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2021 BMW 4 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 BMW 4 Series is a subcompact car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 27 to 29 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 2020 model. Among 34 subcompact cars rated for 2021, it ranks 10th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,043 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 26 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,043 15,000 mi/yr · $13.62 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #10 of 34 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 BMW 4 Series's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2021 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i3113 MPGe $805
  2. 2MINI Cooper EV108 MPGe $845
  3. 3BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid100 MPGe + 31 MPG $948
  4. 4Chevrolet Spark33 MPG $1,409
  5. 5Karma GS-670 MPGe + 26 MPG $1,496
  6. 10BMW 4 Series29 MPG $2,043
  7. 34Roush Performance Mustang15 MPG $3,950
2021 4 SeriesOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,279/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

4 Series MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
430i Coupe
Gas 26 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $2,043
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
430i xDrive Coupe
Gas 24 MPG 33 MPG 27 MPG — $2,194
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
430i Convertible
Gas 24 MPG 33 MPG 27 MPG — $2,194

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
86 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
304 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2021 BMW 4 Series vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2021 BMW 4 Series Hybrid (26 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 BMW 4 Series?

Up to 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 27 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 BMW 4 Series use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 BMW 4 Series?

The 2021 BMW 4 Series's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 BMW 4 Series per year?

About $2,043 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $13.62 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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