Head-to-head
BMW i4 vs BMW iX2
The BMW iX2 starts $9,000 (10%) below the BMW i4. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Sedan
BMW i4
BMW's electric Gran Coupe — a four-door fastback that effectively replaces the petrol 4 Series Gran Coupe for many buyers. The 4-star ANCAP rating is unusual at the price; everything else delivers the expected BMW driving experience.
- From
- $88,900
- Range
- 448 km
- Battery
- 66.4 kWh
Option B · SUV
BMW iX2
BMW's electric coupe-SUV — the X2's electric sibling. Mechanically identical to the iX1 but with a coupe-style roofline. The 22 kW three-phase AC charging is class-leading.
- From
- $79,900
- Range
- 449 km
- Battery
- 64.8 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BMW i4 and BMW iX2, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage BMW i4
The BMW i4 accepts 50 kW more DC peak charging (180 vs 130 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Price · advantage BMW iX2
The BMW iX2 undercuts the BMW i4 by $9,000 (10%) on starting price.
- 3
Boot · advantage BMW iX2
The BMW iX2 swallows 55 L more cargo with the rear seats up (525 vs 470 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BMW i4 wins
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (180 kW vs 130 kW)
Where the BMW iX2 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $9,000
- ▸ 1 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (5.6s vs 5.8s)
BMW i4
What we like
- ✓ Sharp dynamics and steering feel
- ✓ 180 kW DC charging keeps it road-trip viable
- ✓ Strong residual values
What we don't
- ✕ 4-star ANCAP rating trails its segment
- ✕ Rear seat headroom limited by fastback roofline
- ✕ Pricing inflates quickly with options
BMW iX2
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 22 kW three-phase AC charging
- ✓ Sharper styling than the iX1
- ✓ Sub-6-second 0–100
What we don't
- ✕ Coupe roofline cuts rear headroom
- ✕ Premium over the related iX1
- ✕ Range trails BMW's larger iX3 substantially
Frequently asked: BMW i4 vs BMW iX2
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the BMW i4 or the BMW iX2?
- The BMW iX2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $79,900 versus $88,900 for the BMW i4, a $9,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The BMW iX2 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 449 km, 1 km further than the BMW i4's 448 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The BMW i4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 180 kW versus 130 kW for the BMW iX2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Is the BMW iX2 better value than the BMW i4?
- On paper the BMW iX2 is $9,000 cheaper AND beats the BMW i4 on most of the headline specs we measure — meaning by spec-sheet logic it's the stronger value play. What a spec sheet can't capture: brand prestige, dealer network depth, build feel, software polish, and likely resale.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BMW i4
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: driving enthusiasts
Choose the
BMW iX2
if…
- ✓ you want to save $9,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: style-led premium suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.