Used BMW i4 for Sale nearSan Luis Obispo, CA

How much does the BMW i4 cost in today's market?

Used BMW i4 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW i4's current nationwide average price is $39,246, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $37,934 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW i4 a good car?

Yes — the BMW i4 is a strong pick if you want an electric car that still feels like a BMW. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the i4 for its smooth ride, quick acceleration, high-quality interior, and advanced technology. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight its premium feel and the way it blends traditional BMW character with electric power.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a polarizing design, difficult entry and exit, and a cramped back seat.

34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW i4 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the BMW i4 for its smooth ride, strong performance, and high-quality cabin. The model also earns repeated credit for its advanced technology and premium driving feel.

• Owners rate the BMW i4 between 4.6 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose a well-kept example and stay current on charging and battery care.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW i4?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Active Driving Assistant, with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high-beam headlights, a driver monitoring system, and BMW Assist eCall.
• Infotainment: BMW Curved Display with iDrive 8.5, Quick Select, Augmented View, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Range & charging: 318 miles of range, 30 kWh/100 miles, and 30 minutes to reach an 80% charge.
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how the car has been charged over time, and confirm the remaining battery warranty before you buy.

Which BMW i4 trim should I buy?

The 2025 BMW i4 offers these trims:

• eDrive40: The rear-wheel-drive version is the most efficient and longest-range choice, with traditional RWD character and a smooth, compliant ride; it suits you best if you want the best-value balance of range, comfort, and everyday usability.
• xDrive40: The dual-motor all-wheel-drive version adds AWD traction and stronger all-weather confidence, making it a smart step up if you want more grip and a more planted feel.
• M50: The performance-tuned dual-motor AWD version adds the quickest, most powerful setup in the lineup, making it the right pick if you want the most urgent acceleration and the sportiest character.

What BMW i4 do most buyers choose?

The BMW i4 years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-listing years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price, color, and equipment. That usually makes them the easiest years to shop confidently.

What is the BMW i4's resale value?

The table shows a clear downward move in prices across the recent model years, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drop is on the newest year, while the older recent years also show meaningful declines. That pattern gives you more room to find value without moving too far back in model-year age.

The 2023, 2024, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW i4 safe?

• 2025: 8/10
• 2022: 6/10

BMW equips every i4 with Active Driving Assistant, which includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and rear cross-traffic alert.

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used BMW i4 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −16.61% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.72%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $37,416. The BMW i4 offers a premium, sporty driving feel with a practical hatchback body style.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: 318 miles of range, 30 kWh/100 miles, and 30 minutes to reach an 80% charge.
• Tech: BMW Curved Display with iDrive 8.5, Quick Select, Augmented View, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: Active Driving Assistant, Driving Assistance Package, and Driving Assistance Professional Package with Active Driving Assistant Pro and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant.
• Starting price: The most affordable version of the 2025 BMW i4 starts at just over $59,000.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.