The 2022 BMW i4 M50 has been tested and is an EV M3

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the i4 M50 offers a thrilling driving experience and outperforms the M3 Competition in acceleration while being more affordable.

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The dual-motor configuration in the i4 M50 delivers an impressive 536 horsepower and 586 pound-feet of torque, outshining the M3 Competition.

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