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2022 BMW 4 Series

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Class: Subcompact Cars
Body styles: 430i 2dr Cabriolet, 430i Xdrive 2dr Coupe, Gran Coupe 430i Xdrive 4dr Sedan, Gran Coupe M440i Xdrive 4dr Sedan
Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 28 combined · 25 city / 34 hwy
Length: 187.8–188.2 in
Curb weight: 3,708–5,049 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 28 MPG combined — 17% better than the average 2022 subcompact car (23.9 MPG).
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
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 40 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 BMW 4 Series is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 188 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,920 lb (430i 2dr Cabriolet).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 34 highway), 17% better than the 2022 subcompact car average of 23.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,950 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.

What changed for 2022

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 4 Series — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 4 Series →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
430i 2dr Cabriolet	187.8 in	72.8 in	54.3 in	112.2 in	62.2 / 62.6 in	3,920 lb	48/52
430i Xdrive 2dr Coupe	187.8 in	72.8 in	54.3 in	112.2 in	62.2 / 62.6 in	3,708 lb	53/47
Gran Coupe 430i Xdrive 4dr Sedan	188.2 in	72.8 in	56.7 in	112.6 in	62.6 / 63.8 in	3,913 lb	50/50
Gran Coupe M440i Xdrive 4dr Sedan	188.2 in	72.8 in	56.7 in	112.6 in	62.6 / 63.8 in	4,189 lb	52/48
I4 Gran Coupe 4dr Sedan	188.2 in	72.8 in	57.1 in	112.6 in	63 / 64.2 in	4,685 lb	48/52
I4 M50 4dr Sedan	188.2 in	72.8 in	57.1 in	112.6 in	63 / 64.2 in	5,049 lb	48/52

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
M440i Coupe Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Rear-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	+17%	$2,950	312
430i Coupe	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Rear-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	+17%	$2,950	312
430i Convertible	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Rear-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	+17%	$2,950	312
430i Gran Coupe	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Rear-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	-1%	$2,950	312
430i xDrive Coupe	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 33 / 27	+13%	$3,050	327
430i xDrive Convertible	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 33 / 27	+13%	$3,050	327
M440i Convertible Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Rear-Wheel Drive	23 / 31 / 26	+9%	$3,150	340
M440i xDrive Coupe Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 32 / 26	+9%	$3,150	337
M440i xDrive Convertible Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 31 / 26	+9%	$3,150	339
M440i xDrive Gran Coupe Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 29 / 25	-11%	$3,300	360

6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

6/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $2,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23.9 MPG2022 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 BMW 4 Series.

Similar 2022 subcompact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2022 BMW 4 Series (this car)	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2022 BMW 3 Series	30 MPG	★★★★★	0
2022 BMW 5 Series	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class	26 MPG	★★★★★	0
2022 Lexus IS	25 MPG	Not rated	1
2022 Audi A4	29 MPG	Not rated	3
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class	29 MPG	Not rated	0

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW 4 Series.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 BMW 4 Series is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2022 BMW 4 Series in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2022 BMW 4 Series buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 BMW 4 Series. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other 4 Series years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls
2027 4 Series	31	–	Not rated	0
2026 4 Series	31	187.8 in	Not rated	0
2025 4 Series	31	187.8 in	Not rated	0
2024 4 Series	28	187.8 in	Not rated	0
2023 4 Series	28	188.2 in	Not rated	1
2021 4 Series	29	187.8 in	Not rated	0
2020 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0
2019 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0
2018 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0
2017 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0
2016 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0
2015 4 Series	27	182.7 in	Not rated	0

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →