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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Toyota Corolla?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • convincingly more power
  • decisively quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely noticeable more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17108 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe has a convincingly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 352 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is somewhat lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1600 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers a bit more room – 440 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla barely noticeable takes the win – 450 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe is decisively ahead 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.

BMW 4 Series Coupe
Toyota Corolla

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from about £45,700
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 92700 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1600 - 1895 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4768 - 4770 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1852 - 1887 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1383 - 1393 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.