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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or VW Arteon?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs VW Arteon: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Arteon

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  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Arteon is barely cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,404 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

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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 slightly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 230 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, VW Arteon is very slightly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries a bit more – 569 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran 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.

from £45,700
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
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
VW Arteon

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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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
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Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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