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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $68,085–$86,150 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2019 BMW M4 at 7.6/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this sports. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.4/10, while Value at 6.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability is the weak spot: 6.6/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 7.9/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 9.4/10. The BMW M4 delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. The cabin tech earns 8.1/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $68,085–$86,150, 15 MPG, seating 4, the BMW M4 sits in the luxury tier of the sports market. The value score of 6.6/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2019 BMW M4 is a solid, well-rounded sports that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is reliability and value — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 BMW M4 ranks #176 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 45% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.1 points below the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $68,085 starting price is about 48% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2016 BMW M4 scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2019's 7.6 — and starts roughly $7,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.9/10 | $82,503 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $82,503 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $80,100 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $77,697 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $75,294 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.8/10 | $72,891 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.7/10 | $70,488 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $68,085 | |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $65,682 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.4/10 | $63,279 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.5/10 | $60,876 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.5/10 | $58,473 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags / Knee bolster 09/05/2019 · 19V352000 | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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