BMW, 4 Series Little Known Facts

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The first generation BMW 435i was available with an M Sport package that included features like a rear spoiler and sports suspension.
In 2013, the F32 4 Series coupe was the best-selling entry-level luxury car in the United States.
The 420d model is the most fuel-efficient 4 Series variant, achieving 67.3 mpg on the European test cycle.
BMW offered a 'Sport Line' package for the M Sport version of the 4 Series that added features like 19-inch alloys and a M sports steering wheel.
The first-gen F32 435i featured an inline-6 engine producing 300 horsepower.
The 428i model was available with either a manual or automatic transmission, depending on market.
In certain markets, the 420d's diesel engine used a particulate filter to reduce emissions.
An 'Adaptive M suspension' option allowed for dynamic adjustments to be made in real-time based on the car's speed and driver inputs.
BMW introduced the concept of 'xDrive', an all-wheel drive system that could also switch to rear-wheel drive if conditions were right, for some 4 Series models.
The BMW i4, a plug-in hybrid variant, produces 374 horsepower in its top trim level.
There's no manual transmission option for the M440i model, only an automatic is available.
For the 2021 model year, BMW replaced the 430i with a new '40' designation on higher-end trims (such as M Sport and M Sport X).
The F32 was the first generation of the 4 Series to feature LED headlights that doubled as air vents for better cooling.
An M package was available for both the coupe and convertible versions of the F32 4 Series, adding unique styling cues like a rear spoiler.
A 'Comfort' drive mode was available on some models, smoothing out ride quality and making it less firm than other modes.
BMW offered an optional 'Comfort Access' system that allows hands-free opening of doors and tailgate operation with keyless entry.
The M440i model featured an adaptive suspension setup as standard equipment.
An 'M Sport Pro' package was introduced for the F32 in 2018, adding styling cues from the M4.
There is a dedicated '4 Series Gran Coupe' model that features more rear passenger space than other variants of the F32/F33 platform.
BMW produced over 1 million units of the F32 during its lifespan.