Below Average Reliability

2022 BMW 4 Series Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

2nd Generation (G22) · 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder 430i (248hp) / 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 440i/M440i (382hp) · $38,000 - $58,000

Known Issues — 2022 BMW 4 Series

CRITICAL

Cooling system failures on 2.0L N20/B48 engines

MINOR

N20 timing chain tensioner failure on 2017-2020 F32

MODERATE

Oil consumption on 4-cylinder variants

MODERATE

Electronic module failures

MINOR

Convertible top hydraulic leak on 4 Series Convertible

What to Inspect

  • Check coolant and water pump
  • Listen for timing chain rattle on 2017-2020 N20
  • Check oil for consumption
  • Scan for fault codes
  • Test convertible top if applicable

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil changeevery 10,000 miles$130-$200
Brake pads + rotors (front)every 30,000 miles$450-$800
Spark plugsevery 60,000 miles$200-$350
Coolant flushevery 4 years$150-$250
Transmission fluidevery 50,000 miles$300-$500
Battery (AGM)every 5-7 years$350-$600

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