BMW 4 Series — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have BMW 4 Series specifications on file for 13 model years, 2014–2026, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 25 to 36 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline35–36177—02
20252L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline35–36177———
20242L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–34194—02
20232L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–34194—06
20222L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–34194—08
20212L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline31–35189—015
20202L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline25–32203—03
20192L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline25–32201—016
20182L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28–32201—034
20172L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28–32201—023
20162L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline26–32210—049
20152L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28–31210———
20142L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28–32203———

Best and Worst BMW 4 Series Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 7 BMW 4 Series model years from 2016 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 16 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2020 — 3 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2022 — 8 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2021 — 15 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2016 — 49 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2018 — 34 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2017 — 23 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the BMW 4 Series covered on this site?

We have data for 13 model years of the BMW 4 Series, from 2014 to 2026.

What engines does the BMW 4 Series come with?

EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2014–2026); 3L 6-cyl turbo (2014–2024, 2026); 3L 4-cyl turbo (2025).

Which BMW 4 Series year has the best fuel economy?

The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 36 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the BMW 4 Series have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which BMW 4 Series model years have the most recalls and complaints?

NHTSA lists no recalls for 2016–2024 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the BMW 4 Series?

The BMW 4 Series is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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