[460]

As we have only seen reviews of the M50: what do you think the impact of the e40 spec will be on driving?
Will it still be fun ?

 

[JST1963]

Sure, it will still feel like a real BMW and by that, I mean a BMW with power on the back wheels, not like the 1, 2, X1, X2 series.
I had a BMW back between 2007 and 2010 and it was so much fun. Then I got a Passat CC because the BMW was exceeded the lease budget. And later on (now) I got the Audi A4 Quattro. Now I'm back at the end of my contract (even past it for more than a year), hence my new choice: back to BMW

 

[460]

not like the 1, 2, X1, X2 series.

I really don't know anything about it 😅 Does this apply to all this models?

 

[JST1963]

1
Series 1-2-X1-X2 have front wheel traction. Higher models have propulsion (power on back wheels)

 

[Lord]

I think I wrote in another post that because the m50 reportedly understeers a little, the e40 might be just balanced.

Obviously we will wait and see...

 

[JST1963]

I think I wrote in another post that because the m50 reportedly understeers a little, the e40 might be just balanced.

That's also what I understood in some reviews, but this only happens when the road is really really bad, and wet on top of that.

 

[Rich9600]

Sure, it will still feel like a real BMW and by that, I mean a BMW with power on the back wheels, not like the 1, 2, X1, X2 series.
I had a BMW back between 2007 and 2010 and it was so much fun. Then I got a Passat CC because the BMW was exceeded the lease budget. And later on (now) I got the Audi A4 Quattro. Now I'm back at the end of my contract (even past it for more than a year), hence my new choice: back to BMW

I have had 3 RWD BMWs in a row, presently a previous generation 340i Touring. Personally, I am not considering an undriven i4 e40 simply because of the instant torque in RWD… However, my 450Nm 340i is nicely drivable, even with narrow winter tyres fitted. Previously I had a 330d with what I seem to remember was 550Nm and this was very tail happy, especially in winter with the lumpier diesel power and associated lag could unexpectedly kick out. The present generation 30d’s and 40i‘s are more powerful and torquey and AWD only in the UK.

Petrol power and torque delivery is much more fun and easy to use in RWD implementation. Any kick outs are usually much more predictable. However, with electric power and torque delivery you get lots of instant torque… This could be lots of fun… Or, just interesting in winter…

My driveway opens into a main road near a bend. I have had lots of sideways fun as a car appears round this bend at excess speed as I am pulling out of my driveway. You cannot turn sharp and accelerate hard… So, AWD was a requirement for my next family car. My wife is not a fan of my car and much prefers her FWD Mini Cooper S.

Though, an i4 e40 at 430Nm should have similar characteristics to my RWD 340i if the response and electronic control kit works as expected. The rear weight bias may bring traction benefits to even make it a better winter car than a front heavy 6 pot RWD car… But, all conjecture until test drives are available…

 

[460]

Though, an i4 e40 at 430Nm should have similar characteristics to my RWD 340i

Power and torque are comparable, but there is a 500 kg difference, no?

 

[Rich9600]

Power and torque are comparable, but there is a 500 kg difference, no?

Yes, and rear weight biased on the e40. So, this should improve traction. Though, be detrimental to overall performance.

 

[460]

overall performance.

not reassured about the overall performance of the e40... BMW has worked hard to get a range of ~600km. But relative to the weight, the sacrifice in torque and power is huge. I'm not sure if it's possible to have fun with it

 

[460]

nevertheless, e40 will be mostly dressed in sportswear:

 

[Lord]

nevertheless, e40 will be mostly dressed in sportswear:

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I may be in the minority in this one.
Started with M leaning towards the "classic" with a classic Black exterior and a classic Brown leather interior and well. ..everything classic!

 

[Brahmshoven]

Still, the eDrive40 will not be the low end, there's an eDrive35 at the horizon as well though that won't be my cup of tea..

 

[4monks]

Still, the eDrive40 will not be the low end, there's an eDrive35 at the horizon as well though that won't be my cup of tea..
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Very handy table... thx.