Comparison
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 318 mi vs 410 mi
Best value BMW i4 $57,900 vs $86,630
Faster charging BMW i4 30 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 4.2 vs 5.8
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 318 mi
Value winner
BMW i4
$182/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
BMW i4
30 min vs 31 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 302 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $86,630 |
| Range | 318 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| DC max | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 318 mi).
- Choose BMW i4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 30 min vs 31 min).
- For “range per dollar”, BMW i4 looks better ($182/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (5.8 vs 4.2).
BMW i44.2 Tesla Model S5.8 250 kW30 min 250 kW31 min
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