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2026 BMW i4 vs. 2026 BMW i5 Comparison

See how the 2026 BMW i4 and 2026 BMW i5 performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

i4 2026

Electric luxury cars

2026 BMW i4

$57,900 - $70,700

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i5 2026

Electric luxury cars

2026 BMW i5

$67,100 - $84,100

All Test Results
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About
About
The i4 is a low-slung EV hatchback that is based on a modified 3 Series platform. It's quick and agile, and has an impeccably finished interior. The 536-hp AWD M50 we tested managed 318 miles in our 70-mph highway range test, far exceeding the EPA's ...
 
The i5 is the all-electric version of the 5 Series midsized luxury sedan. The i5 M60 proved to be one of the best cars we've ever tested, thanks to its super quick acceleration, agile handling, and cushy ride. The single-motor, rear-drive i5 eDrive40...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Quick acceleration
Green Checkmark Icon Short dry braking distances
Green Checkmark Icon Sharp handling
Green Checkmark Icon Front-seat comfort
Green Checkmark Icon Impressive fit and finish
 
Green Checkmark Icon Absorbent ride
Green Checkmark Icon Sharp handling
Green Checkmark Icon Short stopping distances
Green Checkmark Icon Quiet cabin
Green Checkmark Icon Comfortable front seats
Green Checkmark Icon High-quality materials
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Cramped rear seat
Red 'X' Icon Complicated controls
 
Red 'X' Icon Distracting controls
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door hatchback

 

sedan

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

xDrive40, eDrive40, M60

 

M60, eDrive40, xDrive40

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$57,900 - $70,700

 

$67,100 - $84,100

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, RWD

 

AWD, RWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

electric (396 hp); electric (335 hp); electric (593 hp)

 

electric (389 hp); electric (335 hp); electric (593 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

1-speed Direct

 

1-speed Direct

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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