2023 BMW i4
01/06/23 • 19 min
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You'd be forgiven for thinking that if a car is electric, it has to have a minimalist design, with weird door handles and every function controlled through a touchscreen. But the BMW i4 both looks and feels very much like a traditional sports car. But is that a good thing? We discuss the BMW i4 M50 we purchased for our test program, how it performs on our track, its questionable range, whether it carries on the "ultimate driving machine" lineage of its parent company, and how it compares to EV competitors from Tesla, Genesis, and Hyundai.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:13 - First Impressions: 2023 BMW i4
15:12 - Question: Why is there an additional plastic cover on all DC fast charging ports?
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2023 BMW i4
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/bmw/i4/2023/overview/
Move Over Tesla, the Electric 2022 BMW i4 Is Impressive
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybridsevs/2022-bmw-i4-review-a6698677397/
Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify for Tax Credits Under the Inflation Reduction Act
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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You'd be forgiven for thinking that if a car is electric, it has to have a minimalist design, with weird door handles and every function controlled through a touchscreen. But the BMW i4 both looks and feels very much like a traditional sports car. But is that a good thing? We discuss the BMW i4 M50 we purchased for our test program, how it performs on our track, its questionable range, whether it carries on the "ultimate driving machine" lineage of its parent company, and how it compares to EV competitors from Tesla, Genesis, and Hyundai.
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Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!
From your iOS device, iMessage us at [email protected] to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!
We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/
Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6
SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:13 - First Impressions: 2023 BMW i4
15:12 - Question: Why is there an additional plastic cover on all DC fast charging ports?
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2023 BMW i4
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/bmw/i4/2023/overview/
Move Over Tesla, the Electric 2022 BMW i4 Is Impressive
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybridsevs/2022-bmw-i4-review-a6698677397/
Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify for Tax Credits Under the Inflation Reduction Act
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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To find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become a member. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. Join now at https://www.CR.org/join
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On this episode, we recap 2022 and share our personal picks for the best and worst cars we tested this year. We also discuss the biggest trends in the auto industry, including the evolution of electric vehicles, infotainment customization and smartphone apps that enhance the ownership experience. We share what we're most looking forward to in the year ahead.
SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
1:18 - Favorite car tested in 2022
4:54 - Least favorite care tested in 2022
9:49 - Biggest surprise or disappointment
13:40 - Best looking test car of 2022
17:36 - Vehicle most likely to succeed
20:27 - Best/worst interior
22:16 - Best/worst infotainment
24:37 - Favorite trend of the year
27:28 - Cars we wish would come back
29:40 - Car the we wish would go away
33:23 - Most sought after test car among CR staff
34:05 - Which test car spent the most time at the dealer?
35:59 - Looking ahead to 2023
LINKS:
Top Picks in Autos for 2022: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/top-picks-in-autos-2022-a2329638847/
10 Most Reliable Cars: consumerreports.org/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/10-most-reliable-cars-a6569295379/
Gift guide for Car Lovers: https://www.consumerreports.org/gift-giving/gift-guide-for-car-lovers-a9537905852/
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2023 Toyota Highlander
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This week, we discuss the new Toyota Highlander. Our experts share their first impressions of the three-row SUV and talk about how the Highlander sticks to what it does best, despite its 2023 refresh. We also answer audience questions about top tier gasoline and why the Genesis GV70 SUV comes with a launch control feature.
SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - 2023 Toyota Highlander
2:12 - Highlander trims
4:34 - Our first impressions
8:28 - Powertrain
10:19 - Interior/seats
12:18 - Infotainment system
13:27 - Cargo capacity
15:03 - Would you buy a Highlander?
16:48 - Question #1: What’s top tier gas and is it important?
20:50 - Question #2: What’s launch control and is it necessary?
LINKS:
2023 Toyota Highlander: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2023/overview/
Top Tier Gasoline Worth the Extra Price; Study Shows: https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/top-tier-gasoline-worth-the-extra-price-a7682471234/
Top Tier Detergent Gasoline Brands: https://toptiergas.com/licensed-brands/
Why You Might Not actually Need Premium Gas: https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/why-you-might-not-actually-need-premium-gas-a6382185831/
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