BMW’s electrified M lineup just got a jolt of extra juice. After retiring the i4 M50 from European markets earlier this year, BMW is officially ushering in its successor — the 2026 i4 M60 — for U.S. buyers. Think of it as the same sleek four-door fastback, only now it’s had an extra shot of electricity and attitude.
The new M60 nameplate isn’t just a marketing shuffle. Beneath the skin, BMW has cranked up the twin-motor setup to 510 horsepower, a healthy 41-hp gain over the outgoing M50. Dial it into its most aggressive drive mode, and that figure swells to 593 horsepower, a full 57 hp stronger than before. That’s proper M-car territory, and it shows in the stopwatch: BMW claims 0–60 mph in 3.6 seconds, a time that edges dangerously close to the gas-burning M3 Competition xDrive.
Despite the added punch, BMW didn’t forget about efficiency. With new software tuning and wheel-specific optimization, the M60 on 19-inch wheels now squeezes out 278 miles of range—that’s 11 miles more than before. Go for the larger 20-inch setup, and you’ll still net a modest five-mile improvement, for a total of 232 miles.
Production for the U.S. begins this month, and BMW’s configurator is already live for eager buyers. Pricing kicks off at $71,875, including destination. As a sweetener, BMW throws in two years or 1,000 kWh of complimentary Electrify America charging, which should help offset a few spirited road trips.
The Base i4 Gets Smarter, Too
It’s not just the M60 stealing the spotlight. The 2026 i4 eDrive40 gets meaningful upgrades of its own, thanks to the introduction of silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors, improving power efficiency. Range now stretches to 333 miles on 18-inch wheels, a 15-mile bump, while the 19-inch version manages 307 miles, up by 12. Prices start at $59,075, and all models now come with a Seal & Drive Tire Kit as standard—handy for those who miss the days of a real spare tire.
Optional Flair and Functional Upgrades
Customization remains key in BMW’s playbook. Buyers can now spec optional glass controls for a touch of luxury, while the Shadowline package adds black mirror caps and M Sport brakes with signature blue calipers. Both features can also be ordered à la carte. A new Drive Recorder feature joins the Parking Assistant Professional suite, giving owners a built-in dashcam experience straight from the factory.
A Bridge to the Neue Klasse Future
As for what’s next, the i4’s future looks… transitional. BMW will introduce an all-new i3 sedan next year as part of its forward-looking Neue Klasse platform. The two will coexist briefly, but it’s hard to imagine the i4 lingering much longer once the next-gen EV architecture rolls out.
For now, though, the 2026 BMW i4 M60 stands as a fitting evolution — faster, smarter, and a little more refined — reminding enthusiasts that even in an electrified world, BMW still knows how to engineer excitement.
Source: BMW