2016 BMW 4 Series vs. 2017 BMW 4 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 BMW 4 Series and 2017 BMW 4 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2016 BMW 4 Series and the 2017 BMW 4 Series.
When we compare the 2016 BMW 4 Series's and the 2017 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2016 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2016 BMW 4 Series and 2017 BMW 4 Series have the same fuel efficiency, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2016 BMW 4 Series's and the 2017 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW 4 Series is a better car than the 2016 BMW 4 Series.
Pricing: A used 2016 BMW 4 Series ranges from $13,290 to $26,654 while a used 2017 BMW 4 Series is priced between $13,993 to $29,988.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2016 BMW 4 Series and the 2017 BMW 4 Series both lose 51.5 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 4 Series is 7.5 out of 10. BMW 4 Series is ranked 12 out of 25 Best Luxury Convertibles based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW 4 Series is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2016 BMW 4 Series’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2017 BMW 4 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, while the 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 537 miles. The 4 Series uses gasoline, and the 4 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the 2016 BMW 4 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2017 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
50000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
39513
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
21065 - 63500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
50300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
39910
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
21065 - 64000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
19761
Price Range:
13290 - 26654
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
17722
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
10900 - 42047
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
164
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
87997
# Good or Great Deals:
58
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
21609
Price Range:
13993 - 29988
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
19811
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
10604 - 45906
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
125
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79149
# Good or Great Deals:
27
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 BMW 4 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.5 - 11.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.001
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 BMW 4 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.5 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.001
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.802779417706011
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.9 - 10.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.849730585491929
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.8 - 9.4
BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 25BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2017 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3965 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.2 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4050 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Orion Silver Metallic
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Estoril Blue Metallic / Imperial Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Beige
Orion Silver Metallic
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Estoril Blue Metallic / Imperial Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Venetian Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Saddle Brown
Gray
Oyster/Black
Red
Coral Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Venetian Beige/Black
Black
Black
Brown
Saddle Brown
Gray
Oyster
Red
Coral Red
