BMW i5 today. We can't wait to see you behind the wheel.