2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe
19" wheels
Electric Sedan · RWD
Based on battery health, build quality, owner data, EPA range, and market pricing
Above average for 2025 EV Sedans (class avg 69 · top 27%)
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The 2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19-inch wheels) is rated at 335 hp, 295 miles of EPA range and a 81 kWh battery, and a mid-pack composite means the records-and-test-drive call matters more than the headline.
Score read
A 73/100 makes this worth pursuing if the price is sane. Do not let the composite hide this split: software and driver-assist score is 89/100, while range and efficiency score is 45/100. Reddit threads cluster around software tech and range — verify both against the service records. Documented completion matters more than the recall count itself.
Price context
Used examples are running around $55,700. This trim started from $57,900 new, though options can push the actual sticker higher; treat the market number as your negotiation floor and pull a current KBB Fair Purchase before naming a price.
Who this is for
✓ Good for
- ⏱ Daily commuter ≤50 mi/day, predictable charging
- ★ Weekend driver Performance, fun, low mileage
✗ Avoid if you are a
- $ Bargain hunter Best TCO, reliability + low depreciation
Gotchas
- Serviceable Recall paperwork has to match the exact VIN.
Mitigation Use NHTSA and the automaker lookup, then require repair records instead of a verbal promise.
- Built in Range is the easy place to overbuy this trim (45/100).
Mitigation Check your commute, winter margin, and fast-charge plan before you assume the EPA number fits your use.
Pre-purchase inspection
- 1 Run the exact VIN through NHTSA and the automaker recall lookup before discussing price.
- 2 Compare the dashboard range estimate with the EPA 295-mile rating after a full charge.
- 3 Confirm how much of the 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty remains and whether it transfers.
- 4 If road trips matter, run a short DC fast-charge session and watch whether speed tapers normally.
- 5 Map your normal highway route and winter margin against the EPA range before you treat it as a road-trip car.
VIN status first This model has 2 NHTSA recall records. The exact VIN lookup decides whether the car in front of you is clear.
Complaint context This scan found 9 NHTSA complaint records (2 per 10K VINs, low for any vehicle class). Read the themes below before treating the raw count as the verdict.
Price anchor Current market range is $55,700-$55,700. Use that range to compare listings for the same trim, mileage, and condition.
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The federal $4,000 used-EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025.
But 10 states still run their own used-EV rebate programs — some up to $5,000. Pick your state to see what's available for this trim.
Source & disclaimer
Dealers make ~$13,715 on the average car loan.
After the price is set, the finance manager runs four plays to rebuild margin. Every buyer without a pre-approval is a target. Here's exactly what they run — and what stops each one.
78% of dealer loans carry a hidden +1.13% markup above what the lender actually charges. You never see it — it's buried in the contract. · CFPB
Dealer must match or beat your lender — they can't add margin invisibly. The markup play is dead on arrival.
Once you answer, they stretch the term to hit your number. Median result: $4K less off the price, 12 more months on the loan. · Industry avg
Financing is done. Only the sale price is on the table — and the dealer knows it.
Back-office F&I profit averages $1,975/vehicle, up 8.5% YoY. These products exist — but dealer markup is 4–10x what you'd pay elsewhere. · Dealership Guy
Dealer GAP runs $500–1K. Your insurer sells the same coverage for $100–250 over 5 years. Now you know.
"Your loan fell through — come re-sign." This pulls your APR up +5% on average. It's legal. It works because you've already driven the car home. · Ctr for Responsible Lending
A lender commitment letter means the deal is final. "Pending dealer approval" doesn't apply. You can't be yo-yo'd.
That's 17 months of your car payment — handed to the dealer's finance department for nothing.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation to use it — but you'll walk in with all the leverage.
Pre-approval is a soft credit inquiry — no score impact. FICO treats all auto-loan hard pulls within 14 days as one, so you can still shop rates at the dealer.
NHTSA Recalls (2)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.
A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govNHTSA Complaints (9 total · 2 per 10K US vehicles · low for any vehicle class)
On November 18, 2025, I was driving a 2025 BMW i4 eDrive, VIN [VIN], at approximately 10–15 mph in slow traffic. I applied the brake pedal firmly when the vehicle in front of me slowed, but the vehicle did not decelerate as expected. The vehicle continued moving forward, resulting in a rear-end collision with the car in front of me, which in turn struck another vehicle. Prior to this incident, the vehicle occasionally exhibited brief reductions in forward drive power that were subtle and initially attributed to drive mode (e.g., comfort/eco or battery status). At the time of the incident, the vehicle was subject to Safety Recall 25V-395, but I had not received any recall notification prior to reporting the incident to BMW. This appears to be a potential vehicle safety defect involving braking performance or interaction of propulsion and braking systems, as the vehicle did not stop when brake input was applied under normal conditions. I am reporting this to NHTSA for investigation of a possible safety defect. Related documents, including accident reports, repair invoices, and correspondence with BMW regarding ongoing investigation and requested diagnostics, are available upon request.
On November 18, 2025, I was driving a 2025 BMW i4 eDrive, VIN [VIN], at approximately 10–15 mph in slow traffic. I applied the brake pedal firmly when the vehicle in front of me slowed, but the vehicle did not decelerate as expected. The vehicle continued moving forward, resulting in a rear-end collision with the car in front of me, which in turn struck another vehicle. Prior to this incident, the vehicle occasionally exhibited brief reductions in forward drive power that were subtle and initially attributed to drive mode (e.g., comfort/eco or battery status). At the time of the incident, the vehicle was subject to Safety Recall 25V-395, but I had not received any recall notification prior to reporting the incident to BMW. This appears to be a potential vehicle safety defect involving braking performance or interaction of propulsion and braking systems, as the vehicle did not stop when brake input was applied under normal conditions. I am reporting this to NHTSA for investigation of a possible safety defect. Related documents, including accident reports, repair invoices, and correspondence with BMW regarding ongoing investigation and requested diagnostics, are available upon request.
I am writing to formally report a serious and ongoing safety defect with my BMW i4, present since the beginning of ownership. The vehicle pulls and skids to the right while driving and intermittently swerves, making it unsafe to operate and posing a clear risk to both myself and other road users. This is a safety-critical issue, not a comfort or preference concern. Despite repeated repair attempts, the defect remains unresolved. To date, the following actions have been taken without success: Six (6) tire replacements Two (2) wheel alignments Multiple inspections and service visits at BMW of West St. Louis All work was performed while the vehicle is under warranty, yet I have also incurred out-of-pocket expenses attempting to correct this safety issue. After these failed repairs, I escalated the matter to BMW of North America. A case manager was assigned, but after one initial call, I received no response despite more than seven follow-up emails and three voice messages. Only after I indicated that I would contact consumer protection agencies did BMW respond and offer a little monetary amount credit. I want to be clear that I am not seeking goodwill or compensation. I am seeking a safe and reliable vehicle. Due to the unresolved safety defect and lack of effective support, I no longer feel safe driving this vehicle. I remain loyal to the BMW brand and am willing to purchase another BMW; however, given the repeated failed repairs and ongoing safety risk, I am requesting that BMW repurchase this vehicle and provide a replacement or buyback solution. This matter involves vehicle safety and requires urgent attention. I respectfully request prompt assistance and a fair resolution. Numerous incidents that occurred and tire burst with steering tight and goes on left and right hand side. Documents attached. Two major incidents out of 6: 1st - Car first time swerving: [XXX] - No crash-Fire-Injury-Police Report. 2nd: [XXX] mentioned in additional details.INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
I am writing to formally report a serious and ongoing safety defect with my BMW i4, present since the beginning of ownership. The vehicle pulls and skids to the right while driving and intermittently swerves, making it unsafe to operate and posing a clear risk to both myself and other road users. This is a safety-critical issue, not a comfort or preference concern. Despite repeated repair attempts, the defect remains unresolved. To date, the following actions have been taken without success: Six (6) tire replacements Two (2) wheel alignments Multiple inspections and service visits at BMW of West St. Louis All work was performed while the vehicle is under warranty, yet I have also incurred out-of-pocket expenses attempting to correct this safety issue. After these failed repairs, I escalated the matter to BMW of North America. A case manager was assigned, but after one initial call, I received no response despite more than seven follow-up emails and three voice messages. Only after I indicated that I would contact consumer protection agencies did BMW respond and offer a little monetary amount credit. I want to be clear that I am not seeking goodwill or compensation. I am seeking a safe and reliable vehicle. Due to the unresolved safety defect and lack of effective support, I no longer feel safe driving this vehicle. I remain loyal to the BMW brand and am willing to purchase another BMW; however, given the repeated failed repairs and ongoing safety risk, I am requesting that BMW repurchase this vehicle and provide a replacement or buyback solution. This matter involves vehicle safety and requires urgent attention. I respectfully request prompt assistance and a fair resolution. Numerous incidents that occurred and tire burst with steering tight and goes on left and right hand side. Documents attached. Two major incidents out of 6: 1st - Car first time swerving: [XXX] - No crash-Fire-Injury-Police Report. 2nd: [XXX] mentioned in additional details.INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
The backup camera at night is very dark and unsafe. I can barely see anything. It’s a major safety issue even though sensors can warn you, I almost ran over my neighbor while backing out of the garage. My wife has a 2025 X5 that does not have this issue at all. I see online forums where tons of people are complaining about the same issue, making it very unsafe.
The backup camera at night is very dark and unsafe. I can barely see anything. It’s a major safety issue even though sensors can warn you, I almost ran over my neighbor while backing out of the garage. My wife has a 2025 X5 that does not have this issue at all. I see online forums where tons of people are complaining about the same issue, making it very unsafe.
On September 10, 2025, while my son was driving, the lane assist system activated twice during a single drive without a cause. The first activation was manually corrected, but the second caused the vehicle to veer into a roadside barrier. There were no environmental or road condition that would justify the intervention. The vehicle was declared a total loss by our insurance provider. (Please see attached Vehicle Safety Complaint Report pdf for more detail) I am concerned this may reflect a defect in the lane assist system and could pose a risk to other drivers. I am requesting NHTSA investigate whether similar incidents have been reported.
On September 10, 2025, while my son was driving, the lane assist system activated twice during a single drive without a cause. The first activation was manually corrected, but the second caused the vehicle to veer into a roadside barrier. There were no environmental or road condition that would justify the intervention. The vehicle was declared a total loss by our insurance provider. (Please see attached Vehicle Safety Complaint Report pdf for more detail) I am concerned this may reflect a defect in the lane assist system and could pose a risk to other drivers. I am requesting NHTSA investigate whether similar incidents have been reported.
While parking the car it accelerated up over the curb and into the bushes in an office parking lot. The sudden unintended acceleration occurred in B mode with the automatic cruise control system setting to follow the posted speed limit when activated. The cruise control was not activated by the driver at the time of incident. The car went from 0mph to full acceleration while the parking distance system was activated. I am reporting this issue to make others aware of the accident, in case a similar issue happens with other cars. The car is new and only has about 250 miles on it at the time of accident. The insurance company has received the initial claims info and is fixing the car. No warning, messages or indicator preceded the accident.
While parking the car it accelerated up over the curb and into the bushes in an office parking lot. The sudden unintended acceleration occurred in B mode with the automatic cruise control system setting to follow the posted speed limit when activated. The cruise control was not activated by the driver at the time of incident. The car went from 0mph to full acceleration while the parking distance system was activated. I am reporting this issue to make others aware of the accident, in case a similar issue happens with other cars. The car is new and only has about 250 miles on it at the time of accident. The insurance company has received the initial claims info and is fixing the car. No warning, messages or indicator preceded the accident.
On March 23, after driving approx 2 miles, I was at a red light. The light turned green and I began accelerating. There was a loud "bang" from under the car toward the rear, the car abruptly halted, the displays turned red with a message (all caps) DO NOT DRIVE. I power cycled the car a few times and the error cleared, but my state-of-charge had dropped from 77 to 59%. I drove the car the 1 mile home and called BMW Roadside Assistance. The rep asked for permission to pull logs from the car, told me he would be sending a flatbed Monday morning and advised me, in no uncertain terms, DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR. I asked if I could pull the car out of the driveway and he said no; he would send skids with the driver. Friday afternoon I was advised there was nothing wrong and to pick up the car. The work order is blaming an LA DWP 50KWh charger I had used 2 days prior to charge from 65 to 81% and recommends avoiding this charger. Just to be clear, I charged 15% on 3/21 and the car went "bang" on 3/23, and that was the fault of the charger.
On March 23, after driving approx 2 miles, I was at a red light. The light turned green and I began accelerating. There was a loud "bang" from under the car toward the rear, the car abruptly halted, the displays turned red with a message (all caps) DO NOT DRIVE. I power cycled the car a few times and the error cleared, but my state-of-charge had dropped from 77 to 59%. I drove the car the 1 mile home and called BMW Roadside Assistance. The rep asked for permission to pull logs from the car, told me he would be sending a flatbed Monday morning and advised me, in no uncertain terms, DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR. I asked if I could pull the car out of the driveway and he said no; he would send skids with the driver. Friday afternoon I was advised there was nothing wrong and to pick up the car. The work order is blaming an LA DWP 50KWh charger I had used 2 days prior to charge from 65 to 81% and recommends avoiding this charger. Just to be clear, I charged 15% on 3/21 and the car went "bang" on 3/23, and that was the fault of the charger.
My 2025 BMW i4 has experienced two distinct but related tire safety issues involving abnormal wear and repeated structural failures. Issue 1: Extreme Accelerated Tire Wear The factory-installed tires on my new vehicle were fully worn out in approximately 4 months and ~5,000 miles. All four tires required replacement. This level of wear is far outside normal expectations, including for heavy EVs or performance summer tires, and indicates abnormal loading or alignment behavior. Issue 2: Repeated Structural Failures of Right Rear Tire After replacement tires were installed by the BMW dealer on 12/04, two separate right rear tires developed holes/structural failures within a short period. One failure occurred by 01/09, approximately 30 days after installation, while the tire was nearly new. Damage was located at the inner shoulder/inner sidewall transition area, not consistent with normal tread wear or road damage. The recurrence of structural failure on the same wheel position strongly suggests a localized vehicle-related cause rather than tire defects or driving behavior. The dealer stated there were “no issues with the vehicle” and attributed both problems to normal EV weight and summer tire wear. No documented alignment measurements, wheel runout checks, or suspension diagnostics were provided. After the repeat right rear failure, the dealer proposed reinstalling the same tire type without offering any corrective action. The replacement tires installed were summer-compound tires during winter conditions, which increases brittleness and susceptibility to structural damage on heavy EVs. A nearly new tire developing a hole presents a blowout risk. The combination of extreme accelerated wear of all four tires and repeated structural failure of the right rear tire represents a predictable and ongoing safety concern.
My 2025 BMW i4 has experienced two distinct but related tire safety issues involving abnormal wear and repeated structural failures. Issue 1: Extreme Accelerated Tire Wear The factory-installed tires on my new vehicle were fully worn out in approximately 4 months and ~5,000 miles. All four tires required replacement. This level of wear is far outside normal expectations, including for heavy EVs or performance summer tires, and indicates abnormal loading or alignment behavior. Issue 2: Repeated Structural Failures of Right Rear Tire After replacement tires were installed by the BMW dealer on 12/04, two separate right rear tires developed holes/structural failures within a short period. One failure occurred by 01/09, approximately 30 days after installation, while the tire was nearly new. Damage was located at the inner shoulder/inner sidewall transition area, not consistent with normal tread wear or road damage. The recurrence of structural failure on the same wheel position strongly suggests a localized vehicle-related cause rather than tire defects or driving behavior. The dealer stated there were “no issues with the vehicle” and attributed both problems to normal EV weight and summer tire wear. No documented alignment measurements, wheel runout checks, or suspension diagnostics were provided. After the repeat right rear failure, the dealer proposed reinstalling the same tire type without offering any corrective action. The replacement tires installed were summer-compound tires during winter conditions, which increases brittleness and susceptibility to structural damage on heavy EVs. A nearly new tire developing a hole presents a blowout risk. The combination of extreme accelerated wear of all four tires and repeated structural failure of the right rear tire represents a predictable and ongoing safety concern.
The contact owns a 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced pulling and skidding to the right. The contact stated that the vehicle became unsafe to drive and was a severe safety hazard to the driver and other motorists. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the failure was replicated. The dealer replaced the tires and performed a front-end alignment, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the dealer had replaced seven different tires and had performed 2 front-end alignments, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 22.
The contact owns a 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced pulling and skidding to the right. The contact stated that the vehicle became unsafe to drive and was a severe safety hazard to the driver and other motorists. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the failure was replicated. The dealer replaced the tires and performed a front-end alignment, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the dealer had replaced seven different tires and had performed 2 front-end alignments, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 22.
Nuna had a major recall for their rava convertible car seats as your organization is aware of. However, there are two main issues that I'm having that Nuna has refused to address nor do they have a viable solution for. The first is that with the recall fix which was new material they sent out, the harness button is covered by Fabric and when the rava is in rear-facing mode it becomes almost impossible to reach the harness release button. Nuna recommended using the leg rest to address the issue, however, the issue does still persist. In a time of emergency, it would be incredibly difficult to get the child out quickly, and normally it is just very difficult. I have attached image so you can understand what I'm talking about. The second issue is that the Fabrics that Nuna has issued for the recall do not match the Fabrics of the original purchased equipment. This is a huge problem because there are now mismatches in fabric types versus inserts and consumers paid for a certain type of fabric and have only gotten the black or the granite as replacements as part of the recall. For the date that these things happen as is required by this form, I've put in and around the date that I received the Fabrics.
Nuna had a major recall for their rava convertible car seats as your organization is aware of. However, there are two main issues that I'm having that Nuna has refused to address nor do they have a viable solution for. The first is that with the recall fix which was new material they sent out, the harness button is covered by Fabric and when the rava is in rear-facing mode it becomes almost impossible to reach the harness release button. Nuna recommended using the leg rest to address the issue, however, the issue does still persist. In a time of emergency, it would be incredibly difficult to get the child out quickly, and normally it is just very difficult. I have attached image so you can understand what I'm talking about. The second issue is that the Fabrics that Nuna has issued for the recall do not match the Fabrics of the original purchased equipment. This is a huge problem because there are now mismatches in fabric types versus inserts and consumers paid for a certain type of fabric and have only gotten the black or the granite as replacements as part of the recall. For the date that these things happen as is required by this form, I've put in and around the date that I received the Fabrics.
What Owners Are Saying
"SGinAZ Jan 8, 2023 My 2023 Aventurin & Tacora Red M Sport eDrive40 has Arrived! After 197 days my eDrive40 is sitting in my garage! Six months is the longest I've ever waited for a car but it was worth being patient. The i4 is amazing and after just a couple days I couldn't be happier. I don't yet have enough seat time to provide a review of handling and everyday driving... 189.3KEvolve2022 replied Jan 12, 2023 BMW i4 General Discussions Forum PoisonEye Feb 18, 2023"
"Moved from Tesla Model 3 LR to BMW i4 eDrive 40. Thoughts so far... Hi all I posted some time back about moving from a Tesla Model 3 to an i4 and the general consensus was 'do it'! My i4 eDrive 40 arrived Monday, and I have fallen in love already. Many of the quirks I disliked in the Tesla are just not present here. I thought I'd share a quick comparison for those looking to change- hopefully they'll find this useful / interesting! 1. Interior quality. The i4 is leagues ahead here- there are no rattles or creaks and everything seems very well put together. The general fit and finish is much higher too. 2. Infotainment. I have the tech pack, so have HK and the HUD. The HK is not as loud as the premium system in the Tesla, but, to my ears it sounds more balanced and I actually enjoy the Logic7 processing. The Tesla system punched harder, but then the doors used to resonate, making it sound terrible, so the HK wins for me here. I have also tried the Hi-Fi system in a 4 series and enjoyed this too, but the HK is a definite tick for those who like their music. 3. Assisted driving tech. Mine has adaptive cruise presently, I think this is a 3 month trial as I don't think it's as standard in the non-M Sport pro / tech plus cars. It works so much better than the Tesla. It's smooth, keeps a good distance and is far less intrusive. I never used this in the Tesla as the harsh acceleration and braking was just uncomfortable. I haven't tried full self drive in the i4 as I don't have it, so can only speak for my spec. 4. Driving and performance. The BMW (in my spec, RWD 335hp) is much nicer and involving to drive. You get a small bit of rear end play, which makes it quite fun, but it is predictable. It also builds speed very differently to the Tesla, possibly due to being RWD and not AWD. It is progressive, there is no gut punch at launch but then after about 25/30 mph, it really gets moving. Whilst the Tesla was quicker, the eDrive 40 is plenty quick enough. The sound isolation at speed is far superior too, at 70mph my Apple watch was reading 69/70dB which is 3 mor 4 lower than the Tesla. Not scientific I know, but it does confirm my thinking. 5. General notes- the i4 is a much better all round package, looks great (Portimao Blue). The App isn't as polished as the Tesla one, but that is a very small price to pay for much better proposition all round. TL:DR - get the i4 over the Tesla."
"Sorry based on your comments, this car isn't for you. BMW build quality is infinitely better but all your Tesla creature comforts you crave aren't there. Range is a bit less and the autopilot featues aren't nearly as good. That said I would take my i4 over a Tesla every time. ."
"1. In the worst conditions (Winter + plenty of highway traffic at 70-80 mph): 200 miles at 80% battery (so just enough to cover 170 miles going from 80% to 10% battery) . Average during the year: 220 miles. Summer: 250 miles. 2. Yes, cabin preconditioning. You indicate in the app when you want to leave and the car starts preheating the interior to reach the set temperature by that time. Also works well to defrost the windows at the same time. 3. No complaints after 2.5 years, I seem to remember an occasional server outage but definitely not often. For me the weakest link in the whole car - app - mobile chain is when you park in some underground parking garages where there's no reception: this means no preheating the cabin, not getting updated battery SOC info, etc. But that's independent from the app, no idea whether one car would have better connectivity than another in such cases? Also, the app indicates when it failed to send a command to the car so at least you know. 4. I use Waze 99% of the time and in a different region, considering you're using miles ;-) The 1% of the time when I used the BMW navigation (either when Waze wouldn't connect or on a road trip when I wanted to add a fast charger as a waypoint) it worked fine; \- not the most intuitive in terms of how you orient the map, zoom in/out \- slightly less clear in complex situations than Waze, but the BMW nav does indicate in which lane you're driving vs. the lane you need to be in (shows up in the HUD) which can be a great help \- less up to date with changes in road layouts compared to Waze, but in my limited experience still better than Audi which could be 2-3 years behind..."
"> idbar said: > > After having a drive train error, a dealership didn't find anything but got me to 07/2024.55, and I haven't received updates since. > > I now have a screen that randomly doesn't turn on, which is bad since there would be no backup camera. And also sometimes the navigation hangs while coming up. Then connectivity with iPhone continuously removes my wife's phone and my android auto frequently drops. > > So, is there a know way to get an OTA update or am I now at the mercy of BMW not getting me out of a dealership exclusive SW? > > It appears that once you get a dealership out of band update you're stuck there forever? > > > Click to expand... I haven't read anything indicating that if your software is updated manually by a dealer that you're excluded from OTAs. From a general technical approach, that shouldn't matter, but this is a BMW IT system we're dealing with here, so it could very well be."
"I just went to my car this afternoon after starting the 03.2025 update this morning. The car dinged when I tried to start it and said "Software Update Failed." Thankfully, this happened at home, so I'm not stranded out and about. BMW Roadside Assistance is calling a tow for it to the... 233.1KScottB-LA replied Jul 20, 2025 Software Modification - Bimmercode Alexpapas Jul 11, 2025 OTA Software Upgrade - Download Stuck At 49%"
"Range issue: I got my BMW i4 edrive40 2 weeks back I am getting very less range as expected. Outside temperature is ~27 degree celsius 19" wheel A/C is always on while driving when 74% charge its showing range of 176 miles Doing maths 100% will be approx: 238 miles 20958Kashley1960 replied Sep 19, 2024 2022+ BMW i4 News petejigsaw Aug 11, 2022 i4 eDrive40 - impressed with realistic range"
"22.7KGrestorn replied Aug 14, 2022 BMW i4 General Discussions Forum Jcesar615 Aug 24, 2022 Edrive40 parking brake glitch? Today out of the blue my parking brake wouldn’t release and had a warning to get it serviced. Stuck at a gym parking lot BMW tried to talk me through some trouble shooting but none of it worked. Apparently there’s no manual... 52.6KElle BMW replied Aug 26, 2022 BMW i4 Classifieds lazLA Sep 5, 2022 eDrive40 Potentially for Sale - SoCal"
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