BMW 530i xDrive vs BMW i4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 BMW i4
Overview
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 530i xDrive | eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $62,800 | $57,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $69,322 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $69,322 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $69,322 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 335 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 990 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,158 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 112 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 189 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | 59.6 in (best) | 57 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 530i xDrive530i xDrive | BMW i4eDrive40 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 530i xDrive | BMW i4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 530i xDrive $62,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | eDrive40 Gran Coupe $57,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | i4 Gran Coupe xDrive40 $62,300 MSRP |
| 3 | — | M60 Gran Coupe $70,700 MSRP |
