BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23)
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d · Stage 3vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d · Stage 2vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d · Stage 1vsBMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d
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Comparison overview
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BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.8 s
- Fastest top speed279 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful295 hp220 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,775 kg3,913 lb
- Best power-to-weight166 hp/t124 kW/t6.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,311 km815 mi
- Largest trunk300 L
- Best overall score63/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score45/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp |
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| Power | 295hp220kW+105 hp | 257hp191kW+67 hp | 228hp170kW+38 hp | 190hp142kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb |
| Gross weight | 2,270kg5,004lb | 2,270kg5,004lb | 2,270kg5,004lb | 2,270kg5,004lb |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 236 km/h 147 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 88.2s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-11.1 s Calculated | 94.1s99% target: 265 km/h / 165 mph-5.1 s Calculated | 98.3s99% target: 255 km/h / 159 mph-1.0 s Calculated | 99.3s99% target: 234 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8s-1.8 s | 6.3s-1.3 s | 6.8s-0.8 s | 7.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.5s-14.1 s Calculated | 22.5s-11.1 s Calculated | 25.6s-8.0 s Calculated | 33.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 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 |
| Fuel consumption city | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 166hp/t124kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 145hp/t108kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 128hp/t96kW/t58hp/1000 lb Calculated | 107hp/t80kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 361Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 315Nm/t211lb-ft/ton Calculated | 282Nm/t188lb-ft/ton Calculated | 225Nm/t151lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,311km815mi Calculated | 1,311km815mi Calculated | 1,311km815mi Calculated | 1,311km815mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,768mm188in | 4,768mm188in | 4,768mm188in | 4,768mm188in |
| Width | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in |
| Height | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in | 1,384mm54in |
| Wheelbase | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in |
| Front track | 1,575mm62in | 1,575mm62in | 1,575mm62in | 1,575mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,611mm63in | 1,611mm63in | 1,611mm63in | 1,611mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 124mm5in | 124mm5in | 124mm5in | 124mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 300L | 300L | 300L | 300L |
| Max trunk volume | 385L | 385L | 385L | 385L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 59L | 59L | 59L | 59L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 2) 257 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 1) 228 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d 190 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,500 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,500 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,500 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,500 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.4 s | 7.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.5 s | 22.5 s | 25.6 s | 33.6 s |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 236 km/h 147 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.4 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.8 s | 14.3 s | 14.8 s | 15.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 170 km/h 106 mph | 163 km/h 101 mph | 157 km/h 98 mph | 148 km/h 92 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW |
BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp has 105 hp more than BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d 190 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d 190 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp: 105 hp (78 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 236 km/h 147 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 5.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 6.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 6.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 7.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d 190 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 2) 257 hp and BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 1) 228 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,311 km 815 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,311 km 815 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,311 km 815 mi |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 1,311 km 815 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW | 5.8 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW | 6.3 s | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW | 6.8 s | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.6 s | 236 km/h 147 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 7.6 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 (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 3)295 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 2)257 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d (Stage 1)228 hp | BMW4 Series Convertible (G23)420d190 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 295 hp 220 kW | 257 hp 191 kW | 228 hp 170 kW | 190 hp 142 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 236 km/h 147 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,311 km 815 mi | 1,311 km 815 mi | 1,311 km 815 mi | 1,311 km 815 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 300 L 10.6 cu ft | 300 L 10.6 cu ft | 300 L 10.6 cu ft | 300 L 10.6 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 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 (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 2) 257 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 1) 228 hp | BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d 190 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Has 38 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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
BMW 4 Series Convertible (G23) 420d (Stage 2) 257 hp
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