2025 Toyota Mirai vs 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

$51,795 · Sedan

$50,600 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Toyota Mirai and the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe lies in operational efficiency, with the BMW achieving 30 combined MPG versus the Mirai's 402 miles of hydrogen range. Performance figures heavily favor the BMW, delivering 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque compared to the Mirai's 182 hp and 221 lb-ft. Price is competitive, with the BMW starting at $50,600 against the Mirai's MSRP of $51,795. Dimensional analysis shows the Mirai is longer at 195.8 inches versus the BMW's 188.5 inches. However, the BMW offers substantially greater utility, boasting 16.6 cu ft of cargo space, vastly exceeding the Mirai's restrictive 9.6 cu ft, a difference of 7.0 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Mirai

The 2025 Toyota Mirai offers an exceptional 402 miles of range per fill-up, minimizing required refueling stops compared to the BMW's 30 MPG cycle.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe provides 16.6 cu ft of cargo capacity, substantially exceeding the Mirai's 9.6 cu ft, offering superior utility for passengers.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW generates 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, giving it a decisive 73 hp and 74 lb-ft advantage over the Mirai.

💰 Best Value

2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

For $1,195 less than the Mirai, the BMW provides superior power output and significantly more cargo volume.

Choose the Toyota Mirai if...

Your primary concern is minimizing stops with a maximum projected range of 402 miles between hydrogen refills.
You require a rear-wheel-drive platform with a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission.
You prefer the slightly larger footprint, with a length of 195.8 inches.

Choose the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe if...

You demand higher performance, leveraging the 255 hp and 295 lb-ft torque figures.
You need practical usability, utilizing the 16.6 cu ft of cargo space versus the Mirai's 9.6 cu ft.
You prioritize the fuel economy derived from premium unleaded, achieving 27/35 MPG city/highway.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Mirai	BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Length	195.8"	188.5"
Width	74.2"	72.9"
Height	57.9"	56.8"
Wheelbase	114.9"	112.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Automatic Headlights	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Base Engine Type	electric (fuel cell)	mild hybrid
Horsepower	182 hp	255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque	221 lb-ft	295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Base Engine Displacement	—	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	—	inline 4
Number of Valves	—	16
Camshaft Type	—	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	—	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Fuel Type	hydrogen	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	76/71 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	74 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	402 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	72	—
Battery Capacity	1.24 kWh	—
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	27/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	—	421.2/546.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	15.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
JBL Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	1200W	205W
Speaker System	14	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Toyota	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	38.6 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	55.2 in.
Front Hip Room	56.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Rear Head Room	36.7 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	33.1 in.	34.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.4 in.	54.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.8 in.	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	P235/55R19	245/45R H
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	BMW
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	10 yr./ 150000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 35000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Mirai and 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

What is the primary advantage of the 2025 Toyota Mirai's fuel system over the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe?

The Mirai runs on hydrogen, offering a 402-mile range which can typically be replenished faster than recharging a battery electric vehicle. Conversely, the BMW requires specific premium unleaded gasoline to achieve its 30 combined MPG.

How does the horsepower difference affect driving dynamics between the two sedans?

The BMW 4 Series produces 255 horsepower, a 73 hp advantage over the Mirai's 182 hp. This translates to significantly faster acceleration potential and superior passing power on the highway for the BMW.

Which vehicle is physically larger based on provided dimensions?

The 2025 Toyota Mirai is longer at 195.8 inches compared to the BMW's 188.5 inches. However, the BMW has greater volume utility, offering 16.6 cu ft of cargo space against the Mirai's 9.6 cu ft.

Is the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe cheaper than the Toyota Mirai?

Yes, the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has a lower MSRP of $50,600 compared to the 2025 Toyota Mirai's starting price of $51,795. This results in a $1,195 initial cost savings for the BMW.

What are the required transmissions for each vehicle?

The Mirai utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission optimized for efficiency. The 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is paired with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, catering to performance expectations.

Can both vehicles support similar passenger loads despite the body style classification?

Both are listed as sedans and utilize rear-wheel drive. While both should accommodate four or five passengers, the significant difference in cargo capacity (16.6 vs. 9.6 cu ft) means the BMW is better suited for family luggage.