VERDICT · SAME N20 ENGINE AS THE F30 3 SERIES
BMW 4 Series 428i
is it a safe used buy?
BMW's coupe spin-off from the F30 3 Series, sharing the identical N20 turbo four covered in detail on that model's pages.
GENERATIONF32 (2014–2016)
ENGINE428i
POWER240 hp
USED PRICE$13,500–22,000
How the engine fits this car
BMW's coupe spin-off from the F30 3 Series, sharing the identical N20 turbo four covered in detail on that model's pages.
A genuinely stylish alternative to the 3 Series sedan with no change to the engine's own risk profile.
BMW 4 Series-specific pros and cons
This is about the car itself — for engine-specific failure points, see the dedicated engine page below.
WHAT HOLDS UP WELL
- Identical N20 reliability profile to the well-documented F30 3 Series
- Genuinely distinctive coupe styling with the same chassis underpinnings
- ZF 8HP automatic is one of the more dependable modern transmissions
- Good availability of both coupe and convertible body styles
WHAT TO WATCH
- Timing chain tensioner wear, covered on the engine page, is the most consistently reported mechanical concern
- Oil consumption affects a meaningful minority of examples
- Rear seat space is limited, typical of the coupe body style
- Run-flat tyres, where fitted, are costly to replace
Pricing on the used market
Mileage band
Typical price
What to expect
Under 60,000 mi
$18,500–22,000
Lower-mileage, well-kept examples
60,000–100,000 mi
$15,800–18,500
Sweet spot, confirm chain and oil consumption history
100,000+ mi
$13,500–15,800
Budget for a chain inspection if not already done
Pre-purchase checklist for this generation
Listen for a rattle on cold start that persists for more than a second or two.
Check oil level yourself if possible.
Ask about fluid service history for the ZF 8HP automatic.