2026 BMW 4 Series Trims Comparison
2026 4 Series trim level differences
The 2026 BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible is available in four configurations: 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i and M440i xDrive. The 430i is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and an electric motor (255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft), while the M440i has a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six and an electric motor (386 horsepower, 398 lb-ft). An eight-speed automatic is the only available transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and xDrive models are all-wheel-drive. Notable standard equipment includes:
Which 2026 4 Series trim does Edmunds recommend?
The base 430i delivers plenty of punch and performance, and it's not merely a consolation prize if you're wary of the M440i's price premium. But we think the latter's extra standard equipment makes up for most of the cost difference. Not to mention you'll get to enjoy its deep reserves of power and exhilarating exhaust note.
Compare 2026 4 Series trims side-by-side
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Stevens Point, WI
| Vehicle | 4 Series 430i | 4 Series 430i xDrive | 4 Series M440i | 4 Series M440i xDrive |
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| Vehicle | 430i 2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A
| 430i xDrive 2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A
| Editors' Pick M440i 3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A
| M440i xDrive 3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A
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| Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features |
| Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Navigation | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Adaptive cruise control | optional | optional | optional | optional |
| Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Upholstery | leatherette | leatherette | leatherette | leatherette |
| Heated seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | optional | optional | optional | optional |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
| Country of final assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Engine power | 255 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 255 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 386 hp @ 5,200 rpm | 386 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Engine torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 3.0 l | 3.0 l |
| Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Tire size | 225/45R18 | 225/45R18 | 225/40R19 | 225/40R19 |
| Wheel size | 18 X 7.5-in | 18 X 7.5-in | 19 X 8.0-in | 19 X 8.0-in |
| Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
| Run flat tires | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | - | - | - | - |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | - | - | - | - |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| Turning circle | 37.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. |
| Curb weight | 4,026 lb. | 4,145 lb. | 4,242 lb. | 4,292 lb. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.0 in. | 5.0 in. | 5.0 in. | 5.0 in. |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 72.9 in. | 72.9 in. | 72.9 in. | 72.9 in. |
| Height | 54.6 in. | 54.9 in. | 54.6 in. | 54.9 in. |
| Length | 187.9 in. | 187.9 in. | 187.9 in. | 187.9 in. |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo Space | 10.6 cu. ft. | 10.6 cu. ft. | 10.6 cu. ft. | 10.6 cu. ft. |
| Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | - | - | - | - |
| Front Head Room | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. |
| Rear Head Room | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 32.5 in. | 32.5 in. | 32.5 in. | 32.5 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 43.9 in. | 43.9 in. | 43.9 in. | 43.9 in. |
| Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
| True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Financing | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Insurance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Repairs | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
| Interior | Black Vernasca, leather Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather Tacora Red SensaTec, leatherette Mocha Vernasca, leather Black SensaTec, leatherette Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette Oyster Vernasca, leather Cognac SensaTec, leatherette Black Vernasca w/Red Highlight, leather | Black Vernasca, leather Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather Tacora Red SensaTec, leatherette Mocha Vernasca, leather Black SensaTec, leatherette Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette Oyster Vernasca, leather Cognac SensaTec, leatherette Black Vernasca w/Red Highlight, leather | Black Vernasca, leather Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather Tacora Red SensaTec, leatherette Mocha Vernasca, leather Black SensaTec, leatherette Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette Oyster Vernasca, leather Cognac SensaTec, leatherette Black Vernasca w/Red Highlight, leather | Black Vernasca, leather Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather Tacora Red SensaTec, leatherette Mocha Vernasca, leather Black SensaTec, leatherette Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette Oyster Vernasca, leather Cognac SensaTec, leatherette Black Vernasca w/Red Highlight, leather |
| Exterior | Arctic Race Blue Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Jet Black Skyscraper Grey Metallic Vegas Red Metallic Cape York Green Metallic Special Order Color Black Sapphire Metallic Alpine White Brooklyn Grey Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic | Arctic Race Blue Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Jet Black Skyscraper Grey Metallic Vegas Red Metallic Cape York Green Metallic Special Order Color Black Sapphire Metallic Alpine White Brooklyn Grey Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic | Arctic Race Blue Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Vegas Red Metallic Cape York Green Metallic Special Order Color Black Sapphire Metallic Alpine White Brooklyn Grey Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic | Arctic Race Blue Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Vegas Red Metallic Cape York Green Metallic Special Order Color Black Sapphire Metallic Alpine White Brooklyn Grey Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic |