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2025 BMW M4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 M4.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2025 BMW M4, fitted with an eight-speed automatic transmission, returns EPA fuel economy ratings of 16 mpg city, 23 highway, and 19 combined. With only six owner complaints on record, it sits well below the model’s peak of 21 complaints in 2016, though its two recalls and top complaints in service brakes and forward collision avoidance indicate that the 2025 model year has not yet matched the near-flawless 2020 model, which saw just a single complaint.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy16/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428092620. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428092620
Engine air filter13718095807 alt 13718095805
Spark plug12125A4EF60
Cabin air filter64119382886 alt 64119382885

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length188.2 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height56.7 in
Wheelbase112.6 in
Curb weight4189 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the M4 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.0–3.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.00 sec — 2025 CS Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2025CS Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-63.00 sec11.10 sec543 hpAWD
2025Competition xDrive Convertible 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-63.20 sec11.30 sec523 hpAWD
2023CSL Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-63.20 sec11.10 sec543 hpRWD
2023CSL Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-63.30 sec11.20 sec543 hpRWD
2022Competition xDrive Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-62.80 sec11.00 sec503 hpAWD
2021Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-63.80 sec12.00 sec473 hpRWD
2021Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-64.20 sec12.40 sec473 hpRWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 1,200 mi.

At 1,200 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2025 BMW M4 represents the first model year of the generation’s second facelift, following a clear trend of declining complaints and recalls since the 2015–2017 peak. While the federal record for 2025 shows only four complaints—three related to crashes and one each in braking, suspension, and steering—the data doesn’t specify root causes, limiting deeper analysis. Compared to prior years, the 2025’s recall count remains unrecorded in the dataset, but the broader generation has seen recalls drop from three annually (2015–2017) to zero in 2022, suggesting improved build quality or fewer systemic issues. The 2025’s complaint volume aligns with the low levels seen in 2018–2022, indicating stability rather than a mid-cycle correction. However, as the first year of a refresh, it may carry unproven updates in braking and steering systems, which account for half of its complaints. **Takeaway: The 2025 M4 appears to be a low-risk entry point in the generation, but buyers should prioritize a pre-purchase inspection of its revised components.**

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
2
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Suspension1
Steering,Wheels,Unknown Or Other1
Steering,Lane Departure1
Power Train,Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V395000Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Motor:Controller:SoftwareReported 23/07/2025

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power. Remedy: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners…

25V906000Electrical System:Propulsion System: CablesReported 23/12/2025

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose. Remedy: A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed on February 13…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
B1214252025-12-01SteeringIn certain driving situations there can be a loss of traction or wheel slip followed by a…
B1214252025-11-11Power TrainRSU availability. BMW AG is conducting a Service Action on certain Model Year 2025 - 2026…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
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Frequently asked

Does the 2025 M4 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the M4 get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.