Polestar Polestar 2
$53/month avg
Range: 314 miles
Efficiency: 3.4 mi/kWh
Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 301 kWh
Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,614 kWh
Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.81
EPA range per full charge: 318 miles
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a BMW i4
eDrive40 configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.
Battery
81.5 kWh
Range
318 mi
Efficiency
3.3 mi/kWh
MSRP
$57,200
BMW i4 is a high-intent U.S. search for drivers who want premium sport-sedan performance without giving up predictable charging economics. For most owners, charging mix determines real monthly spend more than headline trim differences. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $54.22. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), the same distance is about $135.54.
Ideal For
- Drivers cross-shopping premium electric sedans and wanting a clear home-vs-public charging budget.
- Commuters with performance-oriented daily driving who still need predictable monthly operating cost.
- Households deciding whether frequent public charging offsets the efficiency advantage of a sedan profile.
- Buyers moving from premium gas sedans and comparing annual energy spend under realistic charging behavior.
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Cost to Charge BMW i4 at Home
Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.
Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
30.1 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.42
Cost per full charge
$14.67
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$54.22
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$650.60
Home Charging Breakdown
Cost to Charge BMW i4 at Public Charging Stations
100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.
Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
30.1 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$13.55
Cost per full charge
$36.68
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$135.54
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,626.51
Public Charging Breakdown
Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.52
Extra monthly cost vs home: $81.33 higher
Extra annual cost vs home: $975.90 higher
Compared to gas baseline: spend $194.19/year more
Seasonal Charging Cost: BMW i4
Mainstream pack profile (60-100 kWh). This band reflects most U.S. EVs. Seasonal cost variance is usually moderate, with trip pattern and charging timing as the largest levers.
Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.
Winter factor range
+12% to +30%
Factor band: 1.12x-1.30x baseline.
Summer factor range
+5% to +12%
Factor band: 1.05x-1.12x baseline.
Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $60.72-$70.48
Summer: $56.93-$60.72
Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $151.81-$176.20
Summer: $142.32-$151.81
Precondition when plugged in and calibrate with one full winter and summer billing cycle.
Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.
Charging Costs by State
Top 5 cheapest states for BMW i4: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $0.11/kWh | $33.13 | $397.59 | #1 |
| Arkansas | $0.12/kWh | $36.14 | $433.73 | #2 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | $36.14 | $433.73 | #3 |
| Missouri | $0.12/kWh | $36.14 | $433.73 | #4 |
| Nebraska | $0.12/kWh | $36.14 | $433.73 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | $0.12/kWh | $36.14 | $433.73 | #6 |
| Iowa | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #7 |
| Kentucky | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #8 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #9 |
| Montana | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #10 |
| Nevada | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #11 |
| North Carolina | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #12 |
| South Dakota | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #13 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #14 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #15 |
| Washington | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #16 |
| Wyoming | $0.13/kWh | $39.16 | $469.88 | #17 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | $42.17 | $506.02 | #18 |
| Kansas | $0.14/kWh | $42.17 | $506.02 | #19 |
| Mississippi | $0.14/kWh | $42.17 | $506.02 | #20 |
| Arizona | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #21 |
| Florida | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #22 |
| Minnesota | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #23 |
| New Mexico | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #24 |
| Oregon | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #25 |
| South Carolina | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #26 |
| Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #27 |
| West Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $45.18 | $542.17 | #28 |
| Alabama | $0.16/kWh | $48.19 | $578.31 | #29 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | $48.19 | $578.31 | #30 |
| Indiana | $0.16/kWh | $48.19 | $578.31 | #31 |
| Texas | $0.16/kWh | $48.19 | $578.31 | #32 |
| Delaware | $0.17/kWh | $51.20 | $614.46 | #33 |
| Illinois | $0.17/kWh | $51.20 | $614.46 | #34 |
| Ohio | $0.17/kWh | $51.20 | $614.46 | #35 |
| Wisconsin | $0.18/kWh | $54.22 | $650.60 | #36 |
| Maryland | $0.20/kWh | $60.24 | $722.89 | #37 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | $60.24 | $722.89 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | $60.24 | $722.89 | #39 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | $69.28 | $831.33 | #40 |
| Vermont | $0.23/kWh | $69.28 | $831.33 | #41 |
| Connecticut | $0.25/kWh | $75.30 | $903.61 | #42 |
| Alaska | $0.26/kWh | $78.31 | $939.76 | #43 |
| New Hampshire | $0.26/kWh | $78.31 | $939.76 | #44 |
| New York | $0.27/kWh | $81.33 | $975.90 | #45 |
| Maine | $0.30/kWh | $90.36 | $1,084.34 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | $93.37 | $1,120.48 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | $93.37 | $1,120.48 | #48 |
| California | $0.35/kWh | $105.42 | $1,265.06 | #49 |
| Hawaii | $0.42/kWh | $126.51 | $1,518.07 | #50 |
How Long Does It Take to Charge?
Level 1 (120V outlet)
Speed: 3-5 miles/hour
Time to full: 51-68 hours
Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage
Level 2 (240V home)
Speed: 19-26 miles/hour
Time to full: 8-12 hours
Best for: Daily home charging
DC Fast Charging
Speed: up to 180 kW (113 miles in 15 min)
Time to 80%: about 30 minutes
Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups
Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo
Full Specifications
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Trim | eDrive40 |
| Battery Size | 81.5 kWh |
| Range | 318 miles |
| Efficiency | 3.3 mi/kWh |
| Charging Speed | L1: 3-5 miles/hour; L2: 19-26 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 180 kW (113 miles in 15 min) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Category | sedan |
| MSRP | $57,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charge a BMW i4 per month?
At $0.18/kWh home charging, BMW i4 is about $54.22 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $135.54 for the same monthly distance.
What is BMW i4 charging cost per 100 miles?
Using current benchmark assumptions, BMW i4 runs near $5.42 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $13.55 per 100 miles on full public charging.
How much more does public charging cost for BMW i4?
Compared with home-first charging behavior, full public charging is about $81.33 higher per month and about $975.90 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.
Is BMW i4 efficient enough for daily commuting cost control?
For many drivers, yes. BMW i4 generally benefits from a sedan efficiency profile, which helps control cost per 100 miles versus larger SUV and truck EV categories when charging mix is comparable.
How long does BMW i4 take to charge at home and DC fast stations?
Typical planning windows are around 51-68 hours on Level 1, 8-12 hours on Level 2, and about 30 minutes to 80% on DC fast charging when station and battery conditions are favorable.
Can BMW i4 still save money versus gas each year?
Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, BMW i4 saves about $781.72 per year at home-rate assumptions.
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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.