BMW M240i vs BMW i4 eDrive40

BMW M240i

Coupe · Gasoline

BMW i4 eDrive40

Coupe · Electric · FWD

Car A

BMW M240i

The BMW M240i combines strong acceleration with everyday usability, pairing 4.3-second 0–100 km/h performance with four seats and a 390-liter trunk. It ranks well for reliability and safety and offers good value in its segment, though it is not ideal for cargo-heavy or harsh winter use.

4 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety374 hp

Car B

BMW i4 eDrive40

An electric coupe with five seats, strong power, and long range that reads as good value in its segment. Its FWD layout and coupe profile suit commuters and road trippers who don’t need SUV-like versatility.

5 seatsCoupeElectric5-star safetyElectric

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Usage fit

Family 47 / 43

City 39 / 38

Budget / value 60 / 25

Road trip 41 / 48

Performance 41 / 37

Cargo 19 / 26

Practical 33 / 14

Premium 52 / 54

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW M240i · Orange = BMW i4 eDrive40

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW M240i BMW i4 eDrive40

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Pros & cons

BMW M240i

Explosive straight-line pace (0–100 km/h in 4.3 s) from 374 hp and 500 Nm
Strong reliability and safety standing for a performance coupe
Practical for weekend travel thanks to 4 seats and a 390 L trunk
Good value in its segment relative to its performance
Two-door layout and a tight rear row limit daily family convenience
Only four seats if you require space for five
Not suited to cargo-heavy hauling despite a usable trunk
Less confidence for severe winter conditions than more winter-focused vehicles

BMW i4 eDrive40

590 km range supports long trips with fewer stops.
340 hp and 5.7 s 0–100 km/h provide confident acceleration.
Five seats and a 470 L trunk fit growing-family needs.
Good value in its segment given its range and power.
Coupe body sacrifices some cargo flexibility versus an SUV.
Front-wheel drive may not suit buyers seeking rear- or all-wheel-drive dynamics.
Price point of 55,600 won’t satisfy budget-focused shoppers.
Not tuned for maximum performance; quicker EVs exist.

Verdict

Pick BMW M240i if…

Lower entry price

BMW M240i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW i4 eDrive40 if…

Performance & capability

BMW i4 eDrive40 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW M240i

BMW i4 eDrive40

Verdict

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