The BMW i4 is currently offered in Malaysia as the i4 eDrive35 M Sport, combining the practicality of a five-door Gran Coupé with BMW’s fifth-generation electric drivetrain and traditional rear-wheel-drive layout.

Its rear-mounted electric motor produces 210 KW (286 HP) and 400 NM, enabling 0-100 KM/H in 6.0 seconds. A 67.1 KWH usable battery provides up to 500 KM WLTP range, while the current official Malaysian price starts from RM294,800 on-the-road without insurance.

The dashboard centres around the BMW Curved Display, combining a 12.3-INCH digital instrument display and 14.9-INCH central control display beneath one curved surface.

Revised illuminated air vents and updated dashboard controls form part of the facelift, while ambient cascade lighting can be customised in nine different colour themes.

The centre console uses BMW’s compact electronic drive selector alongside the iDrive controller and frequently used vehicle controls.

A wireless smartphone charging tray is also provided, while many climate, navigation and entertainment functions are integrated into the central touchscreen.

Driver information is displayed through a 12.3-INCH digital instrument display incorporated into the BMW Curved Display.

A Head-Up Display is also standard, projecting speed, navigation and assistance information directly into the driver’s field of view.

The Malaysian i4 eDrive35 M Sport uses M PerformTex upholstery in Black with M piping, giving the cabin a sporty appearance while reducing the environmental impact associated with its production.

Electrically adjustable front seats are standard, with memory functionality provided for the driver.

The i4 accommodates five occupants while retaining the sleek proportions of a Gran Coupé.

Its 2,856 MM wheelbase provides usable front and rear passenger space, although the coupé-like roofline and raised central floor make the rear compartment less spacious than BMW’s larger dedicated electric sedans.

The facelift introduces a new flat-bottomed three-spoke sports steering wheel featuring a distinctive 12 o’clock marker.

Multifunction controls provide access to audio, telephone, driver-assistance and digital instrument functions without requiring the driver to remove their hands from the wheel.

Interior storage includes compartments within the centre console, front and rear door pockets and smaller areas throughout the passenger compartment.

The liftback body design also provides greater cargo flexibility than a conventional four-door sedan.

Twin cup holders are integrated into the front centre-console area.

Additional storage and convenience areas are provided for rear passengers through the centre armrest and surrounding cabin compartments.

A wireless smartphone charging pad is included as standard.

USB connectivity and BMW ConnectedDrive services further support mobile-device integration, while wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available through the infotainment system.

The interior combines M PerformTex upholstery with Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite M trim, an anthracite headliner and illuminated ambient elements.

The minimalist dashboard, curved display and redesigned air vents give the facelifted i4 a more contemporary cabin while retaining BMW’s traditionally driver-focused layout.

Boot capacity stands at 470 L with the rear seats upright.

Folding the rear seats increases luggage capacity to as much as 1,290 L, making the large liftback opening particularly useful for carrying bulkier items.

The BMW i4 measures 4,783 MM long, 1,852 MM wide and 1,448 MM tall, with its wheelbase spanning 2,856 MM.

Width including the exterior mirrors stands at 2,073 MM, while kerb weight is approximately 2,075 KG.

Up front, the facelifted i4 features a redesigned enclosed BMW kidney grille with a modern diamond-patterned inlay.

The M Sport package adds a more aggressively sculpted front apron, while M High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim gives the Gran Coupé a darker and sportier presentation.

The rear retains the i4’s fastback Gran Coupé silhouette, combining a sloping roofline with a large liftback-style tailgate.

M Sport-specific bumper treatment and darkened exterior detailing reinforce its sporting character, while the facelift introduces distinctive laser technology within the rear lighting units.

The updated i4 receives Adaptive LED headlamps with revised lighting graphics and vertical L-shaped daytime running lights.

BMW Selective Beam provides glare-free high-beam assistance by adjusting illumination around other road users.

One of the facelift’s standout upgrades is the introduction of laser tail lamps, technology previously reserved for selected BMW M models such as the M4 CSL.

Their intricate internal graphics give the i4 a more distinctive appearance at night.

The i4 features electrically adjustable exterior mirrors integrated with the standard Interior and Exterior Mirror Package.

Their streamlined housings complement the Gran Coupé’s aerodynamic body design and M High-gloss Shadowline exterior treatment.

Disc brakes are supported by the electric drivetrain’s regenerative braking system, allowing kinetic energy to be recovered during deceleration.

Brake-energy recuperation can vary according to driving conditions, helping improve efficiency while reducing reliance on the friction brakes during normal driving.

The Malaysian i4 eDrive35 M Sport rides on 19-INCH M Aerodynamic Wheels 996 M Bicolour.

The staggered wheel arrangement replaces the smaller 18-inch wheels used by the previous version and gives the facelifted i4 a noticeably sportier stance.

Active safety systems include Dynamic Stability Control, Anti-lock Braking System, traction management and regenerative braking.

The vehicle also incorporates Attentiveness Assistant and various electronically controlled driving systems designed to maintain stability under acceleration, braking and changing road conditions.

The i4 incorporates multiple airbags, three-point seat belts and ISOFIX child-seat anchorage points within a rigid passenger structure.

Its high-voltage battery is mounted low between the axles, contributing both to structural integration and a lower centre of gravity.

BMW My Modes allows the driver to alter selected vehicle characteristics and cabin ambience according to the chosen setting.

The electric drivetrain also supports regenerative braking, allowing kinetic energy to be recovered during deceleration and returned to the high-voltage battery.

Infotainment is handled through the 14.9-INCH central touchscreen integrated into the BMW Curved Display.

BMW ConnectedDrive, Connected Package Professional, BMW Maps, BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant and smartphone integration provide navigation, connected services and voice-controlled functions.

Standard Driving Assistant includes Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Return, Lane Change Warning, Front Collision Warning with Brake Intervention, Rear Crossing Traffic Warning, Rear Collision Prevention and Speed Limit Info.

Parking Assistant Plus adds automated parking assistance, Active Park Distance Control, Reversing Assistant, Lateral Parking Aid, Surround View and Remote 3D View.

The i4 is equipped with BMW’s integrated stereo audio system, with media controlled through the central display, steering-wheel controls and voice functions.

Bluetooth and smartphone integration provide additional audio-streaming options within the cabin.

Being fully electric, the i4 uses a current-excited synchronous electric motor instead of a combustion engine.

Mounted at the rear axle, the motor produces 210 KW (286 HP) and 400 NM, using BMW’s fifth-generation eDrive technology without permanent magnets containing rare-earth materials.

The BMW i4 uses a single-speed automatic transmission.

Power is delivered directly through a fixed-ratio reduction gear, eliminating conventional multi-speed gear changes.

The Malaysian i4 eDrive35 uses rear-wheel drive.

Its single electric motor is mounted at the rear axle, retaining the rear-driven character traditionally associated with BMW’s sportier passenger cars.

The i4 eDrive35 accelerates from 0-100 KM/H in 6.0 seconds.

Maximum speed is electronically limited to 190 KM/H.

As a fully electric vehicle, the i4 consumes no petrol or diesel.

Its battery has 70.3 KWH gross capacity and 67.1 KWH usable capacity, delivering an official electric range of 406 to 500 KM WLTP and energy consumption of between 15.1 and 18.6 KWH/100 KM.

AC charging is supported at up to 11 KW, allowing a 0-100% recharge in approximately 7 hours. DC fast charging peaks at 180 KW, enabling a 10-80% recharge in approximately 32 minutes.

Convenience equipment includes Comfort Access-related functions, wireless smartphone charging, three-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting and electrically adjustable front seats.

BMW ConnectedDrive and the My BMW App provide additional connected functions, while BMW Digital Key allows compatible smartphones or smartwatches to act as a vehicle key.

Dedicated rear air-conditioning outlets are provided as part of the standard three-zone automatic climate-control system.

Rear occupants therefore receive independent airflow rather than relying solely on the front dashboard vents.

The i4 eDrive35 M Sport is equipped with M Sport suspension.

Its high-voltage battery is mounted low between the axles, lowering the centre of gravity, while model-specific chassis tuning and a five-link rear axle aim to combine responsive handling with everyday ride comfort.

The electric powertrain removes conventional engine vibration and significantly reduces drivetrain noise at lower speeds.

The aerodynamic Gran Coupé body and enclosed cabin further contribute to a refined cruising environment, although tyre and road noise become more noticeable because of the inherently quiet electric motor.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 M Sport remains one of the more traditional approaches to an electric performance-oriented premium car, combining a practical five-door Gran Coupé body with rear-wheel drive, 286 HP and 400 NM.

Its facelift brings meaningful visual and equipment upgrades including Adaptive LED headlamps, laser tail lamps, 19-INCH M wheels, revised cabin trim and Parking Assistant Plus, while its 67.1 KWH usable battery delivers up to 500 KM WLTP range.

At RM294,800, however, the i4 commands a substantial premium over many similarly powerful or longer-range EVs. Its strengths instead lie in chassis tuning, premium cabin execution, liftback practicality and the familiar rear-driven BMW driving character.