2018 BMW 4 Series Specifications Overview
The 2018 BMW 4 Series is certified across 15 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S8) or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 1st Generation (F32/F33/F36) vehicle family.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (15)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 430i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i xDrive Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 430i Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i xDrive Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i xDrive Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 440i Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Compact Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2018 BMW 4 Series C AWD
- 2018 BMW 4 Series 2 DR AWD
- 2018 BMW 4 Series 4 DR AWD
- 2018 BMW 4 Series C RWD
- 2018 BMW 4 Series 2 DR RWD
- 2018 BMW 4 Series 4 DR RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
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