A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
2.0L SWB Titanium X 8ATDiesel8-Speed AutomaticCurrent
ZAR 1,278,500ex-showroom
⚡ 125 kW🔧 390 Nm⛽ 13.5 km/l
＋Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
BMW i4 vs Ford Tourneo Custom: the short answer
i4 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Tourneo Custom remains close.
Tourneo Custom starts ZAR 424,500 cheaperi4 from ZAR 1,500,000 · Tourneo Custom from ZAR 1,075,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
Swipe sideways to compare every column
Specification
i4
Tourneo Custom
Maximum Power
i4442 kW
Tourneo Custom125 kW
Maximum Torque
i4795 Nm
Tourneo Custom390 Nm
Engine Size
i4Not Applicable
Tourneo Custom1996 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
i4Not Applicable
Tourneo Custom13.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
i4140 mm
Tourneo Custom130 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
BMW i4
M60 xDrive Gran Coupé
Hagalu editorial rating
3.9/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
i4
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Tourneo Custom
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
i4
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Tourneo Custom
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Open a category, then swipe sideways to compare every column
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Model Introduced Year
2021
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Battery-electric G26 Gran Coupé with four doors, a rear liftback and a road-car seating position.
Current South African Tourneo Custom listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current updated G26-based i4 Gran Coupé range in South Africa; current derivative identity is eDrive35 and M60 xDrive.
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
MPV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Premium Sedan
Passenger van
Vehicle Type
Car
MPV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Wheelbase Type
-
Short wheelbase
Tare Mass Kg
-
Kerb not published; GVM 3200 kg
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Length
4783 mm
5050 mm
Width
1852 mm
2032 mm
Height
1448 mm
1979 mm
Wheelbase
2856 mm
3100 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
140 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
470 l
482 l
Kerb Weight
2285 kg
1559 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2730 kg
3200 kg
Payload Capacity
520 kg
454 kg
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
8 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
994 mm
996 mm
Rear Headroom
944 mm
957 mm
Front Legroom
1036 mm
1048 mm
Rear Legroom
888 mm
890 mm
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Engine
BMW eDrive electric drive
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Electric
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1996 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Inline
Valves
Not Applicable
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
10.5:1
Bore
Not Applicable
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Applicable
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
442 kW
125 kW
Maximum Torque
795 Nm
390 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
2
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Front and rear axles
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
250 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
3.7 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
12.2 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow, Haul and Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
220 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
64.8 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
400 V
Not Applicable
Electric Range
485 km (BMW stated)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
11 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
130 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
6 h 30 min
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
30 min
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive
RWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Final Drive Ratio
Yes
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic selector
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
AWD
RWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Yes
Rear driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
1
8
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
13.5 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
11.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
15.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
13.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
CCS Combo
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
0
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
485-544 km (BMW stated)
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
16.3–18.3
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
360 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
420 km
Not Applicable
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Airbags
6
Front, side and curtain airbags
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
AEB
Yes
Yes
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Yes
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Yes
Yes
Around View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Auto Lights
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Front and rear
Parking Sensor
-
Front and rear
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Collision Mitigation
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Digital rear-view camera
Reverse Camera Type
-
Digital rear-view camera
Reversing Camera
-
Digital rear-view camera
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Seat Material
Leather 'Vernasca' Black with contrast stitching Blue
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Yes
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
Yes
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric with driver memory
Power adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric multi-way
Power adjustment
Seat Trim
Yes
Leather-accented upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
-
Front and rear
Instrument Cluster Type
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Tourneo Custom grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Climate Control
Standard
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Yes
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Glass sunroof, electric (no sliding-roof function)
No
Electric Tailgate
No
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
AC Type
Standard
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Load Bed Length
-
2622 mm
Load Bed Width
-
1392 mm
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Dual-zone automatic
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Standard
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
2622 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
1392 mm
Manual Aircon
-
Dual-zone automatic
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Front and rear
Source Model Column
-
tourneo-custom
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Comfort Access
Yes
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Infotainment System
Widescreen Display
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
6
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
2
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen
14.9
12
Touchscreen
14.9
12
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
14.9
12
Infotainment Display
-
Ford SYNC 4
Rear Usb
-
Front and rear
Display Audio
-
Ford SYNC 4
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Front and rear
Multi Information Display
-
12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Yes
No
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple manufacturer colours
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
No
Body Type
-
MPV
DRL
Standard
LED daytime running lights
Led Headlights
Yes
Yes
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED daytime running lights
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Headlamp Levelling
-
Standard
Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlight Type
Yes
Yes
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
4WD System Type
All-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Tyre Size
225/50 R18
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
18" M aerodynamic wheels 858 M Bicolour with MT
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Not Applicable
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Front Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Maintenance Plan
-
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Ownership Role
Private, business and fleet
Flagship
Price Zar
1750000 ZAR
1278500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current recommended retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1750000
1278500
Starting Price Zar
1750000
1278500
Spec
i4
Tourneo Custom
Warranty
Yes
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
Yes
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
Yes
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
Yes
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This i4 and Tourneo Custom comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: i4 100 vs Tourneo Custom 66.
Efficiency index: i4 90 vs Tourneo Custom 57.
Safety-equipment index: i4 92 vs Tourneo Custom 93.
Practicality index: i4 61 vs Tourneo Custom 70.
Ownership-cover index: i4 not separately scored vs Tourneo Custom not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Model imagery
i4 and Tourneo Custom image comparison
Open an image for its full canonical file or visit the model page for the complete vehicle record.
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
i4 leads by 14 points
i4 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Tourneo Custom remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
i4
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
Tourneo Custom
Performance
66/100
Efficiency
57/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
70/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexBMW i4
leads the specification evidence index with 86 pts
vs 72 pts for Tourneo Custom
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, i4 leads. However, Tourneo Custom may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Compare
Request dealer offers
Let's discuss your next car
Share your interest so Hagalu can follow up about quotations and available discounts. The dealer confirms stock, price and terms.
✓
We've Got Your Details!
Your enquiry has reached Hagalu for follow-up. Any dealer offer will be confirmed separately by the seller.
