i4 eDrive40 to i5 M60 upgrade

[Bluemarble]

I'm thinking of getting rid of my i4 eDrive40 and getting an i5 M60. I used to have an F10 M5 and loved it. The i4 is good for short trips, but I miss having a bigger, more comfortable car for road trips. My back hurts on long drives in the i4, but it never did in the M5.

I test drove the i5 M60, and it was nice, but I have some concerns. It felt heavy, especially on curvy roads. It handled okay, but wasn;t as sporty as I expected. There was also more wind noise than I thought there would be when I was driving on the highway around 60-65 mph. I'm worried about the battery. It seems like it might not be big enough for such a heavy car. On my 55-mile test drive, I only got 2.6 miles per kilowatt-hour, which isn't very good. It had big 21-inch wheels, which probably made it worse. I also wonder how fast it will actually charge, even though it's supposed to be able to charge at 205 kWh.

 

[jeromeBoston]

The BMW i4 eDrive40 and i5 M60 both have roughly the same 84kWh battery pack. However, because the dual-motor i5 M60 uses more power, the single-motor i4 eDrive40 has a longer range. On the flip side, the i5 M60 usually charges faster thanks to its higher charging capacity, meaning it can hit 80% charge quicker at a DC fast charger.

 

[Roman]

The i5 M60 could be a great fit for road trips and comfort, but I understand your concerns about handling, range, and charging speed. It might be worth considering smaller wheels and possibly looking into long-term battery performance for peace of mind.