BMW's first "M" electric car has made its Malaysian debut

The first-ever BMW i4 M50, which is the first M-badged electric vehicle, has made its Malaysian debut in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of BMW M with an asking price of RM430,800 on the road minus insurance.

To commemorate the occasion, the BMW i4 M50 will arrive with the BMW M 50 Years Emblems as standard. The sporty character of the car is exemplified through standard equipment features including the M Aerodynamics package, M rear spoiler in body colour and black rear diffuser insert. 

Inside, the BMW i4 M50 is furnished with the M interior trim with Carbon Fibre trim finishers, M Anthracite Headliner, and features as such M Sport seats at the front, M seat belts, instrument panel in Sensatec, and electrical glass roof.

The BMW Iconic Sounds Electric also provides for a particularly emotive experience by recreating the sporty “M” engine sound.

Two BMW M eDrive motors are implemented in the First-Ever BMW i4 M50 – one each for the front and rear axles. This configuration allows for an extremely dynamic all-wheel drive experience, with an impressive output of 544 hp and maximum torque of 795 Nm in Sport Boost mode.

Capable of sprinting from naught to 100 in just 3.9 seconds, the car's top speed is capped at 225 km/h.

With an energy consumption of 24 – 19 kWh/100 km, the electric range is measured at 510 kilometres (based on the WLTP cycle). Compatible with both AC and DC charging modes, the BMW i4 M50 can be fully charged in just 8 hours and 15 minutes with an 11-kW AC charger, or be charged from 10 per cent to 80% in just 31 minutes with a 200-kW DC charger.

Peace of mind is also ensured with onboard advanced safety systems, which include Acoustic Protection for Pedestrians, Active Protection for Pedestrians, Driving Assistant Professional, Parking Assistant Plus and Active Protection.

The i4 M50 will be available in the exterior colours of Mineral White, Black Sapphire, M Brooklyn Grey, M Portimao Blue and Sanremo Green. 

Interior upholstering is available in Leather Vernasca in Black with Blue Contrast Stitching and Leather Vernasca in Cognac.

Both new models variants are now available for pre-booking on the BMW Shop Online platform at a fee of RM 5,000.

Owners of the new BMW M model will also receive the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:

•    BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Programme
•    BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline
•    The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App - BMW Privileges Card
•    BMW Service Online