BMW i4 eDrive40 Charging Cost in Canada
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a BMW i4 eDrive40 (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in Canada, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
BMW i4 eDrive40 specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 81.2 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 205 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 11 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 536 km (EPA)
- Realistic range estimate
- 536 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 15 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $2.58
- Battery chemistry
- NMC
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
BMW i4 eDrive40 charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 48.7 kWh | 25 minutes | $21.92 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 81.2 kWh | 1 hours 2 minutes | $36.54 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 48.7 kWh | 4 hours 26 minutes | $8.28 |
BMW i4 eDrive40 charging time by charger power
How long the BMW i4 eDrive40 takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 36 hours 55 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 11 hours 36 minutes |
| Public AC | 11 kW | 0% → 100% | 7 hours 23 minutes |
| DC fast | 205 kW | 10% → 80% | 28 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) is anchored to a measured charging time for this model, so it reflects the real charging curve. Times still vary with temperature and conditions.
Charging speed
Based on measured data, the BMW i4 eDrive40 charges 10% → 80% on DC fast charging in about 28 minutes, peaking at around 205 kW. ev-DB i4 eDrive40 81.2.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 25 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
As of 2026-06-04
Battery care
This car uses an NMC battery. For daily use, charging to about 80% and topping up to 100% only before long trips helps it last longer; heat is the main thing that ages it.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 322 km of range for $21.92. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $34.14 | $12.21 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $40.34 | $18.42 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $49.66 | $27.73 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $58.97 | $37.04 |
| > 2500 cc | $71.38 | $49.46 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular unleaded at $1.93/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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How much does it cost to charge a BMW i4 eDrive40 from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a BMW i4 eDrive40 from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $21.92.
How long does it take to charge a BMW i4 eDrive40?
- Charging a BMW i4 eDrive40 from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 25 minutes.