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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs VW Crafter comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 47100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or VW Crafter?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs VW Crafter: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible cheaper
  • decisively more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeable lighter

VW Crafter

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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £ , while the VW Crafter costs 47100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1439 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 4 Series Coupe manages with 4.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Crafter with 8.40 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

Crafter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Crafter tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Coupe pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm difference.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 4 Series Coupe offers clearly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is noticeable lighter – 1600 kg compared to 2072 kg. The difference is around 472 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Crafter significantly takes the win – 2994 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 2579 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly superior overall 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
VW Crafter

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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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VW Crafter

The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
VW Crafter

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 92700 £
Price
47100 - 68800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1600 - 1895 kg
Curb weight
2072 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4768 - 4770 mm
Length
5986 - 7391 mm
Width
1852 - 1887 mm
Width
2040 - 2069 mm
Height
1383 - 1393 mm
Height
2355 - 2830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 18400 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
1037 - 2994 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2017 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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.