BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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420i (Stage 2)
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420i (Stage 1)
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420i
Comparison overview
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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.7 s
- Fastest top speed262 km/h163 mph
- Most powerful255 hp190 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,620 kg3,571 lb
- Best power-to-weight157 hp/t117 kW/t6.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.1 L/100 km29.0 mpg US34.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.0 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.0 L/100 km33.6 mpg US40.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range728 km453 mi
- Largest trunk470 L
- Best overall score63/100
- Best performance score60/100
- Best economy score85/100
- Best practicality score69/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp |
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| Power | 255hp190kW+85 hp | 221hp165kW+51 hp | 201hp150kW+31 hp | 170hp127kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb |
| Gross weight | 2,175kg4,795lb | 2,175kg4,795lb | 2,175kg4,795lb | 2,175kg4,795lb |
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 227 km/h 141 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 94.4s99% target: 259 km/h / 161 mph-10.6 s Calculated | 98.6s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-6.4 s Calculated | 101.5s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph-3.5 s Calculated | 105.0s99% target: 225 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s-1.9 s | 7.3s-1.3 s | 7.8s-0.8 s | 8.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 24.2s-17.2 s Calculated | 28.7s-12.7 s Calculated | 32.4s-9.0 s Calculated | 41.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.7s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.6s-0.6 s Calculated | 16.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 157hp/t117kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 136hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated | 105hp/t78kW/t48hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 239Nm/t160lb-ft/ton Calculated | 208Nm/t139lb-ft/ton Calculated | 188Nm/t126lb-ft/ton Calculated | 154Nm/t103lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 728km453mi Calculated | 728km453mi Calculated | 728km453mi Calculated | 728km453mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,597cc97cu in | 1,597cc97cu in | 1,597cc97cu in | 1,597cc97cu in |
| Length | 4,783mm188in | 4,783mm188in | 4,783mm188in | 4,783mm188in |
| Width | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in | 1,852mm73in |
| Height | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,856mm112in | 2,856mm112in | 2,856mm112in | 2,856mm112in |
| Front track | 1,595mm63in | 1,595mm63in | 1,595mm63in | 1,595mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,623mm64in | 1,623mm64in | 1,623mm64in | 1,623mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 470L | 470L | 470L | 470L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,290L | 1,290L | 1,290L | 1,290L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 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 Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 2) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 1) 201 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i 170 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 5,000-5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,400 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 5,000-5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,400 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 5,000-5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,400 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 5,000-5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,400 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 24.2 s | 28.7 s | 32.4 s | 41.4 s |
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 227 km/h 141 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.4 s | 12.8 s | 13.1 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.7 s | 15.2 s | 15.6 s | 16.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 160 km/h 99 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph | 149 km/h 92 mph | 142 km/h 88 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW |
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp has 85 hp more than BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i 170 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i 170 hp and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp: 85 hp (63 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 227 km/h 141 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 6.7 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 7.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 7.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 8.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i 170 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 2) 221 hp and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 1) 201 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 728 km 453 mi |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 728 km 453 mi |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 728 km 453 mi |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 728 km 453 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW | 6.7 s | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.3 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW | 7.8 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW | 8.6 s | 227 km/h 141 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp |
| 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp |
| 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp |
| 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp |
| 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 7.8 s |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 8.6 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 Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
| BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 3)255 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 2)221 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i (Stage 1)201 hp | BMW4 Series Gran Coupe (G26)420i170 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 255 hp 190 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 201 hp 150 kW | 170 hp 127 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 227 km/h 141 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km 29.0 mpg US 34.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 728 km 453 mi | 728 km 453 mi | 728 km 453 mi | 728 km 453 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 470 L 16.6 cu ft | 470 L 16.6 cu ft | 470 L 16.6 cu ft | 470 L 16.6 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp | BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 2) 221 hp | BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 1) 201 hp | BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i 170 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.1 L/100 km29 mpg US34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km29 mpg US34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km29 mpg US34.9 mpg UK | 8.1 L/100 km29 mpg US34.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 14.17 LC100 km | 14.17 LC100 km | 14.17 LC100 km | 14.17 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 22.81 LC100 mi | 22.81 LC100 mi | 22.81 LC100 mi | 22.81 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,215 L321 US gal267 UK gal | 1,215 L321 US gal267 UK gal | 1,215 L321 US gal267 UK gal | 1,215 L321 US gal267 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,126 LC/year | 2,126 LC/year | 2,126 LC/year | 2,126 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Has 34 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 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 Gran Coupe (G26) 420i (Stage 2) 221 hp
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