BMW is engaged on a mid-cycle replace for its 4-Sequence vary and a prototype for the i4 electrical hatchback variant has been noticed.

The present 4-Sequence arrived as a coupe for the 2021 mannequin yr and added the i4 possibility for 2022. We should always see the up to date vary launched subsequent yr as 2025 fashions, together with the i4.

The newest prototype was noticed close to a BMW take a look at middle in Germany, and judging by its camouflage gear it can carry refreshed entrance and rear ends together with new designs for the internals of the lights.

What hasn’t modified is the large and controversial kidney grille which on the i4 is absolutely sealed to assist aerodynamic effectivity.

2025 BMW i4 facelift spy pictures – Photograph credit score: Baldauf

BMW’s take a look at drivers ensured the dashboard remained lined and out of view from our spy photographer when the automotive was parked, suggesting there can be some tweaks inside as properly.

The newest model of the BMW iDrive infotainment system, which BMW can be rolling out from November, must also be featured. It makes it simpler to pick in style features by arranging them on a single stage for fast and easy accessibility.

It is not clear what’s deliberate for the powertrains. Given the i4 solely arrived for 2022, updates are unlikely. Within the U.S., the i4 is presently supplied in eDrive35, eDrive40, and M50 grades.

2025 BMW i4 facelift spy pictures – Photograph credit score: Baldauf

The eDrive35 comes with a single motor on the rear rated at 218 hp, plus a 70.2-kwh battery that the EPA charges at as much as 256 miles. The eDrive40 comes with a single motor on the rear rated at 335 hp, and the M50 comes with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup rated at 536 hp. In each instances there’s an 83.9-kwh battery that delivers an EPA score of as much as 301 miles for the eDrive40 and 271 miles for the M50.

Manufacturing of the i4 is dealt with at a plant in Munich, Germany.

Different members of the 4-Sequence out testing in up to date type embrace the 4-Sequence coupe, 4-Sequence convertible, 4-Sequence Gran Coupe, and M4 coupe. There are rumors a hardcore M4 CS can also be launched as a part of the replace.