Estimated value by year
New
$57,000
MSRP
1 yr
$38,760
-32%
2 yrs
$34,770
-39%
3 yrs
$31,350
-45%
5 yrs
$23,940
-58%
10 yrs
$12,540
-78%
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Full Depreciation Table — BMW i4
Based on base MSRP of $57,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $49,590 | $57,000 | $63,840 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -32% | $33,721 | $38,760 | $43,411 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -39% | $30,250 | $34,770 | $38,942 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -45% | $27,274 | $31,350 | $35,112 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -51% | $24,299 | $27,930 | $31,282 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -58% | $20,828 | $23,940 | $26,813 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -62% | $18,844 | $21,660 | $24,259 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -66% | $16,861 | $19,380 | $21,706 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -70% | $14,877 | $17,100 | $19,152 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -74% | $12,893 | $14,820 | $16,598 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -78% | $10,910 | $12,540 | $14,045 |
Cost per year
$6,612
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$31,350 saves $25,650
Value at 10 yrs
$12,540
78% of value gone
Key Specs — BMW i4
Category
Electric
Base MSRP
$57,000
5-Year Depreciation
58%
vs Category Avg
0% better than average
Expected Lifespan
300,000+ miles (battery dependent)
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used BMW i4?
The sweet spot for buying a used i4 is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $25,650 off the new price while still getting a relatively modern vehicle. This model depreciates heavily, which makes the used market excellent value. A 3-year-old example can be significantly cheaper than new.
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