Comparison
BMW i4 vs Cadillac Optiq
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW i4 318 mi vs 317 mi
Best value Cadillac Optiq $57,900 vs $50,900
Faster charging BMW i4 30 min vs 40 min
Weighted profile BMW i4 7.8 vs 2.2
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW i4
318 mi vs 317 mi
Value winner
Cadillac Optiq
$161/mi vs $182/mi
Charging winner
BMW i4
30 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
BMW i4
302 Wh/mi vs 321 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW i4
84.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Cadillac Optiq |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | Standard |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $50,900 |
| Range | 318 mi | 317 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 150 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 40 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 64.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 74 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 161 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 131 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 26 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 1,499 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW i4 if you want the longer rated range (318 mi vs 317 mi).
- Choose BMW i4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 30 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Cadillac Optiq looks better ($161/mi vs $182/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW i4 has the stronger weighted profile (7.8 vs 2.2).
BMW i47.8 Cadillac Optiq2.2 250 kW30 min 150 kW40 min
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