# Electric Concept Coupes The BMW i4 Electric Car is the First All-Electric Vehicle for the Company By Justin Lam | Published 2018-03-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i4-electric-car References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/bmw-i4-electric-car-2025-release) & [paultan.org](https://paultan.org/2018/03/07/bmw-i4-confirmed-electric-sedan-set-for-production/) At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60) has finally announced the release of its all-new BMW i4 electric Car. The announcement of this new vehicle was part of a greater address that outlined the automaker's goal of having 25 electrified models by 2025. The BMW i4 will be one of 12 pure electric models in the line-up. All of the proposed vehicles will feature the brand's next-gen battery technology that will begin to appear BMW electric vehicles starting around 2020. The new BMW i4 electric car will be styled as a four-door Gran Coupe in the same way as the 4 Series Gran Coupe and 6 Series Gran Coupe. While internal specs of the car have not been released, BMW has stated that the vehicle will be capable of a 600 km operating range on a single charge, 0-100 km/h in four seconds and a [top speed of 200 km/h](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-9-gt). Image Credit: BMW ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Vehicle Revolution:** The release of the BMW i4 electric car highlights the ongoing trend of automakers embracing electric vehicles, signaling a shift towards a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly future. - **Next-gen Battery Technology:** The incorporation of BMW's next-gen battery technology in their electric vehicles opens up opportunities for advancements in energy storage and efficiency, revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry. - **Luxury Electric Cars:** The BMW i4 electric car represents a growing trend in the luxury car market, as more upscale automakers enter the electric vehicle segment with stylish and high-performance offerings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry needs to adapt to the rising demand for electric vehicles by investing in new technologies and infrastructure to support the growing market. - **Battery Technology:** The development of next-gen batteries for electric vehicles presents a significant opportunity for battery technology companies to innovate and create more advanced and efficient energy storage solutions. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can capitalize on the growing market for upscale electric cars by incorporating sustainable materials and cutting-edge design features into their products, appealing to eco-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Theatre-Equipped Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60.md) - [Ultra-Sporty EV Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bmw-i3.md) - [Ultra-Sporty Luxury Sedan EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive.md) - [Sleek Premium EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-neue-klasse.md) - [Performance-Focused Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-m60.md) - [Futuristic Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-xm.md) - [Powerful Plug-In Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550e-xdrive.md) - [Dynamic Electric Car Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-countryman.md) - [Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-Mini-Countryman-SUV.md)