2018 BMW 430i Review | Edmunds

Edmunds Senior Writer Mark Takahashi finds himself at odds with his fellow editors when it comes to the entry-level 2018 BMW 430i. They contend that the four-cylinder engine shouldn't be offered in the 4 Series because its performance won't live up to its appearance or heritage. Mark disagrees and sets out to prove why the 430i is a car worth considering. Q: What kind of engine does the 2018 BMW 430i have? A: The 430i is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Q: What other 4 Series engines are available? A: The BMW 440i gets a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder with 322 horsepower. The M4 ups output to 425 hp. Q: What's new about the 4 Series for 2018? A: The 4 Series gets a mild refresh, with slightly modified front and rear fascias. There's also a revised suspension tuning, a new virtual gauge panel, and interior trim updates. Q: What does the 4 Series compete against? A: The BMW 4 Series' rivals include the Audi A5 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Q: Is Mark right? A: Yes. Mark is ALWAYS right. Except when he's not. Read our review here: https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/4-series/2018/review/ Edmunds – we help you find your perfect car with unbiased and useful reviews, advice, pricing and tools. Visit us at https://www.edmunds.com/.

Added 10 May 2026