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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.

2023 Bmw i4
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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
MakeBmw
Modeli4
Model year2023
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelElectricity

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG115
Highway MPG111
Combined MPG113
Combined MPGe29.832
Electric range256 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
City115 MPG
Highway111 MPG
Combined113 MPG
Combined29.832 MPGe
Electric range256 mi

Efficiency vs class average

i4113 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 258% more efficient than the i4's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$1,004/mo
Amount financed
$51,300
Total interest
$8,925
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5-year fuel cost
$11,523

$2,305/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh

Combined MPGe113
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA 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