2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2021 BMW 2 Series
When comparing the 2021 BMW 4 Series's and the 2021 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2021 BMW 4 Series and 2021 BMW 2 Series have the same fuel efficiency Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW 4 Series's and the 2021 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 4 Series is a better car than the 2021 BMW 2 Series.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2021 BMW 2 Series Pricing
A used 2021 BMW 4 Series ranges from $44,997 to $62,456 while a used 2021 BMW 2 Series is priced between $28,605 to $48,943.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2021 BMW 2 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW 4 Series loses 47.3 percent of its value and the 2021 BMW 2 Series loses 43.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 BMW 2 Series retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 BMW 4 Series.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2021 BMW 2 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 4 Series is 7.1 out of 10 while the BMW 2 Series' quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the BMW 4 Series being ranked 18 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the BMW 2 Series being ranked 15 out of 26.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2021 BMW 2 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW 4 Series and BMW 2 Series is 7.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 BMW 4 Series’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2021 BMW 2 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. Both the 4 Series and the 2 Series are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 515 and 452 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 BMW 4 Series, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2021 BMW 2 Series, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
44997 - 62456
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472913
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28605 - 48943
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438025
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 26BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
430i, M440i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive
2021 BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
294 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
42.2 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3918 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3735 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
174.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/50R17