DecodedCars2014 BMW 4 Series
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 428i 2dr Coupe RWD, 428i Xdrive 2dr Coupe AWD, 435i 2dr Coupe RWD, 435i Xdrive 2dr Coupe AWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 23 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,470–3,755 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 BMW 4 Series is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,470 lb (428i 2dr Coupe RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 34 highway), 3% better than the 2014 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 428i 2dr Coupe RWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,470 lb | 50/50 |
| 428i Xdrive 2dr Coupe AWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,635 lb | 50/50 |
| 435i 2dr Coupe RWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,609 lb | 50/50 |
| 435i Xdrive 2dr Coupe AWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,755 lb | 50/50 |
| Gran Coupe 428i 4dr Sedan RWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,609 lb | |
| Gran Coupe 428i Xdrive 4dr Sedan AWD | 182.7 in | 72 in | 54.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 62.6 in | 3,739 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 428i Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 34 / 27 | +3% | $3,050 | 327 |
| 428i Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 33 / 26 | -1% | $3,150 | 341 |
| 428i xDrive Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | -1% | $3,150 | 346 |
| 428i Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 33 / 26 | +11% | $3,150 | 335 |
| 435i Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 25 | -5% | $3,300 | 353 |
| 428i xDrive Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 32 / 25 | +7% | $3,300 | 359 |
| 435i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 30 / 24 | -9% | $3,400 | 377 |
| 435i Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -13% | $3,550 | 381 |
| 435i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -13% | $3,550 | 392 |
| 435i Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 30 / 23 | -2% | $3,550 | 378 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 BMW 4 Series.
Similar 2014 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 BMW 4 Series (this car) | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 BMW 3 Series | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Audi A4 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Lexus GS | 31 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW 4 Series.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2014 BMW 4 Series is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2014 BMW 4 Series in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2014 BMW 4 Series buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 BMW 4 Series. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 4 Series years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 4 Series | 31 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 4 Series | 31 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 4 Series | 31 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 4 Series | 28 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 4 Series | 28 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 4 Series | 28 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 4 Series | 29 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 4 Series | 27 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 4 Series | 27 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 4 Series | 27 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 4 Series | 27 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 4 Series | 27 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →