Given its price, competitors for the new XC40 Recharge and BMW i4 . We will compare long range EVs Volvo XC 40 and BMW I4

DIMENSIONS

In terms of dimensions too, the XC40 Recharge has a ground clearance of 170mm while the ICE version stands at 210mm. The boot space is also lower at 419 litres, 41 litres less than its petrol sibling, however, the XC40 Recharge offers an additional 31 litres of space under the bonne

	BMW I4	VOLVO XC40
Length (mm)	4783	4440
Width (mm)	1852	1863
Height (mm	1448	1647
Wheelbase (mm)	2856	2702
Ground Clearance (mm)	125	175

EXTERIOR

Both cars have quite distinct design languages; the BMW i4 is a sedan, whilst the XC40 Recharge is an SUV. But despite these improvements, the XC40 largely maintains the appearance of its ICE sibling. The only visual differences between it and the petrol version are the front grille and the 19-inch wheels. The BMW i4 is built on the same platform as the BMW 4 Series sedan, with a few changes made to accommodate the battery and its electric drivetrain. The i4 resembles its ICE sibling once again, although features like the wheels, closed front grille, and modified bumpers distinguish it from it. Despite having a conventional trunk, the XC40 Recharge and the BMW cannot be directly compared in terms of size due to the various body types.

ENGINE

	BMW I4	VOLVO XC40
Engine Type	Electric	Dual Synchronous motor with permanent magnet
Fuel Typ	Electric	Electric
Max Motor Performance	335 bhp @ 8000 rpm, 430 Nm	402 bhp 660 Nm
Driving Range (Km)	590	418
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic – Not Applicable Gears, Sport Mode	Automatic – Not Applicable Gears
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS 6
Turbocharger/Supercharger	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Battery	83.9 kWh, Lithium Ion, 398.5 Volt,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan	78 kWh, Lithium Ion, 500 kg Battery Placed Under Floor Pan

The Volvo XC40 Recharge has twin motors on each axle and a 78 kWh battery, which together provide 402 horsepower and 660 Nm of maximum torque. With a completely charged battery, the XC40 Recharge can travel 418 kilometres and accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.9 seconds (WTLP cycle).

On the other hand, the BMW i4 has an 80.7 kWh battery pack and a single motor for the rear axle. This results in a 335 horsepower and 430 Nm peak torque output for the BMW i4. This gives the BMW i4 a range of 590 km and allows it to accelerate from a standstill to 100 kmph in 5.7 seconds (WTLP cycle).

INTERIOR

BMW’s interior features 3-zone automatic air conditioning, making it feel more upscale. electric steering column adjustment (height & length) with memory, Servotronic Steering Assist, a 3-spoke sport leather steering wheel Welcome, Goodbye, Open Door & Phone Call Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting Adjusting the seat’s height, tilt, and fore-and-aft tilting the seat base and backrest two positions for the driver’s seat’s memory can be saved, Sensatec black instrument panel with a double seam of grey velour-covered floor mats, tempered safety glass was used to create the heat protection glazing. a door lock switch. As opposed to the Volvo Xc40’s ashtray and cigarette lighter, Information on the road sign, ticket holder, mirrors with lights, auto-dimming rear-view mirrors, etc.

FEATURES

I4 offers Standard equipment includes 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, keyless entry, push-button start, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, sports seats, three-zone climate control, interior ambient lighting and a powered tailgate.

Handling multimedia duties is a humungous 14.9-inch touchscreen display, powered by BMW’s latest ‘iDrive8’ software with features including satellite navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, a 10-speaker sound system.

Xc40 offers wireless phone charging, headlight washers, auto wipers, keyless entry and start and a space-saver spare.

The 9.0-inch, portrait-oriented touchscreen runs a beefy Harmon Kardon 14-speaker stereo and has DAB, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It’s a slightly confusing system – if you want to change something about the car, it can be a bit laborious getting from the main system back to CarPlay.

PRICING

The Volvo XC40 Recharge is now officially on sale in India, priced at Rs 55.90 lakh ex-showroom. This is the first fully-electric luxury vehicle to be assembled in India and bookings are open at Rs 50,000, while deliveries will begin this October. The BMW i4 electric sedan is on sale for Rs 69.90 lakh ex-showroom.

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