BMW i4 value and depreciation
Known for electric gran coupe.
Projected value of a new BMW i4
We class the BMW i4 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 65% | R 975 000 | R 858 000 |
| 3 years | 42% | R 625 155 | R 550 136 |
| 5 years | 27% | R 406 929 | R 358 098 |
| 7 years | 18% | R 272 869 | R 240 125 |
| 10 years | 11% | R 161 143 | R 141 806 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 500 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The i4 is BMW's electric Gran Coupe, on sale in South Africa since 2022. It sits in showrooms alongside the 3 and 4 Series and undercuts the iX. Slow local EV uptake keeps volumes small and depreciation steep.
What used i4 years are worth today
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i4 against its rivals
Where the i4 ranks
BMW i4: common questions
What is a BMW i4 worth after 3 years?
A BMW i4 bought new today for R 1 500 000 is projected to be worth about R 625 155 after three years, which is 42% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 550 136.
Does the BMW i4 hold its value?
We class the BMW i4 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used BMW i4 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 696 172 retail today, while a 2022 model sits around R 407 140. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW i4 cost per month?
Financing a new BMW i4 at R 1 500 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 26 218 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.