BMW unveils its 1st all-electric sedan i4, arriving this year

Leading German luxury car-maker BMW Group has unveiled its first all-electric sedan called i4 that will enter the global market this year. The BMW i4 model line will be available in different versions covering ranges of up to 482 km. BMW has also announced version 8 of its iDrive operating system that will feature a new dashboard layout and visual design.

Munich: BMW has plans to showcase 25 electrified cars by 2025 and on 17 March, it shared the first exterior shots of the new 4-door model.

The BMW i4 model line will be available in different versions covering ranges of up to 482 km, according to its own preliminary tests based on the EPA's test procedures.

BMW unveils its 1st all-electric sedan i4, arriving this year. Courtesy: BMW

With a power output of up to 390kW/530HP, the BMW i4 can accelerate from zero to 100km/hour in around four seconds.

"With its sporty looks, best-in-class driving dynamics and zero local emissions, the BMW i4 is a true BMW. It makes the heart of the BMW brand now beat fully electric," said Pieter Nota, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for customer, brands, sales.

Its refined balance of BMW typical sportiness, comfort and sustainable performance is unique in its segment, the company said in a statement.

BMW unveils its 1st all-electric sedan i4, arriving this year. Courtesy: BMW

Full details on the BMW i4 will be released over the next weeks, it added.

The 482 km range, however, is less than what Elon Musk-owned Tesla and some other competitors are offering.

BMW has also announced version 8 of its iDrive operating system that will feature a new dashboard layout and visual design.

(Inputs from IANS)