When the BMW CE 04 launched in 2021, it was onerous to consider it was actual. It regarded like a sci-fi film prop—low, stretched, and unapologetically futuristic. This wasn’t simply one other commuter scooter; it was BMW Motorrad’s imaginative and prescient of city mobility. And someway, it’s already been 4 years. For 2025, the CE 04 will get a couple of considerate updates, and fortunately, its daring design stays intact.
There are not any mechanical adjustments this time, however BMW is giving consumers extra methods to personalize their electrical trip—with three new trim ranges, recent colorways, and a few surprisingly helpful options.
Similar Electrical Energy, New Character
The center of the CE 04 hasn’t modified—and that’s not a foul factor. It nonetheless runs a everlasting magnet electrical motor tucked between the body and rear wheel, pumping out 42 horsepower. If that feels like overkill for a scooter, simply wait till you twist the throttle. It’ll hit 50 km/h (about 31 mph) in 2.6 seconds, which makes it really feel extra like a silent avenue weapon than your common metropolis runabout.
There’s additionally a lower-output model with 31 hp for A1 license holders, however each variations high out at 75 mph. That’s greater than sufficient for many city and suburban roads.
As for vary, BMW quotes as much as 130 kilometers (81 miles) on a full cost with the usual battery. Plug it right into a wall socket and also you’re taking a look at 4 hours and 20 minutes for a full recharge. However if you happen to’ve obtained entry to a 6.9 kW charger, you might be again on the street in simply 1 hour and 40 minutes—or 45 minutes if you happen to solely want a fast top-up to 80 p.c.
Three Trims, Three Moods
What’s new for 2025 is selection. BMW now affords the CE 04 in three trims: Fundamental, Avantgarde, and Unique.
- The Fundamental is clear and understated, with a Lightwhite physique, a black/gray seat, and a transparent windshield. It’s the no-nonsense choice—however nonetheless removed from boring.
- The Avantgarde dials issues up with Gravity Blue metallic matte paint, Sao Paulo Yellow accents, and a tinted yellow windshield. There’s even a laser-engraved rear wheel. It’s a press release piece, no query.
- The Unique trim goes in a extra elegant path with Area Silver paint, a taller windshield with built-in hand guards, and heated grips and seats. The seat additionally will get embroidered CE 04 branding, which is a pleasant contact.
Extra Tech Than Most Vehicles
BMW Motorrad didn’t maintain again on the tech, both. Each CE 04 comes with a crisp 10.25-inch TFT colour show that may now present full-screen navigation maps—no additional mount or cellphone app wanted. That’s a primary for the mannequin and an enormous win for usability.
Lighting is all-LED, with particular “Welcome” and “Goodbye” animations once you flip it on or off. Riders additionally get three commonplace drive modes—Eco, Rain, and Street—with a fourth (Dynamic) out there as an choice. You may as well spec out BMW’s Computerized Stability Management (ASC) and Dynamic Traction Management (DTC), that are extra frequent on huge bikes than scooters.
Practicality hasn’t been forgotten. There’s a entrance storage cubby and a facet compartment that may maintain a helmet—and sure, you possibly can open it whereas seated. A USB-C port makes it simple to cost your cellphone on the go, and the bigger windshield from the Unique trim can also be out there as an choice on the opposite fashions.
Nonetheless a Chief in Its Class
The CE 04 has already develop into the best-selling scooter in its energy class (over 11 kW), and with these updates, BMW clearly needs to maintain that title. It nonetheless seems like nothing else on the street, and it nonetheless turns heads wherever it goes.
Manufacturing continues in Berlin, on the identical facility the place BMW builds its bikes. U.S. pricing begins at $12,390, however let’s be trustworthy—add a couple of choices like heated grips, that larger show, or a fast charger, and also you’ll be nearer to $14K or past.
