Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | hatchback | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2025 | coupe | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Note | Series | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Trim: eDrive35 | eDrive35 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | Trim: xDrive | xDrive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Series: 4-Series | — | — | 4-Series | — |
| 2018 | Base price: $44,600 | — | — | — | $44,600 |
| 2017 | Base price: $43,950 | — | — | — | $43,950 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Turbo | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 4 | 2 | 311 | 11 | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 300 | 10.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | 440 | 12 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Turbo: Yes, GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | Yes | 110.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2019 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 110.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 110.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 4 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 110.6 | 18 | 18 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2024 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2023 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | standard |
| 2022 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard |
| 2020 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard |
| 2019 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard |
| 2017 | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | — | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 BMW 430i presents a compelling package for the discerning used car buyer, offering engaging driving dynamics and premium features.
2025
The 2025 BMW 430i presents a mixed reliability picture for used buyers.
2024
The 2024 BMW 430i offers engaging driving dynamics, but potential buyers should prioritize inspecting the engine's **cylinder head cover** for oil leaks, a documented concern.
2023
The 2023 BMW 430i presents a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but used buyers must prioritize inspection of the starter assembly due to a documented fire risk recall.
2022
The 2022 BMW 430i offers a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but used buyers must prioritize checking for the completion of recalls related to the starter assembly, a known area of concern.
2021
The 2021 BMW 430i offers engaging driving dynamics, but potential buyers must prioritize inspecting the engine starter system due to documented fire risk recalls.
2020
The 2020 BMW 430i presents a compelling blend of sportiness and luxury, though used buyers must prioritize confirming a critical safety recall for the knee air bag assemblies has been properly addressed.
2019
The 2019 BMW 430i offers engaging driving dynamics, but potential buyers must prioritize confirming completion of three critical safety recalls, particularly those concerning airbags and the engine crankshaft sensor.
2018
The 2018 BMW 430i offers engaging driving dynamics but warrants careful consideration due to its 'Average' reliability rating.
2017
The 2017 BMW 430i presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW 430i?
Carfocal currently has 10 published 430i reports, covering 2017 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 BMW 430i presents a compelling package for the discerning used car buyer, offering engaging driving dynamics and premium features.
Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the BMW 430i reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 430i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 bmw 430i presents a compelling package for the discerning used car buyer, offering engaging driving dynamics and premium features. and the 2026 bmw 430i can represent good value if purchased at a price reflecting its average reliability rating and the potential for future electrical issues. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
10 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW 430i?
Across Carfocal's published 430i guides, recurring problem areas include Electrical System (Power Distribution Module/Cables), Brake Pads and Rotors, and Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks/Struts). The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Electrical System (Power Distribution Module/Cables), Brake Pads and Rotors, and Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks/Struts).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 10
- Years tracked
- 10
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints