2023 Bmw i4
The 2023 Bmw i4 is a compact car, rated at 113 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 113· 256 mi
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $57,000
- Recalls
- 7
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Bmw |
|---|---|
| Model | i4 |
| Model year | 2023 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Electricity |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 115 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 111 |
| Combined MPG | 113 |
| Combined MPGe | 29.832 |
| Electric range | 256 mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) | 113 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) | 105 MPG combined |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | 109 MPG combined |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) | 99 MPG combined |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) | 96 MPG combined |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) | 80 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 115 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 111 MPG |
| Combined | 113 MPG |
| Combined | 29.832 MPGe |
| Electric range | 256 mi |
Efficiency vs class average
About 258% more efficient than the i4's class average.
- Amount financed
- $51,300
- Total interest
- $8,925
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (7)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE22V944000 · 2022-12-20
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT23V026000 · 2023-01-25
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 and iX xDrive50 electric vehicles. During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Remedy: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE23V118000 · 2023-02-23
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, 330e, 330e xDrive, 430i Convertible, 430i xDrive, M440i, 2022-2023 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (ADL) function to not lock the doors as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY23V295000 · 2023-04-26
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles. The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT23V449000 · 2023-06-28
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE25V395000 · 2025-07-23
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V470000 · 2025-07-16
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
Remedy: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2023 Bmw i4?
The 2023 Bmw i4 is EPA-rated at 113 MPG combined (115 city / 111 highway).
Is the 2023 Bmw i4 reliable?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2023 Bmw i4. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Bmw i4?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2023 Bmw i4 costs roughly $2,305 per year to charge, or about $11,523 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2023 Bmw i4?
The 2023 Bmw i4 is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC