Vehicle Overview
What it is: The BMW 4 Series debuted for 2014 as a replacement for the previous-generation 3 Series coupe and convertible. The 4 Series also includes the high-performance M4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe, a four-door model with coupe like styling.
Power comes from turbocharged four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines, and rear- and all-wheel-drive versions are available. Competitors include the Audi A5 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
(Skip to details on the 4 Series Gran Coupe and M4)
New for 2017
Two new engines bring more power and new model nomenclature. A 248-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder replaces a turbo 2.0-liter that had 240 hp, and the model designation changes from 428i to 430i. Six-cylinder models have a new 320-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, replacing a 300-hp six-cylinder of the same size, and these models are now designated 440i instead of 435i. Wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot are new options.
Significant Standard Features
- Power-adjustable seats
- Split-folding rear seat
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- Power moonroof (coupe)
- Power-retractable hardtop (convertible)
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 248-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (430i)
- 320-hp, turbocharged six-cylinder engine (440i)
- Six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear- or all-wheel drive
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Side, top-view and backup cameras
- Wireless phone charging
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Head-up display
- Blind spot warning system
- Lane departure warning
- Harman Kardon premium stereo
With the same length, width, wheelbase and track as the two-door coupe but a bit more headroom, the 4 Series Gran Coupe sports a tall hatchback sedan profile and 45.9 cubic feet of luggage space. Like the 4 Series coupe and convertible, it’s offered in four-cylinder 430i and six-cylinder 440i form.
What’s Special
- Hatchback versatility with the look of a coupe
- 40-20-40-split rear seatbacks
- Eight-speed automatic transmission standard
- Rear- or all-wheel drive
The high-performance M4 is available in coupe or convertible form and competes with the Cadillac ATS-V and Lexus RC F. For 2017, the adaptive M suspension is standard instead of optional, and wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot are included in the Executive Package.
What’s Special
- Standard 425-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine
- Six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
- Carbon fiber roof (coupe)
- Power-retractable hardtop (convertible)
- Available Competition Package
- Available carbon ceramic brakes
