BMW M4
The 2026 BMW M4 offers performance credentials but requires careful inspection due to early-stage recalls concerning its electrical system.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2025 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | 16-18 mpg combined |
| 2024 | 16 | 22 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.69 | 13.07 | — |
| 2023 | 16 | 22 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.69 | 13.07 | — |
| 2022 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2021 | 16 | 23 | 19 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 12.38 | — |
| 2020 | 16 | 22 | 19 | 14.7 | 10.69 | 12.38 | — |
| 2019 | 16 | 22 | 19 | 14.7 | 10.69 | 12.38 | — |
| 2018 | 16 | 22 | 19 | 14.7 | 10.69 | 12.38 | — |
| 2017 | 17 | 24 | 19 | 13.84 | 9.8 | 12.38 | — |
| 2016 | 17 | 24 | 19 | 13.84 | 9.8 | 12.38 | — |
| 2015 | 17 | 24 | 19 | 13.84 | 9.8 | 12.38 | 17-26 mpg combined |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | S58 | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 503 hp | 479 lb-ft | Inline-6 |
| 2024 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Manual/Standard | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | coupe | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | S55B30T0 | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 425 hp | 406 lb-ft | Inline-6 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | currency | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim | Note | Base price | Base MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | currency: USD, MSRP range: $83,300 - $94,300, Confidence: 0.8, notes: MSRP range for the 2025 BMW M4 Coupe and M4 Competition xDrive Coupe., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/5/2026 | — | USD | $83,300 - $94,300 | 0.8 | MSRP range for the 2025 BMW M4 Coupe and M4 Competition xDrive Coupe. | llm_estimate | 6/5/2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Trim: eDrive35 | — | — | — | — | — | — | eDrive35 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | Trim: M4 Competition | — | — | — | — | — | — | M4 Competition | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | Base price: $77,650 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $77,650 | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $77,650 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $77,650 | — |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $74,700 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $74,700 | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $64,200, MSRP range: $64,200 - $72,500, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for coupe and convertible trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 4/7/2026 | — | USD | $64,200 - $72,500 | 0.9 | MSRP for coupe and convertible trims. | llm_estimate | 4/7/2026 | — | — | — | $64,200 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 4 | 2 | 390 | 13.8 | 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 | — | — | — | — | 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 | 4 | — | — | — | 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 | — | — | — | 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 | 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 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 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: 110.7, 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 | 110.7 | 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: 110.7, 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 | 110.7 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 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: 110.7, 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 | 110.7 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 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: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | 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 | 19 | 19 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | 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) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 2 | 220 | 7.9 | — | 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) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Rated vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Rated vehicle: 2022 BMW M4 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | standard | 2022 BMW M4 2 DR RWD |
| 2021 | Rated vehicle: 2021 BMW M4 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | 2021 BMW M4 2 DR AWD |
| 2020 | Rated vehicle: 2020 BMW M4 C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | 2020 BMW M4 C RWD |
| 2019 | Rated vehicle: 2019 BMW M4 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | 2019 BMW M4 2 DR RWD |
| 2018 | Rated vehicle: 2018 BMW M4 C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard | 2018 BMW M4 C RWD |
| 2017 | Rated vehicle: 2017 BMW M4 C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | — | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard | 2017 BMW M4 C RWD |
| 2016 | Rated vehicle: 2016 BMW M4 C RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2016 BMW M4 C RWD |
| 2015 | Rated vehicle: 2015 BMW M4 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2015 BMW M4 2 DR RWD |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 BMW M4 offers performance credentials but requires careful inspection due to early-stage recalls concerning its electrical system.
2025
The 2025 BMW M4 presents as a potent performance machine with an excellent initial reliability record, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints.
2024
The 2024 BMW M4 presents an excellent reliability record with zero reported recalls or complaints.
2023
The 2023 BMW M4 presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints, indicating strong initial quality.
2022
The 2022 BMW M4 presents a strong initial reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints, earning an 'Excellent' public reliability verdict.
2021
The 2021 BMW M4 offers potent performance but demands careful inspection due to critical safety recalls concerning the braking system and seat belts.
2020
The 2020 BMW M4 offers potent performance but carries significant ownership risk due to critical recalls impacting safety systems.
2019
The 2019 BMW M4 offers a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but potential buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of a critical knee airbag recall.
2018
The 2018 BMW M4 offers exhilarating performance but requires careful consideration due to its 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
2017
The 2017 BMW M4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2016
The 2016 BMW M4 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
2015
The 2015 BMW M4 offers thrilling performance but is marred by an 'Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant engine crank hub failures and a critical airbag recall, making it a high-risk used purchase.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW M4?
Carfocal currently has 12 published M4 reports, covering 2015 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 M4 offers performance credentials but requires careful inspection due to early-stage recalls concerning its electrical system.
Published year coverage: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the BMW M4 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW M4. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 bmw m4 offers performance credentials but requires careful inspection due to early-stage recalls concerning its electrical system. and the 2026 bmw m4's value proposition hinges on its performance versus the documented electrical system risks. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
12 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW M4?
Across Carfocal's published M4 guides, recurring problem areas include Electrical System (Power Distribution Module/Battery Cable), Brake Pads and Rotors, and Spark Plugs. 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/Battery Cable), Brake Pads and Rotors, and Spark Plugs.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 12
- Years tracked
- 12
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints