2018 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The four series Gran Coupe compete against the Audi A5 Premium, Mercedes-Benz AMG 300 and the British Jaguar XE 25t. With the new revisions will it be enough to keep the Gran Coupe afloat next to the rivals. Let's see it further

The 4-Series Gran Coupe can be had in either 430i or 440i flavors, the xdrive feature is optional with both the powertrains, all-wheel drive option starts at $2000 above than the standard rear-wheel-drive. Track Handling Package boosts the already impressive performance of the 4 Series. Variable sport steering and adaptive M Suspension let you turn on a dime, while M Sport Brakes help you stop on one. The premium package will add the following features:

• Navigation With Real-Time Traffic
• Heated Front Seats
• Lumbar Support

There is a list of standalone options which you can choose like a heated steering wheel ($300) and Apple Car Play ($200).

Trim	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	BMW 430i xdrive 4dr sedan	BMW 440i 4dr sedan	BMW 440i xdrive 4dr sedan
MSRP	$43,300	$45,300	$49,700	$51,700
Key Features	Wireless Charging and WiFi Hotspot BMW Navigation and Connected Head-up Display Adaptive Full LED headlights LED Fog Lights SiriusXM Radio Apple CarPlay compatibility	Wireless Charging and WiFi Hotspot BMW Navigation and Connected Head-up Display Adaptive Full LED headlights LED Fog Lights SiriusXM Radio Apple CarPlay compatibility BMW XDrive	Wireless Charging and WiFi Hotspot BMW Navigation and Connected Head-up Display Adaptive Full LED headlights LED Fog Lights SiriusXM Radio Apple CarPlay compatibility	Wireless Charging and WiFi Hotspot BMW Navigation and Connected Head-up Display Adaptive Full LED headlights LED Fog Lights SiriusXM Radio Apple CarPlay compatibility BMW XDrive

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The more affordable 430i is peppy and smooth though paying some bucks extra for the sweet six-cylinder turbocharged engine of 440i will be worth it. The effect on the fuel economy is minimal but the extra punch it adds makes bimmer more fun to drive.

“Well dressed and capable, but no Ultimate Driving Machine”- Caranddriver

The 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine of the 430i Gran Coupe provides enough grunt for city jaunts and passing highway traffic with ease. It doles out 248 hp @5200 rpm and 258 ft-lbs of torque @1450 rpm. With its 320 hp output, the BMW 440i is surely much quicker. Lightweight and smooth-running, it incorporates BMW's award-winning High Precision Direct Injection, Valvetronic and double-VANOS technologies.

 Both the engines deliver strong performance and emit a muted exhaust note that’s appropriate for the Gran Coupe’s sporty appearance. The only available transmission is 8-speed automatic which shifts with composure. You can have the choice of rear- or all-wheel-drive setups.

Models	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
MSRP	$43,300	$42,600	$53,600	$45,825
Engine	2.0L i4	2.0L i4	2.0L i4	2.0L i4
Transmission	8 Speed automatic	7 Speed manual	9 Speed automatic	8 Speed automatic
Horsepower	248 [email protected]	252 [email protected]	241 [email protected]	247 [email protected]
Torque	258 [email protected]	273 [email protected]	273 [email protected]	269 [email protected]

The Audi A5 and the AMG E 300 both manage to deliver a higher level of driver involvement and substantially more feedback from the road through their communicative helms. The Jaguar lags behind in terms of power delivery and dynamism.

Acceleration

Wearing a 430i badge on the rear, the acceleration is acceptable but not brisk due to the heavy load it had to bear. The BMW 430i takes 6.3 seconds to reach from 0 to 60 and 13.9 seconds to cover the quarter mile mark. With its 320-hp turbocharged inline-six, the 440i would surely prove to be much faster to lure enthusiast and it takes 5.8 seconds to dash from 0 to 60.

Models	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
0-60 MPH	6.3sec	6.9 sec	6.1 sec	6.6 sec
Quarter mile	13.9 sec	15.2 sec	14.6 sec	14.8 sec
Engine	2.0L i4	2.0L i4	2.0L i4	2.0L i4
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	6.6	6.5	7.1	6.3

All the rivals are similar in sprinting from fro standstill as the displacements are equivalent.

Ride and Handling

Like its other conventional sedan and coupe kin, the Gran Coupe feels sharp and responsive in the driver's seat. The BMW 430i is easy to drive in traffic with a decent amount of torque off the line still the throttle is a bit lazy at the onset. The standard suspension and stiff 500 tread wear tires are biased towards comfort, however, this setup still accommodates noteworthy handling with a smooth ride. Sport and Sport+ are firmer which feels out of character for a GT car like this. xDrive works in tandem with Dynamic Stability Control to monitor road conditions however, you will still feel sharp impacts.

The BMW 4-series’ steering is well weighted and reasonably accurate but isn’t consistently engaging. Driving pleasure suffers, as a result, All modes have a good return to center and the heavy steering wheel feels good in your hands. While not as athletic as its looks or heritage would have you believe, the 4-Series Gran Coupe can still hold its own when pushed hard down a winding road. Ride comfort is okay, but it isn’t as supple as expected from a car that offers only a mediocre amount of athleticism.

 Braking

The brakes are great in both in both everyday traffic and in an emergency stop, they are predictable and consistent Pedal travel is small and feels responsive yet the hefty curb weight can be felt on the corners as the tires squeals. The stopping distance is average for the segment.

Model	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
Brake Front (in.)	13	13.3	12.7	12.8
Brake Rear (in.)	11.8	13	11.8	12.8
Curb Weight (lbs.)	3680	3704	3792	3395
60-0 MPH (ft.)	135	112	106	123

The braking performance puts this car on the last position with the highest stopping distance while the AMG E 300 has the lowest. The Jaguar and Audi also come up with above average performance.

The turbocharged engine of 4 series Gran Coupe blends performance with economy. The V6 is surprisingly efficient and opting for rear-wheel drive increases the highway fuel estimates by 1 MPG in both the 430i and 440i.

Model	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
MPG (city)	24	24	22	21
MPG (highway)	34	34	30	30
MPG (combined)	27	27	25	24

The Gran Coupe is highly fueled efficient and proves lighter on your pocket. While the Audi A5 return similar figures as the latter, the AMG E 300 and Jaguar XE 25t gives 25 and 24 MPG combined.

Much like on the outside, the interior of the Gran Coupe is an exceptional mix of energetic and elegance. From the driver-focused cockpit and the inside stack controls marginally to one side, puts all buttons right where they ought to be. Rear visibility is especially low, though, and the sloping rear roof forces you to duck down when piling into the back seat. Flawless leather upholstery with contrast sewing makes inside of the Gran Coupe an ordeal to appreciate.

The 4-series Gran Coupe exceeds its adversaries on the extravagance front—and it accompanies BMW's signature, new-car fragrance. BMW added electroplated detailing, new chrome trim, a center console in high-gloss black, and double stitching on the dashboard. The materials utilized all through the lodge look and feel upscale. The Nappa leather front seats are comfortable with lumbar support and there's plenty of legroom, both front, and rear, for an average-size adult, which is typical for the class. 

Model	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.9/54.8/42.2	39.4/55.7/41.3	41.4/57.8/41.7	37.0/56.8/41.5
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	36.9/54.3/33.7	37.0/54.5/35.1	38.2/57.1/36.3	37.0/54.7/35.0

With a headroom-maximizing hatch trunk and rear seats that fold to provide 45.9 cubic feet of storage, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has even more space than meets the eye. The AMG E 300 offers highest interior space than rivalry. The Audi A5 offers well-laid interior in contrast to the Jaguar.

Interior Features:

• Tilting And Telescoping Steering Column
• Heated Steering Wheel
• Power-adjustable and Heated Seats
• Head-Up Display
• Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
• Front Seats With Recline and Lumbar Support
• Foldable Rear Seats

Infotainment System

The intuitive iDrive System is responses quickly and the displays are crisp and readable with the following features:

• 5-inch Infotainment Screen
• Navigation and Real-Time Traffic
• Apple Car Play but no Android Auto
• Rotary Click Wheel
• LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
• USB Output
• Bluetooth Phone and Voice Control
• Wireless Charging Pad
• Harman Kardon 9 Speakers Audio System

Cargo Space

The hatchback inspired trunk is narrow and restricts loading of larger items however the liftgate makes it easier and that combined with foldable rear seats to give the 4 series Gran Coupe an added sense of practicality. It is less utilitarian than you would think.

Model	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
Cargo Volume (ft.3)	14.0	21.8	13.1	15.9

Audi A5 offers 21 cubic feet of space while the BMW provides 14 cubic feet which are lowest in the rivalry. The Jaguar XE and Mercedes Benz AMG E 300 is somewhat similar to the Bavarian Auto.

With its low center of gravity and effortless, swooping roofline, the Gran Coupe echoes the eye-catching excellence – and bellicose position – of the Coupe.

A fabulous looking car, the 4-series Gran Coupe pitches itself as a more beautiful option in contrast to a conventional sedan. The fact that its hidden hatchback provides more versatility than a sedan is simply a bonus.

The Gran Coupe is apparently more exquisite in its appearance than the 3-series and consolidates great BMW styling components, for example, the twin kidney-shaped grilles, round LED headlamp with the inner circle flowing toward it and a kinked rear quarter-window line. The front fog lamps are well integrated with the air splitter for a sportier look. Around back, the only noticeable change is the new LED pattern with twin tailpipes looks menacing.

Model	BMW 430i 4dr sedan	Audi A5 Premium Quattro 4dr	Mercedes Benz E 300 AMG Line 4dr	Jaguar XE 25t R-Sport 4dr
Curb weight (lbs.)	3680	3704	3792	3395
Length(in)	182.7	186.3	193.8	183.9
Width(in)	71.9	72.6	72.9	77.4
Height(in)	54.7	54.6	57.8	55.7
Ground clearance (in)	5.1	4.5	5.5	4.3
Wheelbase (in)	110.6	111.2	115.7	111.6
Track width (in) F/R	60.8/62.8	62.5/61.7	63.6/63.7	63/63.1

All the cars have similar dimensions while the Jaguar has the lowest curb weight among all. The ground clearance and wheelbase is also equivalent in the rivalry.

Exterior Features:

• Automatic Sunroof
• Hands-Free Liftgate
• Heated and Power Mirrors
• Rain-Sense Vipers
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• LED Taillamps
• M Sports Alloy Wheels

BMW offers an array of active safety features on the 4-Series Gran Coupe:

• Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Driver and Passenger Airbags
• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Safety Locks
• Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
• Traction Control
• Blind Spot Monitor (Optional)
• Auto-Leveling Headlights
• Lane Departure Warning (Optional)
• Park Distance Control
• Dynamic Stability Control
• Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
• Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
• Post-Collision Safety System
• Emergency Braking Preparation

BMW 430i Vs Audi A5 Premium

With the Audi A5, customers can pick between various engines. The lineup incorporates two gasoline units, beginning with a 2.0-liter four-liter producing 190 hp and 236 pound-feet of torque. A similar motor wrenches out 252 steeds and 273 pound-feet in the range-topping model.

In contrast to BMW, Audi additionally offers a performance-oriented rendition. It's known as the S5 Sport back with a 3.0-liter V-6 that wrenches out an astounding 354 steeds and 369 pound-feet of the bend. Both automatic and manual transmissions are accessible, while Quattro all-wheel-drive is optional on all models. The interior of the Audi A5 is understated and well laid than the Gran Coupe.

BMW 430i Vs Mercedes-Benz E300 AMG

The 2018 Mercedes E-Class is the 10th-generation model of the esteemed nameplate, offering an exquisitely crafted design, a high-end interior, and excellent performance. As of now, the AMG E 300 is a gorgeous, vehicle. The new 9-speed transmission in the E-Class is paired with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which generates 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque.

 Further enhancing the performance of the E-Class is its standard steel-spring suspension, which offers agile driving pleasure on twisting roads as well as the highest level of ride comfort than the 4 series Gran Coupe. The interior of Merc has an edge over the Gran Coupe with state of the art equipment.

BMW 430i Vs Jaguar XE 25T

The XE’s handsome and subtle design is ideal for the individuals who would prefer not to be ostentatious. In the wake of propelling the XE for 2017, Jaguar made huge changes in accordance with the lineup for 2018, featured by new powertrains, more element rich trims, and more extensive accessibility of all-wheel drive. The model’s rarity also gives it a cool factor, and its ability to eat corners is fun, even if the engine isn’t thrilling. The interior is Plainly-styled and most safety tech locked up in added-cost options. The exterior of the bimmer is much handsome than the Jaguar and it has got a peppy powertrain.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe, though, offers the best combination of traits in the segment. Attractive lines, athletic handling, and clever packaging, thanks to its hatchback inspired rear fascia, makes it an all-rounder. While not as fast as its looks the 4-series Gran Coupe can still hold its own when pushed hard down a winding road.