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BMW i4 vs DS N°8

BMW i4 vs DS N°8

BMW i4 and DS N°8 are electric cars for buyers who want premium EVs. The i4 is a compact electric sedan with a focus on driving feel. The DS N°8 is a larger electric luxury sedan aimed at buyers who want comfort and refined design.

The i4 range is around 270 to 300 miles on a full charge in normal use. The DS N°8 range reaches roughly 300 to 340 miles depending on wheel size and spec. Both use DC fast charging. The i4 accepts about 200 kW, adding a useful amount of range in around 25 minutes. The DS N°8 charges around 150 to 180 kW, taking a bit longer to add similar range but still workable for longer trips.

BMW i4 vs DS N°8

In pricing, the i4 sits in the mid premium EV segment. The DS N°8 is positioned higher due to size and luxury focus. Both are sold in regions with dealer support for BMW and DS. This comparison helps you decide between a sportier compact EV and a larger luxury EV based on range, comfort, and daily use.

Other BMW EVs include iX SUV and i7 large sedan. Rivals to the i4 include Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2. Other EVs in the DS line include DS 3 E‑Tense. Rivals to the DS N°8 include Mercedes EQE and Audi e‑tron GT.

i4 pros: strong range for its size, quick charging, engaging drive feel. i4 cons: tighter rear space, smaller cargo area. DS N°8 pros: longer range in its class, roomy interior, rich comfort features. DS N°8 cons: slower charging than the i4, higher cost to buy and maintain.

QUICK VERDICT; Choose the i4 for compact electric driving. Choose the DS N°8 for space and luxury comfort.

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	BMW i4 DS N°8

Price	$52,000.00 $55,000.00
Our Rating	5.8 5.5
Brand	BMW DS
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

BMW i4 eDrive35
BMW i4 eDrive40
BMW i4 xDrive40
BMW i4 M50 DS N°8 FWD
DS N°8 FWD Long Range
DS N°8 AWD Long Range

LAUNCH

Announced	2022, August 02 2024, December 12
Status	Available to order. Released 2023, Q1 Available to order. Released 2025, February
Country of origin	France
Base Price	$ 52,200 € 56,500 £ 50,000 € 57,700 £ 50,800 - DS N°8 FWD € 63,200 £ 54,700 - DS N°8 FWD Long Range € 75,000 £ 63,300 - DS N°8 AWD Long Range

PERFORMANCE

Power	RWD 286 hp (210 kW) FWD 260 hp (191 kW) - DS N°8 FWD FWD 280 hp (206 kW) - DS N°8 FWD Long Range AWD 375 hp (276 kW) - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Torque	291 lb-ft (395 Nm) 253 lb-ft (343 Nm) - DS N°8 FWD 343 Nm (253 lb-ft) - DS N°8 FWD Long Range 509 Nm (375 lb-ft) - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	5.8 sec 0-60 mph (6 sec 0-62 mph) 7.7 sec 0-62 mph - DS N°8 FWD 7.8 sec 0-62 mph - DS N°8 FWD Long Range 5.4 sec 0-62 mph - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Max Speed	118 mph (190 km/h) 118 mph (190 km/h)
transmission	Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	67 kWh usable, 70.2 kWh total 74 kWh usable - DS N°8 FWD 97.2 kWh usable - DS N°8 FWD Long Range 97.2 kWh usable - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Tech	Liquid-cooled Li-ion Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type)
Range	276 mi EPA (300 mi WLTP) 355 mi WLTP - DS N°8 FWD 466 mi WLTP - DS N°8 FWD Long Range 426 mi WLTP - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Consumption	254 Wh/mi WLTP 208 Wh/mi WLTP - DS N°8 FWD 208 Wh/mi WLTP - DS N°8 FWD Long Range 229 Wh/mi WLTP - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Recuperation	2 modes, via gear lever Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7 hours Type 2 11 kW Type 2 22 kW
DC Charging	CCS 180 kW max, 10-80% in 32 min CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 27 min - DS N°8 FWD CCS 200 kW max, 20-80% in 27 min - DS N°8 FWD Long Range CCS 200 kW max, 20-80% in 27 min - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Others	V2L 3.3 kW

BODY

Type	5 door coupe, 5 seats 5 door SUV coupe, 5 seats
Platform	CLAR STLA Medium
Dimensions	188.4 x 72.9 x 57.0 in (4785 x 1852 x 1448 mm) 190.3 x 75.6 x 62.0 in (4834 x 1920 x 1574 mm)
Drag Co-Efficient	0.24 Cd 0.24 Cd
Wheelbase	112.4 in (2856 mm) 114.4 in (2905 mm)
Weight	EU: 4553 lb unladen, 5611 lb gross EU: 2132 kg unladen - DS N°8 FWD EU: 2180 kg unladen - DS N°8 FWD Long Range EU: 2289 kg unladen - DS N°8 AWD Long Range
Suspension	Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link air suspension, optional adaptive M dampers
Wheels	R17, R18, R19, R20 R19, R20, R21
Trunk/Boot	EU: 16.6 ft³, 45.6 ft³ max EU: 21.9 ft³
Frunk/Bonnet	No No
Towing	No EU: 1460 kg braked - DS N°8 FWD EU: 1400 kg braked - DS N°8 FWD Long Range EU: 1600 kg braked - DS N°8 AWD Long Range

DISPLAYS

Centre	14.9" touchscreen 16" touchscreen
Driver's Display	12.3" 10.25
Head-Up	Yes, with augmented reality Yes

COMFORT

Seats	Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats Heated and ventilated/cooled front seats with massage, heated and ventilated/cooled rear seats
Roof	Panoramic glass roof Panoramic glass sunroof
Parking Aids	6 front and 6 rear sensors, 360 camera, 1 front, 2 side & 1 reversing cameras Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera
Connectivity	Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags

Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system

Driving Aids

Long range radar (300 m), corner short range radars (4 units), 8MP front camera, Assisted Driving View, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Exit warning function, Parking Assist Plus, Steering and Lane Control Assistant Radars, multiple cameras, 12 sensors. Extended Emergency Braking System with pedestrian and cyclist recognition (up to 300m ahead), Active Safety Brake, Lane Keeping Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind Spot Detection, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, High Beam Assist, Night Vision with infrared camera, DS PIXELVISION (up to 400m), Driver Attention Alert (with infrared camera), Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Wrong Pedal Prevention