BMW i4 vs Li Auto Mega
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | BMW i4 | Li Auto Mega | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power (hp) | 340 | 544 | -37.5% |
| Max torque (Nm) | 430 | 542 | -20.7% |
| Energy use (kWh/100km) | 16.1 | 15.9 | +1.3% |
| NCAP safety | 5★ (Euro NCAP) | 5★ (C-NCAP) | — |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | — |
| Transmission | Automatic | Single-speed | — |
| Price (USD est.) | $77,544 | $78,372 | -1.1% |
- Li Auto Mega makes about 38% more power (544 vs 340 hp).
- Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 kWh/100km against 16.1.
- Prices are converted to USD from their home markets (EU and China); taxes and availability differ by country.
Verdict: i4 or Mega?
BMW i4 advantages
- No decisive advantage on the tracked metrics.
Li Auto Mega advantages
- Engine power (+38%)
- Pulling torque (+21%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the Li Auto Mega if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Value for money
Li Auto Mega delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
BMW i4 vs Li Auto Mega: which should you choose?
BMW i4 (2026 i4 eDrive40 M Sport) — electric sedan with 340 hp and 430 Nm, rated at 16.1 kWh/100km, 5-star Euro NCAP safety; priced near $77,544 in the EU market.
Li Auto Mega (2024 Max MPV) — electric mpv with 544 hp and 542 Nm, rated at 15.9 kWh/100km, 5-star C-NCAP safety; priced near $78,372 in the China market.
BMW i4 vs Li Auto Mega: Li Auto Mega is more powerful. Li Auto Mega makes about 38% more power (544 vs 340 hp). Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 kWh/100km against 16.1.
Performance
The Li Auto Mega is the more powerful, at 544 hp against 340 hp, with 542 Nm of torque on tap. Its electric drivetrain pairs with a single-speed transmission.
Running costs
The Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, drawing 15.9 kWh/100km against 16.1 — lower charging costs and, on the same battery, more range.
Safety
BMW i4 is rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP and Li Auto Mega 5 stars by C-NCAP. Different NCAP programmes use different protocols, so same-programme comparisons are the most reliable.
Price and value
The BMW i4 lists lower at about $77,544 (USD-converted from the EU market). Factor in insurance, fuel or charging, taxes and resale — not just the sticker price.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the car comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW i4 better than the Li Auto Mega?
Li Auto Mega is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter. Li Auto Mega makes about 38% more power (544 vs 340 hp).
What is the main difference between the BMW i4 and the Li Auto Mega?
Li Auto Mega makes about 38% more power (544 vs 340 hp). Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 kWh/100km against 16.1.
Which is better value?
Li Auto Mega delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the Li Auto Mega if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Methodology
Cars are compared on manufacturer-rated maximum power and torque, certified fuel economy (km/L, converted from each market's test cycle: EPA, WLTP, CLTC, JC08/WLTC, ARAI) or EV energy use (kWh/100km), official NCAP crash-test ratings from the model's home-market programme, and list prices converted to USD at recent exchange rates. Each model shows its newest listed year and its highest-priority market trim. Test cycles differ between regions, so cross-market economy figures are directional rather than exact; prices exclude local taxes and incentives.