2026 BMW i4 Interior: Curved Display, iDrive 8.5 & Cabin Features
The 2026 BMW i4 places a single curved glass panel across the dashboard. It houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen that run BMW Operating System 8.5. Climate and seat-heating controls work by touch on the screen or by voice.
Want to sit in the cockpit and try the interface yourself? Visit our showroom at 3060 Adams St in Riverside. You can also call our sales team at (888) 713-6529 to arrange a walkthrough.
How Does BMW Operating System 8.5 Work in the 2026 i4?
QuickSelect and the iDrive Controller
BMW Operating System 8.5 uses a QuickSelect start screen that gives you faster access to entertainment, contacts and vehicle settings. You can run it by touch or with the rotary dial, the physical iDrive controller on the center console. The controller lets you scroll through menus by feel.
Smartphone Integration and Voice Control
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard and connect wirelessly. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant responds to spoken commands, so many tasks can be handled by voice. To see how this system compares with BMW’s newer software, read how BMW’s 2026 operating systems compare.
Standard Driver-Assistance Alerts
Blind-spot detection and lane-departure warning are standard on every 2026 i4.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
What Seating and Upholstery Options Are Available in the 2026 BMW i4?
The 2026 i4 seats five. Perforated SensaTec synthetic leather is standard, and Vernasca leather is available in five colors.
SensaTec (Standard)
- Black
- Canberra Beige
- Cognac
- Tacora Red
Vernasca Leather (Available)
- Black
- Black with Blue Contrast Stitching
- Black with Red Highlight
- Mocha
- Oyster
Front Seat Comfort
The front sport seats come standard with power adjustment, power lumbar support and two driver memory settings. Heated front seats are standard, and front ventilated seats are available. An available SensaTec-wrapped dashboard and the unique interior trim choices of the M Sport Package let you tailor the look of the cabin.
Cargo Space and Rear Seat
Behind the rear seats, the liftback opens to 16.6 cubic feet of cargo space. The rear seatback folds in three sections. Fold down the center section for long items while two rear passengers stay seated.
Which Cabin Features Are Standard on the 2026 BMW i4?
The eDrive40 and xDrive40 are equipped the same, and the M60 includes everything they have. Here is how key cabin features are offered.
| Feature | Availability | How It’s Offered |
|---|---|---|
| BMW Curved Display (12.3-inch cluster + 14.9-inch touchscreen) | Standard | All trims |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Standard | All trims |
| Heated front seats | Standard | All trims |
| Driver memory settings | Standard | All trims |
| Front ventilated seats | Available | Stand-alone option |
| Head-up display | Available | Premium Package or stand-alone |
| harman/kardon surround sound | Available | Premium Package or stand-alone |
| Heated steering wheel | Available | Premium Package |
| SensaTec dashboard | Available | Stand-alone option |
| Vernasca leather upholstery | Available | Stand-alone option |
What Does the 2026 BMW i4 Premium Package Add?
Head-Up Display
Heated Steering Wheel
harman/kardon Surround Sound
BMW IconicSounds Electric
On the eDrive40 and xDrive40, the Premium Package bundles four comfort and technology upgrades. They are a head-up display, a heated steering wheel, a harman/kardon surround sound system and BMW IconicSounds Electric. On the M60, the package includes the first three. The head-up display projects key driving information onto the windshield in your line of sight. The head-up display and the harman/kardon system can also be ordered on their own.
What Does the i4 M60 Add to the Cabin?
For 2026, the M60 replaced the M50 at the top of the i4 lineup. It includes the M Sport Package as standard, which brings an M steering wheel and unique interior trim choices. M60 availability is limited, so check our current i4 inventory for M60 models in stock. For powertrain and pricing details on every trim, see our 2026 BMW i4 trims and pricing guide.
Explore the 2026 BMW i4 Cabin at BMW of Riverside
Our team at BMW of Riverside can walk you through upholstery combinations, interior trim choices and the Premium Package. You can also try QuickSelect and the iDrive controller in person. Visit us at 3060 Adams St in Riverside, call (888) 713-6529, or read our 2026 BMW i4 overview for the full lineup story. Drivers from Riverside and Corona can see the cabin up close in one visit.
Common Questions About the 2026 BMW i4 Interior
Does the 2026 BMW i4 touchscreen also work with a physical controller?
Yes. The 14.9-inch touchscreen in the 2026 BMW i4 works with both touch input and the rotary iDrive controller, so you can tap the screen directly or scroll through menus by feel.
Is a head-up display standard on the 2026 BMW i4?
No. A head-up display is available as part of the Premium Package or as a stand-alone option. When equipped, it projects key driving information onto the windshield in the driver’s line of sight.
How much cargo space does the 2026 BMW i4 have?
The 2026 BMW i4 has 16.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, reached through a wide liftback. The rear seatback folds in three sections, so you can fold down the center section for long items while still seating two rear passengers.
Disclaimers
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.