BMW 4 Series Coupe Review 2023 | heycar

If you can put the divisive grille out of your mind this BMW 4 Series Coupe review 2022 will tell you everything you need to know. You’ll have to decide whether the colossal grille speaks to you, but asides from – arguably the most controversial automotive design feature of recent times – the BMW 4 Series Coupe has a lot going for it. If you can’t get past the bold styling, you could spend your money on an Audi A5 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe instead, but we reckon you’d be missing out.

Indeed, the 4 Series looks pretty phwoar when you view it from the rear. And, even from the front, it’s certainly less offensive in the metal than it is in pictures – so don’t dismiss it just yet. You can make your own decision about the coupe’s design but, to its credit, BMW certainly can’t be accused of treading carefully.

Fortunately, designers haven’t done anything too weird inside. It feels pretty much like a BMW 3 Series, with lots of lovely materials and feel-good fabrics. All models are well-equipped with leather seats as standard across the range, as well as the brand’s latest infotainment system. This is excellent, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as BMW’s Intelligent Personal Assistant. In theory, this works a bit like Alexa but, in our experience, it’s a bit on the clumsy side.

Of course, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is not as practical as a BMW 3 Series (although a more versatile Gran Coupe is on its way). It’s a strict four-seater at best, with the rear seats needing some yoga-like moves to access. They’re fine for occasional use by children, though, and the boot will be big enough for the weekly Waitrose shop.

Being a BMW, the area in which the 4 Series really impresses is how it drives. Even the entry-level 420i (which, actually, is probably our favourite model) is a lot of fun, with power being sent to the rear wheels and lovely, communicative steering keeping you on the road. When you just want to get to your destination, the 4 Series does that too – it’s a remarkably civilised car, although you will notice the odd bump in the road (especially if you buy one with the bigger 19-inch alloy wheels).

While the majority of buyers are expected to go for a 420i, there’s also a diesel model (420d) for those long-distance drivers. An M440i ticks the enthusiast box, too – at least until a hot M4 variant arrives.

Marmite looks aside, there’s little to dislike about the new BMW 4 Series. It’s got a superb interior, is brilliant to drive and is loaded with tech that’s easy to use. Chuck in surprisingly low running costs and high equipment levels and we rate the 4 Series very highly indeed.

If you’re looking for the older version, you need our BMW 4 Series (2013-2020) review.