Pros: Fantastic ride and handling balance; fine build quality; engines supply both good power and fuel economy; racetrack-ready performance in M4 models
Cons: Prices rise quickly with options; limited rear-seat space, even in Gran Coupe 4-door model; many drivers find engine stop/start feature annoying
CG Says: For 2016, BMW’s 4-Series coupes and convertibles get standard 18-inch wheels, alarm system, and “Sport Line” interior and exterior trim. A revamped Track Handling Package includes upgraded brakes, adaptive suspension, and variable-ratio steering. The ‘Gran Coupe” 4-door hatchback sedan shuffles some standard equipment and can also be had with the Track Handling Package. The ultra-performance M4 gets an available Competition Package that includes adaptive suspension, 20-inch wheels, lightweight seats, sport exhaust system, and a horsepower bump to 444 hp. Also new is a limited-edition, track-ready M4 GTS model with 493 horsepower. As with its 3-Series sedan siblings, the 4-Series’s ride and handling balance is outstanding, and its powertrains supply impressive power with surprisingly good fuel economy. Prices are steep, however… expect to pay a premium over a comparably equipped 3-Series models. The 4-Series Gran Coupe has a confusing name, but it offers sleek styling and hatchback versatility at prices that aren’t out of line with the “true” coupe models. The M4 coupe and convertible offer world-class, track-taming performance and sophistication, albeit at a stiff price premium.
| Class | Premium Sporty/Performance Car |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible, 4-door hatchback sedan |
| Passenger Count | 4 (5 in Gran Coupe) |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Nation of Manufacture | Germany |
| Base Prices | 428i coupe: $41,850 AWD 428i coupe: $43,850 428i convertible: $50,000 AWD 428i convertible: $52,000 435i coupe: $48,150 AWD 435i coupe: $50,150 435i convertible: $56,950 AWD 435i convertible: $58,950 428i Gran Coupe: $41,650 AWD 428i Gran Coupe: $43,650 435i Gran Coupe: $47,950 AWD 435i Gran Coupe: $49,950 M4 coupe: $65,700 M4 convertible: $74,200 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 240 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual (not available in all models) |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21-23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 33-35 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder |
| Horsepower 300 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual (not available in all models) |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19-21 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 28-31 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder |
| Horsepower 425 (444 w/ Competition Package) |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24-26 |
