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i4 M50 Goes 3.62s 0-60 and 293 KM Range in Carwow Review
Featured on BIMMERPOST.com 0-60/3.62 seconds 293 KM of Range w/ Matt driving stein_325i + Car & Driver https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...-i4-m50-drive/ |
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So they really made sure it wouldn't be faster than the new M3/M4 (0-60)
They could have easily made this faster to compete with model 3, but can't have a less expensive model faster than a M3 Full blown i4M with let's say 700+ hp and in its own platform weighing 4500 lbs or so would be amazing. Makes me think that's what they are waiting for. Next gen when they can get weight down they will do it. |
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He does actually say 293 miles, but I think you are right on the math that it would be 293km. Interesting note on the official numbers of the different wheel size. It shows how ridiculous manufacturers insistence on larger and larger wheels actually hurts performance vice increases.
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All the germans have been under reporting mileage so, if 293 is correct, wouldn't be a shock. |
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https://www-caranddriver-com.cdn.amp...c-prototype%2F I don't think any EV at this point would hold up to the M standard. It would weigh too much, be handling and cooling compromised. Plus this isn't even a dedicated effort as this underneath is the 3/4 series with the ICE motor ripped out and replaced with EV tech, based upon last generation tech. |
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I bet they also left room in the tank for improvements over the car's lifecycle |
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Great car but Tesla M3 is better in my opinion
If you've ever driven a Model 3 you'd know it feels like more than just a car but more like an extension of our phones. I was hoping when BMW/MB/Audi started rolling out with their full EV's they would take some ideas out of Tesla and how the car can still entertain you without moving. You know, the fun quirks and gimmicks. It doesn't look like this car will have that just basically an electric 340GC. For what's probably gonna be $75-$90k USD ill keep my Model 3. The Quality in Tesla will improve with time (plaid). So i'll continue waiting hopefully they get it soon. it was between a LCI G80 M3 and this for me so i'll wait for the LCI G80.
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The motors are a new design built inhouse by BMW. No permanent magnets and local stability control. I'm just trying to figure out what last generation tech you are talking about?
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I'm very excited for the next generation of batteries! However, we are already seeing how light EVs are capable of becoming. The Pininfarina Battista (1900HP!) weighs only 4400LBS with a massive 120kWh battery. Imagine a car with the same cells, but a 40kWh battery (much less range, but much less weight & performance oriented) that weighs less than 3000LBS. That would be BALLER
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In 2025 BMW has the Neue Klasse coming. Thus, all these upcoming EVs, IX, I4, even the I7 perhaps are like stopgaps. An like an cellphone will be outdated within a year. |
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Just watched the video. Unfortunately, this 293 KM of range can't really be trusted at all, as it's just based on him extrapolating the guess-o-meter from when he got it to a SOC of 38%. If you've got any time in an EV, you know that is not at all a reliable number.
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However, if the trend is true all the recent Germany EVs return better mileage then reported by the EPA and manufacture. |
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