2026 BMW i4 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
The BMW i4 wins clearly, 71.2 to 62.9, on price, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on tech & comfort and performance. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.4 and it flips.
2026 BMW i4
The 2026 BMW i4 is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 7 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 …
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact sedan with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the AMG GT 43 (…
2026 BMW i4
Clear winThe BMW i4 wins clearly, 71.2 to 62.9, on price, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on tech & comfort and performance. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.4 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2026 BMW i4overall 71.2 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GToverall 62.9 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 28.6 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 17.1 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 80 | 85.2 | ||||||||||||
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 | 53.9 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 3.6 | 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 | 71.2 | 62.9 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
BMW i4: base trim i4 eDrive40 RWD · Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: base trim AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.4 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 BMW i4 wins
- It starts $144,300 lower ($57,900 against $202,200 base MSRP).
- It costs $3,250 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $3,900).
- It is rated 118 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT answers
- It lists 2 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (14 points against 0.5 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
28 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $57,900 | $202,200 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 8 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,982 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Single all-electric motor | Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 603 hp |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 14 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 118 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 20 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | 1 | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | — | 53.3 in |
| Overall length | — | 186 in |
| Overall width | — | 78.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 11.3 cu-ft |
| Headroom | ||
| Third-row headroom | 36.6 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 4,273 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Aluminum double wishbones with AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL, anti-dive control, coil springs and adaptive adjustable damping |
| Rear suspension type | — | AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL with active anti-roll stabilization, coil springs and adaptive adjustable damping |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 419 mm |
| Front brake type | — | Carbon ceramic disc with 6-piston fixed calipers |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 361 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | Carbon ceramic disc with 1-piston sliding calipers |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 21 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | Front: 295/30 R 21 / Rear: 305/30 R 21 |
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
44 features · differences first, then sharedSafety4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Surround View 360° Camera | — | std |
| AMG Carbon Ceramic High Performance Composite Brake System with AMG Black Brake Calipers | — | std |
| Drive Recorder (added to Parking Assistant Professional package) | opt | — |
| Driver Assistance Package | — | opt |
Infotainment9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 11.9-inch Central Multimedia Display | — | std |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Multiple Finishes with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons | — | std |
| AMG Track PACE | — | std |
| Burmester® High-End 3D Surround Sound System | — | opt |
| Burmester® Surround Sound System | — | std |
| Head-Up Display | — | std |
| Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging | — | std |
| MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), and AMG-Specific Displays and Functions | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | — | std |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | — | std |
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | — | std |
| "+2" Rear Seats with Folding Backrests (no cost option) | — | opt |
| AMG Performance Seats with Additional Adjustability | — | std |
Interior4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Microfiber/Carbon Fiber Design | — | opt |
| Glass Controls | opt | — |
| MANUFAKTUR Microfiber Headliner | — | opt |
Exterior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 21-inch AMG Forged Split 5-Spoke Wheels in Additional Finishes | — | opt |
| 21-inch AMG Forged Split 5-Spoke Wheels in Matte Grey (exclusive to AMG GT 63 PRO) | — | std |
| AMG Aerodynamics Package | — | std |
| AMG Carbon Fiber Package | — | std |
| AMG Extended Night Package | — | std |
| DIGITAL LIGHT Headlamps | — | std |
| Fixed Panoramic Sunroof | — | opt |
| MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Paints (more than 50 choices) | — | opt |
| Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R Extreme Performance Sport Tires (no cost option) | — | opt |
| Seal & Drive Tire Kit | std | — |
| Shadowline package (Black mirror caps and M Sport brakes with blue callipers) | opt | — |
Powertrain9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Performance 4MATIC+ Fully Variable All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package with AMG Dynamic Engine Mounts, Electronically Controlled AMG Limited Slip Rear Differential, RACE Drive Program with Drift mode, and Lowered Suspension | — | std |
| AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with Integrated AMG DYNAMICS | — | std |
| AMG Performance Exhaust | — | std |
| AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G Transmission | — | std |
| Electronically Controlled AMG Limited Slip Rear Differential | — | std |
| Enhanced Cooling Package for Engine, Drivetrain and Brakes | — | std |
| Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo Engine with Bespoke Tuning Delivers 603 hp and 627 lb-ft | — | std |
| Silicon carbide (SiC) inverters | std | — |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5-Degree Active Rear Axle Steering | — | std |
| AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Active Roll Stabilization | — | std |
| Front Axle Lift System (enables front end to raise by 1.2 inches making it easier to enter steep driveways or drive over speed bumps) | — | opt |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPBMW i4
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 26V281000 · 144,049 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| BMW i4i4 eDrive40 RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $57,900 (base trim) | $202,200 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $57,900 – $70,700 3 trims | $202,200 1 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | AMG GT 43 4matic Plus |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 118 | 21 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $3,900 |
| EV range | 333 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 BMW i4 or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
The BMW i4 wins clearly, 71.2 to 62.9, on price, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on tech & comfort and performance. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.4 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 BMW i4 scores 71.2 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 62.9. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 BMW i4 or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
The 2026 BMW i4 starts lower — $57,900 against $202,200, a gap of $144,300 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 BMW i4 or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
2026 BMW i4: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 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 2026 BMW i4 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Where the 2026 BMW i4 wins: it starts $144,300 lower ($57,900 against $202,200 base MSRP), costs $3,250 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $3,900), and is rated 118 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT answers: it lists 2 standard driver-assist features against 0 and lists more comfort and tech equipment (14 points against 0.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).