BMW i4 vs. BMW iX
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW i4 and BMW iX contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW i4 and the BMW iX.
When comparing the BMW i4's and the BMW iX's specifications and ratings, the BMW i4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The BMW iX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW i4's and the BMW iX's specifications and ratings, the BMW i4 is a better car than the BMW iX.
Pricing: For a new model, the BMW i4's price is between $54,795 and $77,602, with the BMW iX priced between $91,616 and $117,292.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW i4 loses 61.5 percent of its value and the BMW iX loses 66.6 percent of its value. This means the BMW i4 retains 5.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW iX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW i4’s base engine makes 281 horsepower, and the BMW iX base engine makes 516 horsepower.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$54,795 - $77,602
Starting MSRP:
$52,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$47,030
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$38,990 - $52,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$91,616 - $117,292
Starting MSRP:
$87,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$62,096
Price Range:
$48,075 - $75,472
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$60,093
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$58,090 - $62,096
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
361
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
10,760
# Good or Great Deals:
127
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
592
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,813
# Good or Great Deals:
53
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$33,237
Depreciation %:
63.7%
Resale Value $:
$18,963
Residual Value %:
36.3%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
48.4%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
48.3% - 63.7%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$59,702
Depreciation %:
68.4%
Resale Value $:
$27,548
Residual Value %:
31.6%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
N/A
Category Depreciation Range:
N/A
BMW i4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW iX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW i4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW iX
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
9.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
1.5 - 127.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
BMW i4 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 26BMW iX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
4 out of / 44Ranking
4 out of / 44Ranking
5 out of / 44Ranking
5 out of / 44Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 44Ranking
14 out of / 44Ranking
16 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 44Ranking
31 out of / 44Ranking
38 out of / 44Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
BMW i4 Trim Levels
eDrive35 Gran Coupe, eDrive40 Gran Coupe, M50 Gran Coupe, xDrive40 Gran Coupe
BMW iX Trim Levels
M60, xDrive50
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
281 hp
Torque:
295 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
516 hp
Torque:
564 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
256 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
67 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
307 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
109.5 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10.25 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4553 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5670 lbs
Width:
87.8 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic / Portimao Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dravit Grey Metallic / Frozen Pure Grey II Metallic / Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Green
San Remo Green Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic / Phytonic Blue Metallic
Gray
Dark Graphite Metallic / Oxide Grey Metallic / Storm Bay Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching
Brown
Cognac / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Brown
Castanea Chestnut / Mocha
Gray
Amido / Oyster / Stonegray
Red
Not available
