BMW 840i xDrive vs BMW M4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW M4
Overview
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 840i xDrive | Coupe |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $97,500 | $82,200 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $65,999 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $69,999 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $107,192 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 5 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 15.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 473 hp (best) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,010 lbs (best) | 769 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,281 lbs | 3,829 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 119 in (best) | 112.5 in |
| Length | 200.3 in (best) | 189.1 in |
| Width | 76.1 in (best) | 74.3 in |
| Height | 55.4 in (best) | 55 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | BMW M4Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 840i xDrive | BMW M4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 840i xDrive $97,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Coupe $82,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 840i xDrive $97,500 MSRP | Competition $86,600 MSRP |
| 3 | 840i xDrive $107,500 MSRP | Competition xDrive $91,700 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Competition xDrive $98,600 MSRP |
Live inventory
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BMW 840i xDrive vs BMW M4 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW 840i xDrive vs 2027 BMW M4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW M4 starts lower at $82,200. Live BMW M4 listings start at $65,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (82,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- The 2026 BMW 840i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW 840i xDrive or 2027 BMW M4?
- The 2026 BMW 840i xDrive leads on seats in this comparison (5).