2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels)
Fuel Economy Overview
The 2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) achieves an EPA-estimated 112 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 113 MPG in the city and 111 MPG on the highway.
The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $700, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $7,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.
Energy DNA
Green Scorecard
Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy
Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.
Aerodynamic Speed Penalty
EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.
⚡ EV Climate Range Simulator
Extreme temperatures severely impact lithium-ion battery chemistry and require heavy HVAC usage. See how your range degrades in freezing winters or scorching summers.
EV / PHEV Intel
Range Anxiety Index: Low Anxiety
Solid daily driver. Requires planning for inter-city travel.
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Recall Intelligence
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed on February 13, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) configurations.
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Fuel Cost Analysis
Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.