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BMW 4 Series Coupé (2013 to 2020)

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BMW 4 Series Coupé (2013 to 2020)

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    Summary


    The first-generation BMW 4 Series Coupé was a compact executive car – essentially the two-door coupé version of the previous-generation BMW 3 Series saloon.

    The 4 Series joined the German upmarket brand’s range for the first time in 2013, – except that it didn’t really. Before then, the two-door version of the mass-selling 3 Series was called the 3 Series Coupé. Now it’s the 4 Series Coupé – and just to confuse matters there was a four-door 4 Series called the Gran Coupé, but that is not covered here.

    A car widely praised for its attractive exterior styling, The Sunday Times said that the first iteration of the 4 Series was “a coupé that’s as good to drive as it looks”, with a wide range of strong engine options and driving dynamics that Parkers explained offered “fun and frugality in equal measure”.

    What Car? added that the sports coupé was “a class act on the inside” too, with “a suave interior that’s laden with high-quality materials and an easy-to-use infotainment system.” That said, this infotainment and the car’s other on-board tech features are now rather dated when compared to more modern alternatives, including the current-generation 4 Series model.

    Being a coupé, reviewers also frequently commented that the car was not very spacious in the rear, and that customers looking for family-car practicality should consider the cheaper 3 Series instead.

    No longer on sale, the first-generation BMW 3 Series holds an Expert Rating of 74%, based on 28 reviews published by the UK motoring media.

    4 Series Coupé highlights

    • Attractive exterior styling
    • Wide range of strong engines on offer
    • Comfortable and well-built interior
    • Sharp driving dynamics

    4 Series Coupé lowlights

    • Not as practical as a 3 Series
    • On-board tech is now rather dated
    • Can be pricey on the used market
    • M Sport models have firm suspension

    Key specifications


    Body style: 2+2 coupé
    Engines:
    petrol, diesel
    Price when new:
    From £29,280 on-road

    Launched: Winter 2013
    Last updated: Summer 2017
    Replaced: Autumn 2020


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    Safety rating


    No safety rating

    The first-generation BMW 4 Series Coupé was not crash tested by Euro NCAP.

    Eco rating


    No eco rating

    The first-generation BMW 4 Series Coupé was not lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

    The BMW 4 Series has a reliability score that’s slightly below average, according to exclusive extended warranty data provided by our partners at MotorEasy. This score covers coupé models as well as convertibles – from this generation (pre-2020) version as well as the current (2021 onwards) version.

    Nearly a third of all reported problems with the 4 Series relate to its engine, which accounts for a similar slice of repair claims. The average bill for these to date is an eye-watering £3,400. Engine problems are (unsurprisingly) the most expensive, and unfortunately they seem to be fairly common. The other area to look out for is the electrical system, although the average repair bill is less than £400 so much less of a concern.

    If you’re looking at a used BMW 4 Series, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

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    Sleek styling and impressive performance make the original BMW 4 Series Coupé a stand-out choice, but it is a bit dated in the tech department.BMW 4 Series Coupé (2013 to 2020)