BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33)
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i · Stage 3vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i · Stage 2vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i · Stage 1vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i
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Comparison overview
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.0 s
- Fastest top speed287 km/h178 mph
- Most powerful378 hp282 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,805 kg3,979 lb
- Best power-to-weight209 hp/t156 kW/t4.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.5 L/100 km27.7 mpg US33.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions156 g/km
- Best estimated range896 km556 mi
- Largest trunk370 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score75/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score48/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp |
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| Power | 378hp282kW+126 hp | 328hp244kW+76 hp | 297hp222kW+45 hp | 252hp188kW |
| Torque | 543Nm400lb-ft+193 Nm | 473Nm348lb-ft+123 Nm | 427Nm315lb-ft+77 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,805kg3,979lb | 1,805kg3,979lb | 1,805kg3,979lb | 1,805kg3,979lb |
| Gross weight | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb |
| Top speed | 287 km/h 178 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 78.1s99% target: 284 km/h / 177 mph-19.9 s Calculated | 83.2s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-14.8 s Calculated | 86.6s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-11.5 s Calculated | 98.0s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.0s-1.4 s | 5.4s-1.0 s | 5.8s-0.6 s | 6.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.3s-8.1 s Calculated | 19.0s-5.4 s Calculated | 21.2s-3.3 s Calculated | 24.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.3 s Calculated | 5.2s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 13.5s-0.9 s Calculated | 13.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 209hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 181hp/t135kW/t82hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 140hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 301Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated | 262Nm/t175lb-ft/ton Calculated | 237Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 194Nm/t130lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 896km556mi Calculated | 896km556mi Calculated | 896km556mi Calculated | 896km556mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in | 4,638mm183in |
| Width | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in | 1,825mm72in |
| Height | 1,399mm55in | 1,399mm55in | 1,399mm55in | 1,399mm55in |
| Wheelbase | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in |
| Front track | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,590mm63in | 1,590mm63in | 1,590mm63in | 1,590mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 370L | 370L | 370L | 370L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
| CO2 emissions | 156g/km | 156g/km | 156g/km | 156g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 2) 328 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 1) 297 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i 252 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 5,200 rpm | 1,450-4,800 rpm | 5,450 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 5,200 rpm | 1,450-4,800 rpm | 5,450 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 5,200 rpm | 1,450-4,800 rpm | 5,450 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 5,200 rpm | 1,450-4,800 rpm | 5,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.2 s | 5.5 s | 6.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.3 s | 19.0 s | 21.2 s | 24.5 s |
| Top speed | 287 km/h 178 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
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60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.7 s | 5.9 s | 6.0 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.1 s | 9.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.0 s | 11.4 s | 11.7 s | 12.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.0 s | 13.5 s | 13.9 s | 14.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 180 km/h 112 mph | 171 km/h 107 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 160 km/h 99 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 378 hp 282 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 328 hp 244 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 297 hp 222 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 252 hp 188 kW |
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp has 126 hp more than BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i 252 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i 252 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp: 126 hp (94 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 287 km/h 178 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 5.0 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 5.4 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 5.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 6.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i 252 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 2) 328 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 1) 297 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 896 km 556 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 896 km 556 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 896 km 556 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 896 km 556 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 378 hp 282 kW | 5.0 s | 287 km/h 178 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 328 hp 244 kW | 5.4 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 297 hp 222 kW | 5.8 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 252 hp 188 kW | 6.4 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.4 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)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 3)378 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 2)328 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i (Stage 1)297 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (F33)430i252 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 378 hp 282 kW | 328 hp 244 kW | 297 hp 222 kW | 252 hp 188 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 287 km/h 178 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb | 1,805 kg 3,979 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 896 km 556 mi | 896 km 556 mi | 896 km 556 mi | 896 km 556 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 156 g/km | 156 g/km | 156 g/km | 156 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 370 L 13.1 cu ft | 370 L 13.1 cu ft | 370 L 13.1 cu ft | 370 L 13.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 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) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 2) 328 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 1) 297 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i 252 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 4 Series Convertible (F33) 430i (Stage 3) 378 hp
- Has 50 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 28 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) 430i (Stage 2) 328 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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