2024 BMW 530 vs. 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 530

2024 BMW
530

MSRP*: $57,900 to $60,200
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Picture of the 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
i4 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $52,200 to $69,700
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MPG - City 27 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 281-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 396-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 536-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 281 - 536 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 188.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW 530 than the BMW i4 Gran Coupe. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 530 and the BMW i4 Gran Coupe in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the BMW 530 or the BMW i4 Gran Coupe, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 530 is much wider than the BMW i4 Gran Coupe, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW 530, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the BMW i4 Gran Coupe.

Handling
The BMW 530 has about the same turning radius as the BMW i4 Gran Coupe, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 530 is significantly less powerful than the BMW i4 Gran Coupe. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 530 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the BMW i4 Gran Coupe.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 530 and the BMW i4 Gran Coupe.