McLaren 540C vs BMW 4 Series Comparison

    McLaren 540C

    BMW 4 Series

    2024 McLaren
    540C
    vs
    2024 BMW
    4 Series

    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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    8.3
    0.0
    Based on the McLaren 540C
    Based on the BMW 4 Series 30i M SPORT
    Best suitable for...
    LuxuryLuxury
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    72L
    770 km
    59L
    389 to 484 km
    Warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $350,000
    $93,700 - $148,400
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    CarExpert's Take

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    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • It's a sharp looker
    • Updated interior is a step forward
    • Balance of ride and handling comfort
    Misses
    • More buttons would be better inside
    • Four-cylinder power not a sexy as a six
    • Price hikes still rankle

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Alcantara Steering Wheel (+$1,360)
    • Alloy Wheels Special (+$7,180)
    • Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$9,500)
    • Car Cover Set (+$1,220)
    • Carbon-Ceramic Brakes (+$19,880)
    • Individual Metallic Paint (+$3,850)
    • Individual Metallic Paint Premium (+$9,500)
    • Individual Interior Trim (+$1,200)
    • Metallic Paint (+$2,000)
    • M Sport Pro (+$2,700)

    Specs

    Type
    TWIN TURBO MPFITURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI
    Size (cc)
    37991998 - 2998
    Size (L)
    3.8L2.0L, 3.0L
    Induction
    V8TURBO 4, TURBO 6
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    3216 - 24
    Power
    397kW135kW - 285kW
    Power RPM
    75005000 - 5800
    Torque
    540Nm300Nm - 500Nm
    Torque RPM
    35001350 - 1900
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    -10.2 - 11

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