BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33)
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d · Stage 3vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d · Stage 2vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d · Stage 1vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d
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Comparison overview
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.2 s
- Fastest top speed277 km/h172 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,680 kg3,704 lb
- Best power-to-weight170 hp/t127 kW/t5.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.0 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions133 g/km
- Best estimated range1,118 km694 mi
- Largest trunk220 L
- Best overall score60/100
- Best performance score69/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score42/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb |
| Gross weight | 2,150kg4,740lb | 2,150kg4,740lb | 2,150kg4,740lb | 2,150kg4,740lb |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 93.6s99% target: 274 km/h / 170 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 100.4s99% target: 264 km/h / 164 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 104.2s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-1.8 s Calculated | 105.9s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2s-2.0 s | 6.8s-1.4 s | 7.3s-0.9 s | 8.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 21.1s-15.3 s Calculated | 24.3s-12.1 s Calculated | 27.8s-8.6 s Calculated | 36.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.2s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 170hp/t127kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 148hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 131hp/t98kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated | 110hp/t82kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 362Nm/t242lb-ft/ton Calculated | 317Nm/t212lb-ft/ton Calculated | 283Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated | 226Nm/t151lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,118km694mi Calculated | 1,118km694mi Calculated | 1,118km694mi Calculated | 1,118km694mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in |
| Width | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in |
| Height | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in |
| Wheelbase | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in |
| Front track | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 220L | 220L | 220L | 220L |
| Max trunk volume | 370L | 370L | 370L | 370L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 57L | 57L | 57L | 57L |
| CO2 emissions | 133g/km | 133g/km | 133g/km | 133g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s | 7.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.3 s | 8.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 21.1 s | 24.3 s | 27.8 s | 36.5 s |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.6 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.0 s | 12.5 s | 12.8 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.2 s | 14.8 s | 15.2 s | 15.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 166 km/h 103 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 154 km/h 95 mph | 145 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d 184 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 6.2 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 6.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 7.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 8.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d 184 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 2) 248 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 1) 221 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,118 km 694 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,118 km 694 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,118 km 694 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 1,118 km 694 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 6.2 s | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.8 s | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.3 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 8.2 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 8.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 2)248 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d (Stage 1)221 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)420d184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.3 s | 8.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,118 km 694 mi | 1,118 km 694 mi | 1,118 km 694 mi | 1,118 km 694 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 133 g/km | 133 g/km | 133 g/km | 133 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 220 L 7.8 cu ft | 220 L 7.8 cu ft | 220 L 7.8 cu ft | 220 L 7.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 2) 248 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 1) 221 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 420d (Stage 2) 248 hp
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