BMW i4 eDrive40 Charging Cost in United States
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a BMW i4 eDrive40 (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in United States, 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
- 333 mi (EPA)
- Realistic range estimate
- 333 mi
- Estimated efficiency
- 4.1 mi/kWh
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $2.73
- 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 | 14 minutes | $23.39 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 81.2 kWh | 24 minutes | $38.98 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 48.7 kWh | 4 hours 26 minutes | $8.77 |
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% | 17 minutes |
Estimates assume constant charging power. AC rows charge 0% to 100%; the DC row charges 10% to 80% (DC speed tapers near full). Real times can be longer.
Charging speed
The BMW i4 eDrive40 is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 14 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
Estimate: assumes constant charging power; real-world time can be longer as the charging curve tapers near full.
As of 2026-05-27
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 200 mi of range for $23.39. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $15.42 | -$7.97 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $18.22 | -$5.16 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $22.43 | -$0.96 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $26.63 | $3.25 |
| > 2500 cc | $32.24 | $8.85 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular gasoline at $3.30/gal. 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 $23.39.
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 14 minutes.