BMW M240i vs BMW 430i Coupe — full comparison

BMW M240i

Coupe · Gasoline

BMW 430i Coupe

Coupe · Gasoline

Car A

BMW M240i

The BMW M240i combines strong acceleration with everyday usability, pairing 4.3-second 0–100 km/h performance with four seats and a 390-liter trunk. It ranks well for reliability and safety and offers good value in its segment, though it is not ideal for cargo-heavy or harsh winter use.

4 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety374 hp

Car B

BMW 430i Coupe

The BMW 430i Coupe blends brisk performance with notable efficiency, delivering good value in the premium compact coupe segment. Four seats and a usable 390-liter trunk broaden its everyday appeal, though ultimate practicality isn’t its focus.

4 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety6.9 L/100km

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Usage fit

Family 47 / 46

City 39 / 41

Budget / value 60 / 59

Road trip 41 / 43

Performance 41 / 39

Cargo 19 / 19

Practical 33 / 33

Premium 52 / 50

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW M240i · Orange = BMW 430i Coupe

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW M240i BMW 430i Coupe

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Pros & cons

BMW M240i

Explosive straight-line pace (0–100 km/h in 4.3 s) from 374 hp and 500 Nm
Strong reliability and safety standing for a performance coupe
Practical for weekend travel thanks to 4 seats and a 390 L trunk
Good value in its segment relative to its performance
Two-door layout and a tight rear row limit daily family convenience
Only four seats if you require space for five
Not suited to cargo-heavy hauling despite a usable trunk
Less confidence for severe winter conditions than more winter-focused vehicles

BMW 430i Coupe

Strong reliability and safety signals for everyday confidence
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 5.8 s with 258 hp for engaging drives
Efficient for its class at 6.9 L/100 km, helpful on longer trips
Four seats and a 390 L trunk make a coupe workable for small families
Coupe body sacrifices rear access and versatility versus sedans or hatchbacks
390 L cargo space can feel limiting for cargo-heavy use
Winter driving is not a standout strength in this profile
Priced as a premium coupe, so not the lowest-cost compact option

Verdict

Pick BMW M240i if…

Lower entry price

BMW M240i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW 430i Coupe if…

Performance & capability

BMW 430i Coupe is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW M240i

BMW 430i Coupe

Verdict

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