BMW has released new images, a new video and fresh detail of the BMW BMW i4 electric saloon ahead of the car's unveiling later this year.
The latest official shots of thinly disguised prototypes were taken as part of BMW’s final phase of dynamic testing of the model, which is closely linked in design to the yet-to-be-revealed 4 Series Gran Coupé.
BMW claims this fine-tuning will ensure “that the spontaneous power delivery of the electric motor is combined with precisely controllable handling in every situation, fascinating cornering dynamic, optimised traction in all weather and road conditions and perfectly balanced ride comfort”.
The i4 will get its own damping system design to reduce “dipping movements of the body” under acceleration or braking. An “actuator-related wheel slip limitation” system aims to boost traction and stability, too.
UPDATED: BMW i4 electric saloon shown in near-production form
BMW has also confirmed that the i4 will make use of its fifth-generation eDrive system, which is also being used on the BMW iX3 and the new flagship BMW iX SUV.
BMW claims the 523bhp motors will allow for a 0-62mph time of around four seconds. The firm says output has been chosen to mirror the power of a V8 engine in current BMW models and claims the set-up will offer “outstanding performance characteristics and exceptionally high efficiency”.
The latest eDrive system is built around a modular system featuring the electric motor, transmission and power electronics in a single housing, which, BMW says, means it can be used for a range of different models and power outputs. The i4 will feature an 80kWh high-voltage battery pack that weighs around 550kg and gives a claimed range of around 373 miles. The battery can be charged at rates of up to 150kW.
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Obviously you have a bigger appetite than us, do you agree that cars should have a grill, even EV cars?, we all don't like what each like, that would be boring, but we nearly try to be polite.
Maybe I'm biased here, but this looks a bit more interesting, but, each to there own,and, that should be enough to satisfy all of us.
This is an amazing news
BMW has released new official shots of the i4 undergoing winter testing, it's a amzing news as soon I read the news I couldn't wait to come and see it here on AutoCar