In this article:
Who is the BMW 4 Series a good car for?
What is the BMW 4 Series like to drive?
Tech features in the BMW 4 Series
Similar cars to the BMW 4 Series
Is the BMW 4 Series a good car?
The BMW 4 Series is based on the same CLAR platform as the 3 Series but is available in coupe, cabriolet and Gran Coupe body styles. With these proven underpinnings and a reputation for quality, it is safe to assume that the 4 Series range are very good vehicles.
Who is the BMW 4 Series a good car for?
The BMW 4 Series is available in coupe, cabriolet and Gran Coupe body styles, the 4 Series range appeals to a variety of individuals, all of which value style and performance in their mobility solution.
Is the BMW 4 Series a good first car?
With a relatively high starting price and an emphasis on luxury and driving dynamics, the 4 Series is not the ideal first car, but its safety credentials and stylish design make it perfectly acceptable for driving newbies.
Is the BMW 4 Series a good family car?
While the coupe and cabriolet versions of the 4 Series are not ideal family vehicles, the Gran Coupe version is very practical, with 470-litres of boot space that expands to 1 290-litres with rear seats folded flat. All derivatives have achieved a 5-Star safety rating too, making them exceptionally safe.
Is there a Hybrid BMW 4 Series?
There are currently no hybrid versions of the 4 Series models for sale.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewers' opinion
"Being derived from the latest 3 Series, excellent road manners and an enjoyable driving experience are to be expected, and the 420d certainly didn’t disappoint in this regard. Ride comfort and handling dynamics are far better than its predecessor, and are good enough to put the new 4 Series at the top of its class."
- Martin Pretorius, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the BMW 4 Series like inside?
Since the 4 Series is based on the 3 Series, its interior appears familiar, with great quality material, simple ergonomics and an emphasis on digitisation and connectivity.
Style
"Inside the new BMW 4 Series, the high centre console and flowing surface structure running from the instrument panel into the door panels generate a cocooning feel in the front seats. The Start/Stop button for the engine is positioned in a classily designed control panel in the centre console, which also houses the BMW Controller and the buttons for the Driving Experience Control unit and electromechanical parking brake alongside the model-specific gearshift lever. The rear seat bench with folding head restraints allows three child seats to be fitted."- BMW
Tech features
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Sport seats for driver and front passenger including electrical seat adjustments with memory for driver
- Ambient contour lighting on the interior
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 12.3-inch instrument cluster
- 12.3 Infotainment Control Display
- Gesture Control
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Head-up display
- Navigation
- Harmon Kardon sound system
- Bluetooth connectivity
- BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
- Climate control
- ABS brakes
- Electronic Brake Assist
- Electromechanical parking brake
- Hill-start assist
- Hill-descent assist
- Traction control
- Stability control
- Adaptive cruise control
- 7 Airbags
- Keyless entry and start
- Park distance control front and rear
- Park assist
- Reverse camera
- M Sport differential
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest 4 Series?
The cheapest BMW 4 Series is the entry trim 420i coupe prices usually start from R 801 438.
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How much does it cost?
| BMW 4 Series 420i coupe | from R 801 438 |
| BMW 4 Series 420d coupe | from R 848 516 |
| BMW 4 Series 420i coupe M Sport | from R 851 338 |
| BMW 4 Series 420d coupe M Sport | from R 898 416 |
| BMW 4 Series 420i convertible | from R 931 066 |
| BMW 4 Series 420i Gran Coupe M Sport | from R 937 452 |
| BMW 4 Series convertible M Sport | from R 983 566 |
| BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe M Sport | from R 984 830 |
| BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive coupe | from R 1 238 854 |
| BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive Gran Coupe | from R 1 312 696 |
| BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive convertible | from R 1 366 232 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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