Head-to-head
2025 BMW i4 vs 2025 Toyota Corolla
The BMW i4 wins clearly, 87.1 to 72.8, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on tech & comfort and safety.
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2025 BMW i4
The 2025 BMW i4 is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 8 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 …
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B2025 Toyota Corolla
The 2025 Toyota Corolla is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact sedan with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Corolla Hybrid (…
Verdict · default weights
2025 BMW i4
Clear winThe BMW i4 wins clearly, 87.1 to 72.8, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on tech & comfort and safety.
Fuel & range 2025 BMW i4 leads by 53.6
Performance 2025 BMW i4 leads by 38.7
Tech & comfort 2025 Toyota Corolla leads by 13
| Category · weight | 2025 BMW i4overall 87.1 | 2025 Toyota Corollaoverall 72.8 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 46.4 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 71 | 77.9 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 61.3 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 87 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 87.1 | 72.8 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
BMW i4: base trim 430i Gran Coupe RWD · Toyota Corolla: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 BMW i4 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 42 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 116 combined against 50 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,350).
Where the 2025 Toyota Corolla answers
- It lists 30 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (27 points against 23.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
41 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $22,325 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,987 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder with 48V mild hybrid | 2.0-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 169 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 32 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 41 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | — | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | — | 182 in |
| Overall width | — | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 88.6 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 2,955 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 2,955 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Torsion beam rear suspension |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 35.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 274 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 259 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 16 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P205/55R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 13.2 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 120 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
116 features · differences first, then sharedSafety33 differ · 33 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, with low light pedestrian detection and daytime cyclist detection | — | std |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and road edge detection with Sway Warning System | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor on all passenger belts | — | std |
| Adjustable front shoulder anchors, driver and front passenger seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High Beams | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | opt |
| Child-protector rear door locks | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats | — | std |
| Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column | — | std |
| Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones with side-impact door beams | — | std |
| Front passenger seat cushion airbag | — | std |
| Head-impact protection structure | — | std |
| High-tensile-strength steel body panels | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | — | std |
| Integrated backup camera with projected path | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Parking Assistant Plus (optional) | opt | — |
| Remote 3D View and Remote Inside View (with optional Parking Assistant Plus) | opt | — |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | — | std |
Infotainment22 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote pre-conditioning/engine start via My BMW App | std | — |
| BMW Maps cloud-based navigation system with real-time information | std | — |
| Remote door lock/unlock via My BMW App | std | — |
| Vehicle location via My BMW App | std | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | std | — |
| BMW Curved Display (BMW iDrive with QuickSelect, BMW Operating System 8.5) | std | — |
| BMW iDrive Controller | std | — |
| BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant voice control | std | — |
| BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant with choice of two graphic styles | std | — |
| BMW Live Cockpit Plus (standard) with BMW Maps navigation | std | — |
| BMW Live Cockpit Professional with full-color BMW Head-Up Display and Augmented View | opt | — |
| BMW Operating System 8.5 with over-the-air update capability | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | opt |
| Multifunction buttons on steering wheel (illuminated) | std | — |
| My BMW App (iOS and Android) with charging status, remote functions, My Trips/Efficiency Trainer | std | — |
| QR code BMW ID sign-in for personal profile import and key linking | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | opt |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Two front USB-C ports | — | std |
| Two rear USB-C ports | — | std |
| Wi-Fi Connect — With AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming with Apple Music® and Amazon Music compatibility. Subscription required. 30 days or up to 3GB trial included. 4G network dependent. | std | std |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, and trunk-release functions | — | opt |
| Front and rear power windows with one-touch auto up/down | — | std |
| LE Convenience Package: Includes Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start; Blind spot warning indicators on color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | opt |
| LE Premium Package: Includes Smart Key System, 16-in. alloy wheels and P205/55R16 tires, blind spot warning indicators on color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert; and Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging | — | opt |
| Multi-function in-key remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic, and trunk-release functions | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with automatic locking feature | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter, and push-button controls | — | std |
| Digital automatic climate control (touchscreen-operated via BMW Curved Display) | std | — |
Seating6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cup holders | — | std |
| Heated driver and front passenger seats | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Sport seats in perforated Sensatec (standard) | std | — |
| Vernasca leather trim with decorative quilting (optional) | opt | — |
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cup holders | — | std |
Interior18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Steering wheel heating (operable via BMW Curved Display or voice command) | std | — |
| Center console with storage compartment | — | std |
| Digital clock | — | std |
| Fineline Light open-pored fine wood trim (new) | opt | — |
| Front- and rear-door storage pockets | — | std |
| Galvanic finish for gear selector, BMW iDrive Controller, and Start/Stop button (optional) | opt | — |
| Grey Blue Ash open-pored fine wood trim (new) | opt | — |
| M Fine Brushed Aluminum interior trim (new) | opt | — |
| Overhead console with maplights | — | std |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | — | std |
| Premium instrumentation cluster with speedometer and tachometer, coolant temperature, 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster with customizable settings, odometer, tripmeters, outside temperature, current/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, elapsed time, shift-position indicator; hybrid system power meter (hybrid models only), TPMS, Eco Mode indicator, one-touch 3-blink lane-change turn signal indicator, and warning messages | — | std |
| Three-spoke M leather steering wheel with flat-bottom rim and black center stripe (standard on i4 M50 xDrive and M440i; with M Sport Package on others) | opt | — |
| Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist controls | — | std |
| Two front cup holders | — | std |
| Two rear cup holders | — | std |
| Two-spoke steering wheel with polygonal rim and illuminated multifunction buttons (standard) | std | — |
| Day/night rearview mirror | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors | — | opt |
Exterior22 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| Power-folding outside mirrors | std | — |
| 16-in. alloy wheels and P205/55R16 tires | — | opt |
| 16-in. steel wheels with covers and P205/55R16 tires | — | std |
| 19-inch M Aero bi-color wheels (with M Sport Package) | opt | — |
| 20-inch BMW Individual Aero bi-color wheels in double-spoke design (M440i and 430i with M Sport Package) | opt | — |
| Adaptive Full LED Headlights (standard on i4 M50 xDrive and M440i; optional via Shadowline Package on others) | opt | — |
| Black front grille | — | std |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with Blind Spot Monitor warning indicators | std | opt |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with Blind Spot Monitor warning indicators | — | opt |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed power outside mirrors | — | std |
| Color-keyed roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | — | std |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Laserlight taillights (with Adaptive Full LED Headlights) | opt | — |
| LED headlights | — | std |
| LED taillights and stop lights | — | std |
| M high-gloss Shadowline with extended elements (optional) | opt | — |
| M Sport Package (optional) including front apron with large side air intakes, Black high-gloss diffuser element, M leather three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel | opt | — |
| Rain-sensing windshield wipers | std | — |
| Welcome Light animation (headlights activate within 10 feet of driver/key) | std | — |
| Rear window defogger with timer | — | std |
| LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | — | std |
| 48V mild hybrid (MHEV) technology with 48V starter generator (11 hp boost) | std | — |
| 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission | std | — |
| Automatic engine shutoff | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPBMW i4
Safety Signal 85 B
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 12 · 3 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Power Train (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Steering (2)
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 25V906000 · 1 vehicles
- high Electrical System 25V395000 · 71,286 vehicles
Toyota Corolla
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 42 · 10 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (10), Service Brakes (8), Unspecified (7)
Top recalls
- high Service Brakes, Electric 24V708000 · 145,383 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| BMW i4430i Gran Coupe RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $22,325 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 5 trims | $22,325 – $28,190 9 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) | Corolla Hybrid (Normal/Eco Modes) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 116 | 50 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $1,350 |
| EV range | 266 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 BMW i4 or the 2025 Toyota Corolla?
The BMW i4 wins clearly, 87.1 to 72.8, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on tech & comfort and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 BMW i4 scores 87.1 and the 2025 Toyota Corolla 72.8. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 BMW i4 or the 2025 Toyota Corolla?
2025 BMW i4: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 2 recalls. 2025 Toyota Corolla: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 BMW i4 and the 2025 Toyota Corolla?
Where the 2025 BMW i4 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 42 filed with NHTSA), is rated 116 combined against 50 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,350). Where the 2025 Toyota Corolla answers: it lists 30 standard driver-assist features against 0 and lists more comfort and tech equipment (27 points against 23.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).