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2017 BMW 4 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2017 BMW 4 Series is the switch from 428i and 435i models to the 430i and 440i, along with newer turbocharged four- and six-cylinder engines. Otherwise, this is a light update before the 2018 styling refresh.
About the 2017 BMW 4 Series
1st generation 4 Series (F32 Coupe / F33 Convertible / F36 Gran Coupe), engine-update year before the 2018 styling refresh.
BMW positions the 4 Series as the sleeker, more style-focused alternative to the 3 Series, with extra visual drama and a sportier feel without stepping all the way up to the harder-edged M4. The range covers a classic two-door coupe, a folding-hardtop convertible, and a four-door Gran Coupe that mixes coupe looks with hatchback usefulness. For most shoppers, the 4 Series is about premium everyday driving with sharper styling and more driver focus than a typical compact luxury sedan.
The 430i is the balanced four-cylinder model, while the 440i adds a smoother, stronger 320-hp six-cylinder engine plus features such as Harman Kardon audio and keyless entry. Coupe and Convertible versions emphasize two-door style, while the four-door Gran Coupe adds a power tailgate and more useful cargo access; all-wheel-drive versions are identified by the xDrive name.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 428i and 435i model names give way to 430i and 440i variants across the Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe range. The 430i uses a newer 248-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the 440i receives a newer 320-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six.
Styling
440i Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe models gain a standard Nappa leather steering wheel.
2017 BMW 4 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, SULEV, 2.0T | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SULEV, 2.0T | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SULEV, 2.0T | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SULEV, 2.0T | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport | Auto, 8-Spd Sport |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 20–21 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 29–32 mpg | 34 mpg | 32 mpg | 32–33 mpg | 30–31 mpg | 33 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 320 hp | 248 hp | 320 hp | 248 hp | 320 hp | 248 hp | 320 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.1–33.7 in | 33.1–33.7 in | 33.7 in | 33.7 in | 33.1–33.7 in | 33.1–33.7 in | 33.7 in | 33.7 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
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| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 BMW 4 Series a full redesign?
No. The 2017 BMW 4 Series remains part of the first generation and mainly receives new model names and updated engines. The broader styling refresh arrives for 2018.
What replaced the 428i and 435i for 2017?
The 430i and 440i names replace the previous 428i and 435i naming across the 4 Series lineup. The change comes with newer turbocharged four- and six-cylinder engines.
What engines are in the 2017 BMW 430i and 440i?
The 2017 430i has a 248-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the 440i has a 320-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six.
Did every 2017 BMW 4 Series body style receive the engine and naming update?
Yes. The updated 430i and 440i naming and engines extend across the Coupe, Convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe body styles, including rear-wheel-drive and xDrive all-wheel-drive versions.
Is the 2017 BMW 4 Series meaningfully different from the 2016 model?
Yes, mainly under the hood. The 2017 model moves to the 430i and 440i names with newer turbo engines, but the overall design and most equipment change very little.
2017 BMW 4 Series Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 BMW 4 Series.
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2017 BMW 4 Series
(571 reviews)
“You have to fill up the car as soon as it shows needs gas otherwise you will get stranded. Happened to me and was told to keep the car with at least quarter tank of gas.”
“Fun to drive, but the ride is bumpy and the controls are not all user friendly. No storage capacity in the center counsel.”