BMW 4 Series Review

The BMW 4 Series shows that it knows its maths, demonstrating that 4 is indeed greater than 3. The car comes with enough personality to set itself apart from the 3 Series it’s based on. You can use the differences in exterior design to get a pretty good idea of the gap between the two models.

The best way to make use of a BMW 4 Series is to treat it as some sort of a GT. This is a pretty practical coupe that comes with impressive performance numbers. By the way, don’t be afraid to opt for the xDrive. The handling at the limit will still be fun.

Taken in isolation, each of the 4 Series’ parts makes full sense. However, its worst side is the lack of a spicy ingredient. We’re talking about something that would make all its aforementioned sides come together in a way that tickles your senses. This is what’s missing from the 4 Series.

And since we’re here enumerating the boo-boos, we’ll also allow our heads to complain about the limited height in the back.

Nevertheless, the BMW 4 Series probably isn’t very afraid of its competitors. At the moment, both the Audi A5 and the Mercedes C-Class Coupe are aged proposals compared to it.

As for the financial difference between the 4 and the 3 Series, this sits at about $3,000 depending on the model. In the US, the BMW 4 Series starts at $40,500, with xDrive adding $2,000 to that. That buys you the 428i and if you want to go for the six-cylinder 435i, you’ll have to spend at least $46,000.

In Europe, the range currently starts with the 420d oil burner, which will set you back at least 39,200, including 19 percent VAT. This is followed by the 428i and 435i. However, it won’t be long until we’ll get the additional engines: 420i, 430d and 435d.

BMW’s 4 Series writes a welcome chapter in the history of their coupes. We just wish it was a little naughtier.