How much is a 2016 BMW 4 SeriesPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 BMW 4 SeriesPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €27,000, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 BMW 4 Series depreciate per year?

A BMW 4 Series loses roughly 11.2% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 BMW 4 Series from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 BMW 4 SeriesPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 BMW 4 SeriesPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

BMW 4 Series2016

Petrol

€27,000ROI listing median

28 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€27k – €27k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 7h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€27,000

private sale ~€25,250 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€18,900 – €22,950

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

58k km

typical 70k km

Days listed

28d

avg on market · demand 49/100

AI Market Summary

**Mileage unusually low for age** — median 70k km well below Irish average for a 10-year-old car; verify odometer and service history carefully before committing.
**Direct-injection engines prone to carbon buildup** — N20/N26 petrol engines develop rough idle and power loss from ~97k km; budget for intake valve cleaning or risk sluggish performance.
**Timing chain vulnerability on N20 engine** — cold-start rattle signals potential premature wear; ignored failures require full engine removal and are expensive; have a specialist inspect.
**Check recent service records and fluid condition** — confirm oil changes every 15k km and request diagnostic scan for transmission fault codes; ZF8HP can develop hesitation without warning lights.
**NI import saves ~€1,409 before VRT** — after Vehicle Registration Tax and NOx levy, actual saving narrows significantly; factor in full registration costs and two recalls outstanding.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

460 bhp

466 PS

Torque

600 Nm

443 lb·ft

0–62 mph

3.9s

174 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

445L

Seats

2 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

CO₂

197 g/km

Euro 6

Fuel tank

60L

Dimensions

Width

1.87m

Height

1.39m

Wheelbase

2.81m

Kerb weight

1,655 kg

Reliability & Safety Recalls

BMW 4 Series 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 BMW 4 Series petrol is generally competent but requires careful maintenance to avoid costly repair bills typical of this era BMW. Common issues with the N20/N26 petrol engines (carbon buildup, timing chain wear) and electrical gremlins mean ownership can become expensive. It offers good driving dynamics and build quality, but is not among BMW's most reliable models.

Known issues

N20/N26 direct-injection petrol engines prone to carbon buildup on intake valves, causing rough idle and reduced power from ~60k miles
Timing chain rattle on cold starts, particularly N20 engine; can lead to premature chain wear and failure requiring engine removal
ZF 8-speed automatic transmission (ZF8HP) occasional hesitation, jerky downshifts, or limp-home mode without clear fault codes
Electric power steering failures and intermittent steering assist loss reported; steering control module faults are common
Water pump failure (electric), typically failing between 80-120k miles; expensive to replace due to labour
Electrical gremlins including iDrive system freezes, coding issues, and intermittent battery drain from faulty modules

Good for

Sharp handling and responsive steering feel (when functioning); engaging driving experience on winding roads
Premium interior quality and materials; comfortable leather seats and well-designed cabin
Strong performance from petrol engines; 428i and 435i offer good acceleration and responsive throttle
Relatively modern tech for 2016 (iDrive 4/5) with professional sat-nav and smartphone integration

Years to avoid: 2014, 2015

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls2 found

Seatbelt2016

Front seatbelt anchorage may be insufficiently welded, risking weakened restraint in collision

Remedy: Inspection and re-welding of seatbelt anchor points

2016/0026

Electrical2016

Intermittent loss of electric power steering assist due to steering control module malfunction

Remedy: Reprogramming or replacement of steering control module

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AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

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