Look past the controversially styled grille and you'll find that the 2022 4 Series convertible is actually pretty pleasant and engaging to drive. The 430i has plenty of thrust to scoot around, and the six-cylinder of the M440i is truly special. Unfortunately, the more powerful variant is saddled with a few additions that may make you question whether you really want to make the $10,000 plunge.
If you like the way the 2022 BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible look, chances are you're going to like most everything else about these athletic four-passenger cars. Based on the BMW 3 Series sedan, the 2022 4 Series is broadly appealing aside from its love-it-or-leave-it grille design. Choosing a darker color helps to minimize the bold nose's visual impact, but if BMW wanted to gift Audi and Mercedes-Benz with new customers, it could not have chosen a better method.
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This year, BMW makes minor standard and optional equipment changes to the 4 Series. It's also expanded availability of rear-wheel and all-wheel drive; there's now a rear-drive version of the M440i coupe as well as all-wheel-drive versions of the 430i and M440i convertible. As is true of the 3 Series, the BMW 4 Series is enjoyable to drive, even in base 430i form. If you're shopping for a sport-luxury coupe or convertible, the 4 Series is well worth consideration. Learn more by reading our in-depth Expert Rating below.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Cameron Rogers
Good
7.9
out of 10
We drove the 2022 BMW 4 Series on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
8/10
How does the 4 Series Convertible drive? We tested a rear-wheel-drive M440i convertible. It packs a lot of punch, and in our testing it ripped from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds — a full second quicker than a similarly equipped 430i coupe we also tested. Acceleration is punchy at highway speeds, too. It stopped from 60 mph in 109 feet, which is a few feet longer than that 430i, though the coupe weighed roughly 500 pounds less.
Unfortunately, the brakes are grabby at low speeds and require a delicate foot to slow smoothly. The automatic engine stop-start system is also clunkier in the M440i than in the 430i, and it doesn't have a dedicated disable button.
The steering is a little vague during truly spirited driving. It's a mild disappointment in a BMW, though the reality is that rivals aren't appreciably better in this regard. Handling is a 4 Series strength, with stable composure around tight bends and a seemingly high limit for traction control intervention. The eight-speed automatic shifts smoothly and always seems to be in the right gear, making this an easy car to live with.
Comfort
8.5/10
How comfortable is the 4 Series Convertible? BMW makes some of the best front seats in the business. They are comfortable and feature multiple adjustments — including side bolster angle and thigh extension — that allow you to find an ideal sitting position.
The M440i's standard adaptive suspension provides a surprisingly supple ride. Wind and tire noise is kept to a minimum too. The only real misstep is the climate system. We appreciate a tri-zone system in such a small convertible, but the automatic function bizarrely does not adjust fan speed. The sync function is also buried in a touchscreen menu.
Interior
8/10
How’s the interior? The 4 Series' cabin will be familiar to current BMW drivers but potentially daunting to those unfamiliar with BMW's design methods. There are a lot of buttons, though most controls are grouped intuitively. Similarly, the menus for the iDrive infotainment system are complex and take time to learn, but most commonly used controls are just a few clicks away. One issue for everyone is that the smartphone charging pad is located in front of the cupholders, so if you have cups in there, you can't reach your phone.
There's decent legroom up front, but the compact dimensions limit the usefulness of the rear seat. Tall drivers will find it easier to fit in the convertible than the coupe since the drop-top lacks the coupe's headroom-sapping sunroof.
Visibility out of the front isn't great. The flat hood makes placing the front of the car challenging, and the sideview mirrors can modestly obstruct your view through left turns. The convertible's thick rear roof pillars inhibit rear visibility too.
Technology
8/10
How’s the tech? Wireless smartphone connectivity through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is now standard and worked flawlessly in our test car. You can also always charge with the four USB ports and optional charging pad. The navigation system is quite helpful, even returning Yelp reviews for nonresidential destinations. Unfortunately, the screen displays too much map information. Major streets are highlighted even as you zoom out, so if you have traffic enabled, prepare for a sea of red, yellow and green.
The voice control system does a great job of recognizing spoken addresses and point-of-interest requests. The 4 Series' available Harman Kardon audio system is also impressive and produces full and immersive sound.
Storage
7.5/10
How’s the storage? The 4 Series convertible's trunk can hold 9 cubic feet of stuff, which is similar to the capacity of the Mercedes C-Class convertible and Audi A5 and S5 convertibles. The BMW's rear seats also fold down to increase carrying capacity, but the pass-through is on the narrow side. A partition in the trunk separates the cargo compartment from the area reserved for the stowed convertible top, but if you keep the top up, you can utilize the full trunk.
Interior storage is surprisingly good for a convertible of this size. There are trays and cubbies galore, and even rear passengers have storage solutions.
If you're considering a four-seater because you have kids in mind, loading a child seat shouldn't be difficult (provided you have the top down). That said, the tight quarters mean that any adult in the front will have to scoot their seat forward to make a rear child seat fit.
Fuel Economy
8.5/10
How economical is the 4 Series Convertible? The M440i convertible with the automatic transmission gets an EPA-estimated 26 mpg combined. That's great for a car with this kind of performance. The Audi S5 is 3 mpg less efficient and the Mercedes-AMG C 43 is down 4 mpg, according to the EPA, though it's worth noting that they come standard with all-wheel drive, which reduces efficiency. The Ford Mustang GT convertible is even worse, at 18 mpg combined. We achieved 26.3 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation loop, proving that the EPA's estimates are easily achievable in real life.
Value
8/10
Is the 4 Series Convertible a good value? The 4 Series convertible is an expensive drop-top. Prices start at just over $54,000, and our M440i test car with some — but not all — bells and whistles rang in at an eye-watering $73,120. That's about what you'd pay for a Mercedes-Benz C 43 convertible and a little more than a comparable Audi S5 Cabriolet. However, dedicated sports cars such as the Corvette Stingray convertible or Porsche 718 Boxster are much more impressive dynamically. And if you need a four-seater, the Ford Mustang GT offers similar levels of performance for much less. We can't deny the 4 Series' top-notch construction, but some cabin surfaces could be nicer for this money.
Like Audi and Mercedes, BMW offers a bumper-to-bumper warranty good for four years/50,000 miles. The first three scheduled maintenance visits are complimentary, which is more generous than its direct rivals.
Wildcard
7.5/10
The smooth inline-six of the M440i is a great motor. The thrust is palpable, and the exhaust note is throaty and burbly. The thing is, the 430i isn't that much slower and saves you about $10,000. The 430i's engine stop-start system is also easy to disable at the press of a button (the M440i doesn't have a button and requires a work-around by changing driving modes).
We've yet to meet a person who likes the look of the 4 Series' front end. But it's distinctive, we'll give it that. And you can always get the 4 Series in a dark color to make the grille less pronounced. Otherwise, this is a capable and well-rounded sporty convertible that is satisfying to drive.
2022 BMW 4 Series trim level differences
The BMW 4 Series two-door coupe and convertible are available in 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i and M440i xDrive. The 430i versions have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque), while the M440i packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder (382 hp, 369 lb-ft). An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard for all 4 Series versions. Feature highlights include:
Which 4 Series trim does Edmunds recommend?
While the BMW M440i xDrive is quicker to accelerate, it also commands a big price premium over the 430i xDrive, which is our recommendation here. With the savings, you can upgrade to the M Sport package and add metallic paint, leather seats, a premium sound system and more.
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2021 BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
Beauty is an opinion... but for sure this is different. People complain about cars w/o personality... it has a lot, as exterior, interior, and the awesome powertrain. The M440i is fantastic to drive, ready, quick and efficient too.
---- After 1 year with the M440i, I confirm everything I said. Totally satisfied ---
M440i is a beast!
5 out of 5 stars
Dennis L., 02/07/2021
2021 BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Love the styling; and yes even the front grill. Handles great, very powerful smooth engine. Fit and finish is top notch. Always get stares from other drivers. The exhaust sound is aggressive and torque is smooth and pins you in your seat Test drove both the standard 430i and the M440i. No comparison. The M440i is in a class by itself.
Car of Dreams!
5 out of 5 stars
Bill Reed, 02/01/2021
2021 BMW 4 Series 430i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Wonderful sporty coupe with lots of electronics. I previously owed a 2017 2 convertible and it was great, but this is better! Excellent gas mileage, powerful engine; it is just a well made car all around.
The absolute most enjoyable and most reliable car
5 out of 5 stars
Mark Henderson, 03/18/2023
2021 BMW 4 Series 430i 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
I bought my 2021 BMW 430i brand new. Was about $56,000 MSRP.
I have never enjoyed a car so much as this vehicle! The infotainment system is like nothing else, and I mean nothing else whatsoever! The handling, the ride, comfort, you name it... it's literally a perfect car!
After 34k miles, not one issue or complaint. If you are thinking about buying this model, just buy it! It comes … with the ZF Transmission... known as the best transmission ever produced for a vehicle. Reliable! Absolutely to the max! Ranks higher than a Toyota Camry for reliability!
Seriously, this is the perfect car! The grill, I love it!!! Get compliments all the time, it's such a perfect machine. Thank you BMW, you conpletely nailed it with this car!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 BMW 4 Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the 4 Series since its last redesign.
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