Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 430i.
The 2026 BMW 430i arrives equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission (S8) and achieves EPA-certified fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. These specifications establish the official efficiency and drivetrain parameters for this model year.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 187.8 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3920 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 27 / 35 / 30 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 430i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | xDrive Coupe (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.20 sec | 13.90 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Convertible (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.60 sec | 14.20 sec | 255 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 M4 and 430i vehicles. The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact BMW…
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 27 city / 35 highway / 30 combined mpg.