Comparison
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model X
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model X 318 mi vs 329 mi
Best value BMW i4 $57,900 vs $84,990
Faster charging BMW i4 30 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model X 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model X
329 mi vs 318 mi
Value winner
BMW i4
$182/mi vs $258/mi
Charging winner
BMW i4
30 min vs 31 min
Efficiency winner
BMW i4
302 Wh/mi vs 342 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model X
109.8 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Tesla Model X |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | Model X |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $84,990 |
| Range | 318 mi | 329 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 342 Wh/mi • 2.92 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 493 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 78.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 95 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 258 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 4,960 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model X if you want the longer rated range (329 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 $258/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model X has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
BMW i44.5 Tesla Model X5.5 250 kW30 min 493 kW31 min
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