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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs BMW 7 Series comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 102,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or BMW 7 Series?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs BMW 7 Series: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter

BMW 7 Series

  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

7 Series

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers very slightly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 655 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers moderately more boot space – 540 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series holds a narrow overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
BMW 7 Series

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
BMW 7 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
74 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
5,391 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
605 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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