2017 BMW M4 vs. 2018 BMW M4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 BMW M4 and 2018 BMW M4 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 2017 BMW M4 and the 2018 BMW M4.
When comparing the 2017 BMW M4's and the 2018 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW M4 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 BMW M4 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2017 BMW M4 and 2018 BMW M4 have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 BMW M4's and the 2018 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2017 BMW M4 ranges from $26,322 to $49,872 while a used 2018 BMW M4 is priced between $32,778 to $53,543.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 BMW M4 and the 2018 BMW M4 both lose 50.1 percent of their value.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 BMW M4 and the 2018 BMW M4 makes 425 horsepower. Both the M4 and the M4 are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 411 and 395 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are sports cars, the 2017 BMW M4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The 2018 BMW M4 has the advantage in the area of
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
74700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
92106
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
38950 - 447000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
77200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
91675
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
39950 - 453200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
38159
Price Range:
26322 - 49872
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
54701
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
21559 - 148836
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
63105
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
43785
Price Range:
32778 - 53543
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
66135
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
24555 - 232640
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
33
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
51603
# Good or Great Deals:
12
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 BMW M4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
9.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.9 - 21.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 BMW M4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
10.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.9 - 22.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.5443656847304315
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.9 - 9.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.149493929566816
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.5 - 6.7
BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 BMW M4 Trim Levels
Base
2018 BMW M4 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:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.105 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.104 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 411 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 395 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
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
Paddle Shifters:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
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:
Standard
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:
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:
7.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 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:
7.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4055 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
52.6 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4070 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Azurite Black Metallic / Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Tanzanite Blue Metallic / Yas Marina Blue Metallic
Brown
Smoked Topaz Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Orange
Sakhir Orange II Metallic
Silver
Champagne Quartz Metallic / Silverstone Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Yellow
Austin Yellow Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Azurite Black Metallic / Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Tanzanite Blue Metallic / Yas Marina Blue Metallic
Brown
Smoked Topaz Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Orange
Sakhir Orange II Metallic
Silver
Champagne Quartz Metallic / Silverstone Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Yellow
Austin Yellow Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Sonoma Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Amaro Brown / Cohiba Brown/Black / Golden Brown / Nutmeg
Gray
Silverstone
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
Red
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Opal White
Interior Colors
Beige
Sonoma Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Amaro Brown / Cohiba Brown/Black / Golden Brown / Nutmeg
Gray
Silverstone
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
Red
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Opal White
