Should You Buy a BMW 4 SERIES GRAN COUPE? (Test Drive & Review 2017 420d M Sport)

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[archechme]

I remember a few years back. It was a lovely summer's morning. Sun was shining, birds were chirping and there was a man in a BMW 435i convertible. I looked at him and he glanced on forward and I just thought to myself, this guy knows exactly what he's about. I had instant respect for him as he sat there in his Melbourne Red Metallic 4 series convertible with the roof down on a lovely morning. It was a stunning car.

[thelastemperor]

I've had a 430i coupe for 3 years and it never fails to put a smile on my face when I drive it. It's the perfect balance between practicality and comfort while still being sporty. The back seats can carry 2 adults under 6' and the boot's a good size. The biggest improvement I made was to swap the tyres from run flats; instant reduction in road noise, got rid of the harsh ride and that's without the adaptive dampers so I would imagine with those fitted it would be an even bigger improvement. The interior whilst not the most exciting to look at is extremely well built with great ergonomics and not a single squeak or rattle. The red leather isn't as garish to look at in real life as it looks on camera. I also looked at the C Class couple which although looks more upmarket on the inside doesn't actually feel that classy once you start touching and prodding the materials. I had a remap put on mine so it's pushing close to 300hp now which has made a difference to not only performance but also economy, I'm averaging 40.5mpg. It really has been a pleasure to own the car and I'd highly recommend test driving one if you are in the market for a car like this.

[Adebee]

When I worked for BMW and we went over there to work for a while we got one of these as a hire car, I absolutely loved it, I don’t think anybody walked away thinking it was crappy

[dr.abdulmanan]

Over 2 years with 4 GC 430D, still love it. Have been planning to change but newer uglier 4 GC in 420i is way more expensive. Done over 73K but still feels as new as day 1. Absolutely lovely machine, good mileage, torque, space. It is just perfect.

[kevinchaffey]

Matt I purchased a 420d m sport grand coupe in April on a 68 plate and I still absolutely love it. I wasn’t looking to buy 1 but stumbled across it whilst looking on line for a new car !! It looked stunning and I saved it to my favourites, but after being disillusioned to dealers just wanting the deal to suit them instead of the customer, I couldn’t refuse the offer for said car. The drive is perfect in my opinion and feels very planted and solid on the road and like yours comes with some very good added extras. Yes it’s only a 2litre turbo diesel but once in sport mode it’s got some punch when needed but fuel economy is still very good 👍. For a car I wasn’t looking for…..this is going to be a purchase I’ll enjoy for quite a few years. Keep up the good work Matt Regards Kev

[alfamark]

Had a 430D for two years. Only shares one body panel with the 3 series. Beautiful car and cheap to run, once, using Ecopro I managed 63.4 mpg. Should have kept it.

[anthonycalixto]

As a fellow late 20’s man making good money and having a gym membership with a BMW 4 series, I approve with everything said about this car review haha
Great review 👍

[oscarericsson]

Something have always liked about BMW is cruise control on the steering wheel, should be standard on all cars. Really hate those cruise stalks behind the steering wheel.

[gicy]

I've had 2 of these... a 435d and now a 440i, both GC. I adore them. Great practicality and I personally think they're gorgeous. The newer ones look hideous. I have no "casual acquaintances" to speak of, however. :(

[AlexTenThousand]

I really love the 4 Series Gran Coupé. It's the perfect BMW in my opinion, and you can get a good diesel version with all the BMW quality for 20k in my experience.

[michaelperry]

I did 247k miles in my 520d. Fab workhorse. Sold it earlier this year... still going strong, and with prices the way they are now, I wish I had waited. It owed me nothing. Great reviewed Matt, I like these.

[camwat]

Bought one of the last GC 420d M Sport models new in 2020.
Rides extremely well, excellent mpg, acceleration very linear and just keep pulling - more than enough for general use. Excellent auto-box, and the BMW steering wheel is an absolute joy to hold.
Downsides: a touch gruff on start up and in first gear, but into second and through the box becomes silky-smooth and quiet. Surprising that the door mirrors don’t fold in so you’re always a bit concerned in a car park or worried they’ll get knocked off if street parking, and bear in mind you sit much lower down than you might think in one of these - that would be seen as a positive for some, a pain for others. It’s a personal preference thing but it’s worth pointing out as not many reviewers mention this and if it’s an issue to you it might be best to look elsewhere. Hope that helps.

[jonathanteagle]

My 420d GC is by far the best car I've ever owned. Great for any journey and averages 55mpg, even after a Superchips re map. It was perfect for moving my daughter's stuff to Uni and pretty handy around Thruxton too. 😁

[MrT_]

I've had two 4 series 14' plate 420d mineral grey, red interior and a 17' plate 435d xdrive carbon black, oyster interior. Both very good cars with no mechanical or electrical issues. I would agree that the six cyclinder's on the 435d was a much smoother ride and the power - wow! the review is spot on. Currently driving a new MK8 GTD and would love to get back into a 4 series soon!

[casimo]

I have a 430d GC - best car I've ever owned. Fast, fun to drive (RWD), cheap to run, and managed to move house in it! Incredible workhorse.

[Shane-zxps]

Lovely car, 435d is the proper model to have, economical fast and enough torque to tow the QE2, another great review dude, keep them coming…

[shiTthebed]

took my bmw for a service and they gave me one of these for the day while mine was getting done. i didnt want to give it back. was one of the best handling cars iv ever driven. beautiful car.

[parise]

One of the last proper BMWs for a while now.

[robertcolebrooke]

Tell you what Matt, every time I start daydreaming about my next car I YouTube it and you have done a video on it. And I know it’s going to tell me everything I need to know about the car in a clear and funny easy to watch way. Soon you’ll be the go to on every ‘normal’ secondhand car review, more so than carwow or top gear. Keep up the hard work mate. Have a great 2023

[xadilxhmd]

Great review, mines a 420d in Carbon black (completely agree with you on it being the best colour) with the white dacota leather interior. The car's great on fuel, comfy, smart and the list goes on.