2020 BMW 4 Series

For the year 2020, this Bimmer gets a few cosmetic updates such as darker tail lights, black grille surrounds, and an updated rear diffuser. The ride also gets some driver aids as a standard highlight for the year. Rear-wheel-drive is standard across all models, and xDrive (AWD) arrangement can be procured for an additional cost of $2000. 

The 4 Series has some alluring standard equipment and offers a bunch of extravagance highlights. The cabin is quiet and well laid-out and offers ample passenger space. All things considered, the 2020 BMW 4-Series is great with a wonderfully firm ride. This car from BMW faces stiff competition from fellow Germans, the Mercdes-Benz C300 and Audi A5, and also the Jaguar XE. 

The 2020 BMW 4 Series Coupe is offered in 2 trims the 430i Coupe and the 440i Coupe. The 430i being the base model starts at $44,950 for the Rear-Wheel-Drive. The BMW 440i is the second iteration and starts at $51,350. The prime difference between these two trims is the powertrain. The 430i houses a 2.0L Inline-4 engine which produces a sweet 248 hp along with 256 lb.-ft. of torque. The 440i, on the other hand, comes fitted with a 3.0L turbocharged 6-cylinder which changes the performance figures to 326 hp and 332 lb.-ft. torque. An xDrive arrangement (AWD) can be accommodated on the vehicles with an additional price of $2000. 

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	BMW 440i Coupe
MSRP (RWD)	$44,950	$51,350
MSRP (AWD)	$46,950	$53,350
Key Features	2.0L Inline-4 cylinders	Adds/Upgrades to BMW 430i Coupe
	248 hp, 256 lb.-ft.	326 hp., 332 lb.-ft.
	LED Headlights	Keyless entry and ignition
	Rearview Camera	Leather steering wheel
	Parking Sensors	16-speaker Harmon Kardon surround audio system
	Cruise Control	Turbocharged 3.0L 6-cylinders
	Dual-automatic climate control

Our recommendation for the best trim

The 440i's six-chamber power is inebriating, however, the 430i should hit the sweet spot for most of the purchasers. Its turbo four-chamber is a solid entertainer, and the cash you spare can go toward attractive alternatives, for example, a versatile suspension, warmed seats, wireless phone charging, or an assortment of driver aids.

When it comes to power and performance, the BMW 430i Coupe nails it. The ride in its base engine produces the power of 248 horses. The power kicks in at 5200 rpm and feels just right for zipping through the city lanes or cruising along the highway. The power may not give you the adrenaline rush but is still adequate for a remarkable performance. The shot of adrenaline is reserved for the 440i which holds 326 ponies and can unleash them at the slightest tap of the throttle pedal. 

Speaking of transmission, both 430i and 440i comes mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission setup which fulfills the upshifting and downshifting duties pretty effortlessly.

Models	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
MSRP	$44,950	$43,400	$44,200	$46,235
Engine	2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4	2.0L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded Inline-4	2.0L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded Inline-4	2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic	7-Speed Automatic S Tronic Dual-Clutch	8-speed Automatic
Power (hp @ rpm)	248@5,200	255@5,500	252@5,700	247@5,300
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	258@2,400	273@2,200	260@2,500	269@2,100

How fast is it?

The BMW 430i catapults itself from 0 to 60 MPH in 5.5 seconds, which is the fastest in the segment. The Mercedes C300 4Matic takes a similar time span in order to showcase this skill. However, the 430i Coupe lags behind that Merc in the quarter-mile timings by 0.3 seconds. This gap although is very minute and barley comes to notice in the real world. 

Models	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
0-60 MPH (sec)	5.5	5.5	5.7	6.3
Quarter Mile (sec)	14.3	14.1	14.7	15.0
Top Speed (MPH)	130	130	N/A	120
Engine	2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4	2.0L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded Inline-4	2.0L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded Inline-4	2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/yr)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

How do the brakes work for BMW 430i Coupe?

The Bimmer comes fitted with a 12.3-inch brake rotor on the front wheels and 11.8-inch rotors towards the rear end. The braking inspires confidence pulling a 3574-pound vehicle to a complete standstill from 60 MPH in just 162 ft. Its brake pedals feel sturdy whether it’s applied suddenly or gradually, staying consistent and delivering an effective performance whenever needed.

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
Brake Rotors Front (in)	12.3	13	13.3	12.8
Brake Rotors Rear (in)	11.8	11.8	13	12.8
Curb Weight (lbs)	3574	3500	3704	3500
60-0 MPH (ft)	162	153	N/A	184

What about ride and handling?

The 4 Series is a complete nanny when it comes to providing comfort to its passengers. The ride is the best one can get for going some extra miles. The chassis setup of the 2020 BMW 4 series is highly versatile and can adapt to different situations and tarmacs in a snap. The Comfort mode goes easy on the ride and keeps things pretty relaxed.

Switch to the Sport mode and the suspension gets stiffer and the ride just sans its relaxed family-drive character and becomes one hell of a corner-carver. The ride feels planted and stable at all times and does not experience any body roll when knocking down the corners in speed. The engine note is not very loud but its low hymn feels pleasant. The car feels like an ideal blend of agile handling and collected ride quality. 

Considering the firepower it produces, the 2020 BMW 430i’s fuel economy figures are really a surprise element here. The Bimmer gives out an economy of 24 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway, making a combined MPG figure of 28, which oughts to be the best in the segment. 

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
MPG (City)	24	22	24	24
MPG (Highway)	34	33	33	34
MPG (Combined)	28	26	27	28
Fuel Capacity (Combined)	15.8	17.4	15.3	16.6
Range (City/Hwy/Combined) (in)	332/490/442	400/574/452	367/490/413	398/564/464

BMW brought the 4 series to life keeping in mind the comfort of passengers. This fact can be so easily acknowledged once you get inside the cabin of the 2020 430i Coupe. The company offers you a number of seating arrangements, which along with an efficient telescopic steering wheel, makes it easy to find your desired seating position. The BMW 430i stands by its coupe character by providing ample space to outstretch your legs. Getting into the backseat requires some effort, but is a comfortable spot to be in, once you reach there. 

 The interior is adorned with some great quality materials which further enhances the premium and uptown vibe of the 2020 BMW 430i. The cabin is extremely muffled and hardly lets any outside noise sneak inside. 

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
Seating Capacity	4	5	5	5
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	40.4/55.3/42.2	37.6/55.3/-	39.7/55.7/41.3	37.0/41.5/56.8
Rear Row  (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	37.1/49.8/33.1	35.1/55.0/-	36.9/54.5/35.1	37.0/35.0/54.7

What's the tech inside BMW 430i Coupe?

The onboard standard and optional tech tidbits make the BMW 430i Coupe the ultimate connected machine. Behind the steering wheel is a 10.25-inch digital-analog cluster that displays all the vital driving information including navigation instruction and drive assist indicators.

What obtains the focal point on the 430i Coupe’s dash is a 6.5-inch BMW iDrive infotainment panel which is exceptionally well at feedbacks.

Some of the prominent features of the 2020 BMW 430i Coupe’s infotainment system are:

• Apple CarPlay Compatibility with 1-year trial
• Instrument cluster with extended contents
• 9-speaker audio system with CD Player
• USB audio connection and hands-free Bluetooth including Audio Streaming
• Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information

How much is the Cargo Volume?

The 2020 BMW 430i Coupe demonstrates its family utility character in terms of cargo space as well. The ride offers a cargo capacity of 15.7 ft.3, which is simply commendable. The Audi A5 offers the best in class cargo space and leads by a big margin. The Jaguar XE makes the chase with 16.1 ft.3, followed up closely by the BMW 430i Coupe.

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
Cargo Capacity (ft3)	15.7	12.6	21.8	16.1

The BMW 4 series defines class and style. Come the year 2020, the ride has been made even more seductive with darker taillights, black grille surrounds and an updated rear diffuser. The ride rolls on 18-inch wheels and posts a macho impression with its wide and low stance. 

The front belt consolidates the popular kidney-grille with LED headlights flanked on either side pursued by mesh-grilles fitted with fog lights. Longnose with unpretentious cuts and the Beemer symbol make up the hood of the 430i. Detailed parallel character lines keep running over the side profile, and profoundly directed air inlets rest close to the bumpers. 

Aerodynamically intended to aid the car's performance, the 182" long smooth profile moves right towards the back. On the back is commanded by a plain and straightforward belt with LED brake lights and double tailpipes on the back left. The coupe has a ground clearance of 5-inches, which makes it a bad choice for conquering the rough tracks.

Model	BMW 430i Coupe	Mercedes C300 4Matic	Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback	Jaguar XE
Curb Weight (lbs)	3574	3500	3704	3500
Length (in)	182.7	184.5	186.3	183.9
Width (in)	71.9	71.3	72.6	77.4
Height (in)	54.2	56.3	54.6	55.8
Ground Clearance (in)	5.1	3.8	N/A	4.0
Wheelbase (in)	110.6	111.8	111.2	111.6

Highlights of the exterior design

Some of the prominent features of the 2020 BMW 4 Series Coupe are: 

• Matte Chrome exterior trim
• 18” double-spoke light-alloy wheels
• Power-folding, heated side mirrors
• LED headlights
• LED fog lights

The Germans have always been renowned for their safety competitiveness and the BMW 430i coupe inherits the same traits and comes jam-packed with active driver-assist and safety features. Some of the prominent safety highlights of the 20202 BMW 4 Series Coupe are:

• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Front and rear Head Protection System (HPS)
• Knee airbags for driver and front passenger
• Front safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners
• Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger safety belts for installation of child-restraint seat
• LATCH attachments for child-restraint safety installation
• Anti-theft alarm system
• BMW Assist eCall includes Emergency Request (SOS button) and Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification

BMW 430i Coupe VS Mercedes C-class

Introduce yourself to the most reasonable option of the list. Priced at $ 43,400, the Mercedes C300 4Matic is the cheapest of the lot. Fitted with an Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L, the C-class generates 255 hp along with 273 lb.-ft. of peak torque, which happens to be the best-in-class performance figures. The ride can sprint from 0-60 MPH in 5.5 seconds. 

BMW 430i Coupe VS Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Premium Sportback

Priced at $44,200, the A5 is the second least expensive offering of the segment. The ride comes fitted with a 2.0L i4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded, which can fabricate 252 hp along with 260 lb.-ft. Of torque. The A5 scores great on the utilitarian factor, as it offers you the best-in-class cargo and interior space. 

BMW 430i Coupe VS Jaguar XE

The Pouncing Puma is the most expensive benefaction of this chunk and comes at a sticker price of $46,235. The ride houses a 2.0L, Turbocharged, Inline-4 cylinder engine, which can churn out 247 hp along with 269 lb.-ft. Of torque. The ride comes last in the 0-60 sprint with a required time of 6.3 seconds. 

Attempting to mix sport with solace? Give the 430i a chance. The car can take into account a family of four while adding to the devotee who'd need to take it out for a wild spin. With a lot of highlights on board to keep things intriguing and innovative, the 430i is a great set of wheels from the Bavarians. 

Its fundamental rivals do anyway give it an extreme competition however the 430i still figures out how to keep up its head and keep them on their toes. Like the C300 of the Mercedes-Benz or the A5 of that of Audi who're principle German opponents to the Bavarian coupe, the Beemer is a blend of both the cars put in one is as yet an extraordinary purchase in any case.