BMW Malaysia has introduced two electrifying variants – the i4 eDrive35 and M Sport variant.
Priced on-the-road without insurance and road tax-exempted, the i4 variants cost RM258,210 and RM284,210 respectively.
Available colours are Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Sanremo Green, Skyscraper Grey and Aventurine Red.
Specifically for the M Sport variant it can be had in M Portimao Blue and M Brooklyn Grey in addition to the five colours.
As for interior upholstery, the cabin can be upholstered in Sensatec Perforated Black, Sensatec Perforated Cognac and Sensatec Perforated Tacora Red.
The i4 is covered by a five-year unlimited mileage warranty with free scheduled service programme.
Also included is an eight-year or 160,000km battery warranty (whichever comes first), free access to BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline, BMW Group Loyalty+ mobile app (which includes a BMW Privileges Card) and BMW Service Online.
With the Easy Drive Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the New BMW i4 eDrive35 can be owned with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM3,358. Meanwhile, the New BMW i4 eDrive35 M Sport starts at RM3,657.
The instalments are based on a five-year Easy Drive plan with a mileage of 100,000km at 80% loan amount.
Additionally, new owners can benefit from an RM8,000 Easy Drive Cash Rebate upon registering for Easy Drive Financing.
The i4 eDrive35 is said to combine a progressive design that couples a low coefficient of drag of just 0.24Cd together with its four-door Gran Coupé body style for enhanced energy efficiency.
Under the hood, lies a single synchronous motor producing 210kW (286hp) and 400Nm of torque that’s sent to the rear wheels.
This allows the i4 to sprint from 0 to 100kph in 6.0sec
The new i4’s battery can accept up to 11kW of AC charge and up to 180kW DC charge at over 1,000 charging facilities nationwide – powered by major local EV charging providers who are in partnership with BMW Group Malaysia.
The kidney grille is accompanied by horizontal slats only to be flanked by sleek LED headlights – all rolling on 18-inch wheels.
The i4 eDrive35 uses double-spoke lightweight alloy wheels in 835 bi-colour while the M Sport variant is fitted with M aerodynamic staggered wheels in 858 M bi-colour.
Unique to the i4 eDrive35 variant is a sleek aluminium satin lining that adorns its flanks for added dynamism.
Size-wise, it shares similar dimensions with the i4 eDrive40 which measures 4,783mm-long, 1,852mm-wide and 1,448mm-tall along with a 2,856mm wheelbase.
The new i4’s boot space can be expanded to 1,290 litres.
The i4’s cockpit has been equipped with the German carmaker’s iDrive infotainment system that’s displayed on the BMW Curved Display.
For those seeking a sportier touch, the i4 eDrive35 variant features a sports leather steering wheel, while the interior aesthetics features an oak grain open-pored fine-wood trim.
The M Sport variant uses Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite M interior trim that’s said to be complemented by a more powerful audio system.
“With their sporty elegance, unparalleled performance, and driving capabilities that continue to champion our commitment to electrified mobility – the BMW i4 eDrive35 and BMW i4 eDrive35 M Sport are a testament to our pursuit of high-performing electrified mobility in the country,” said BMW Group Malaysia managing director Hans de Visser.
