BMW M4 vs Porsche 718 Spyder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Porsche 718 Spyder
Overview
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Coupe | Spyder RS |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $82,200 (best) | $164,200 |
| Lowest listing price | $65,999 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $69,999 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $107,192 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 5 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 16.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 473 hp | 493 hp (best) |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 331 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | 8.6 cu ft |
| Payload | 769 lbs (best) | 655 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,829 lbs | 3,214 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in (best) | 97.7 in |
| Length | 189.1 in (best) | 173.9 in |
| Width | 74.3 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 55 in (best) | 49.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 M4 | Porsche 718 Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coupe $82,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Spyder RS $164,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition $86,600 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Competition xDrive $91,700 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Competition xDrive $98,600 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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BMW M4 vs Porsche 718 Spyder FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M4 vs 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- 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: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (82,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- Which has better seats: 2027 BMW M4 or 2025 Porsche 718 Spyder?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on seats in this comparison (4).