Comparison
BMW i4 vs Ford F-150 Lightning
Static side-by-side comparison using range, charging, value, efficiency, performance, and utility metrics.
BMW i4: 4.2 Ford F-150 Lightning: 3
Spec matrix
Specs comparison
| Spec | BMW i4 | Ford F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | 4WD ER1 |
| MSRP (USD) | — | — |
| Range | 318 mi (EPA) | 320 mi (EPA) |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 479 Wh/mi • 2.09 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 130 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | Unknown | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Truck |
| DC max | 250 kW | 433 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 19 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 50 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 51.9 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 57 mi |
| USD per mile of range | — | — |
| 0–60 mph | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Cargo | — | — |
| Tow rating | — | — |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Ford F-150 Lightning if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 318 mi).
- Choose BMW i4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 30 min vs 50 min).
Weighted verdict
BMW i4 has the stronger weighted profile (4.2 vs 3).
BMW i4
4.2
Ford F-150 Lightning
3
Best for X
Best for range
Ford F-150 Lightning
320
Best for charging speed
BMW i4
30
Best for value
—
Insufficient data
Best for performance
—
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Tie
50 utility index
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