Verdict
The BMW i4 costs RM73,000 more at RM294,800, but brings 282 hp and 400 Nm to cut the 0-100 km/h run to six seconds, against the Camry’s 201 hp, 246 Nm and 8.9 seconds. Its 70.3-kWh battery is rated for 500 km and accepts up to 180 kW DC charging, while annual road tax is only RM305 versus RM867. The Toyota counters with a 524-litre boot, 54 litres more than the BMW, a five-year manufacturer warranty and a conventional petrol refuelling routine. Pick based on charging access and pace, not body style; both seat five.
Pick the BMW i4 if you can charge an EV and want 500 km claimed range, six-second acceleration and 180 kW DC charging.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want to spend RM73,000 less, carry more in its 524-litre boot and retain petrol convenience.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Performance: BMW i4 282 hp/400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds; Toyota Camry 201 hp/246 Nm and 8.9 seconds.
- Running tax: BMW i4 road tax RM305 per year; Toyota Camry RM867 per year.
- Energy storage: BMW i4 70.3-kWh battery with 500 km EV range; Toyota Camry 60-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BMW i4 470 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Warranty: BMW i4 two-year manufacturer warranty; Toyota Camry five-year manufacturer warranty.
i4
- 500 km claimed EV range and up to 180 kW DC charging.
- 282 hp and 400 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds.
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and auto parking.
- RM73,000 dearer than the Camry.
- 470-litre boot is 54 litres smaller.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is three years shorter.
Camry
- RM221,800 price and five-year manufacturer warranty.
- 524-litre boot and 60-litre petrol tank.
- Powered passenger ottoman, rear sun shades and front foglamps.
- 0-100 km/h takes 8.9 seconds, versus 6.0 seconds for the i4.
- RM867 annual road tax is RM562 higher.
- Fixed rear seats, where the i4 has a 40:20:40 split-folding arrangement.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM294,800 | RM221,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 246 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 500 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | BMW Laser LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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i4 vs Camry FAQ
Is the BMW i4 or Toyota Camry better?
The i4 is better for buyers with reliable charging who value its 500 km claimed range, 400 Nm and six-second acceleration. The Camry is the more rational choice for a lower RM221,800 entry price, a larger 524-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i4 is RM294,800 and the Toyota Camry is RM221,800, so the i4 costs RM73,000 more.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The BMW i4 does: RM305 a year, compared with RM867 for the Toyota Camry. That is an annual difference of RM562 in the BMW’s favour.