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Originally Posted by Germanauto
Only EV I'd consider...if I were forced to buy an EV.
With that being said, 5000 lbs LOL. I'd imagine price will be pretty much in line with the M3. So save for the convenience/cost savings of charging at home, what possible advantage does this offer to the enthusiast over an M3?
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I suppose it depends what you mean by enthusiast. If you’re looking for some lightweight track machine full of feel, this isn’t it. I think there are people out there that can appreciate the engineering and breadth of ability in a car like this though. Indeed it’s more of an appliance, but I’m not so sure that’s a bad thing. My beloved dishwasher is also an appliance, I’m not out here trying to hand wash every cup and bowl lol. Ease of use counts for something, and a car like this can tick a lot of boxes. I’m trying to decide between an M4 and i4 M50 myself, and seeing the stop-sale last week for S58 bearings was a reminder to me that my i3 has been the only trouble-free BMW I’ve ever had. I assume the i4 will be just as reliable but who knows at this point.
To me personally the biggest advantages the i4 has are running the AC/heater remotely anytime without starting the engine, no trips to the gas station, price, and (presumably) reliability. If you already have a fun/sports car, these are great qualities in a daily tbh. Jury is still out on comfort/ride quality
Still leaning M4 at the moment but it’s a tough choice