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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Subaru Forester?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Forester is noticeably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Forester

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 Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 468 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is only slightly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers only slightly more boot space – 508 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries marginally more – 492 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe holds a decisive 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.

from £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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3.8 (3 Reviews)
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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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