Compare the2023 Chevrolet CamaroVS 2023 BMW M4

Both the Camaro and the M4 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available collision warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rear parking sensors and rear cross-path warning.

Chevrolet’s powertrain warranty covers the Camaro 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than BMW covers the M4. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the M4 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are over 8 times as many Chevrolet dealers as there are BMW dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Camaro’s warranty.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Chevrolet vehicles are better in initial quality than BMW vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Chevrolet third in initial quality, above the industry average. With 18 more problems per 100 vehicles, BMW is ranked 9th.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Chevrolet vehicles are more reliable than BMW vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Chevrolet above average in long-term dependability. With 21 more problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, BMW is rated lower.

The Camaro ZL1’s 6.2 supercharged V8 produces 107 more horsepower (650 vs. 543) and 171 lbs.-ft. more torque (650 vs. 479) than the M4 CSL’s optional 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder.

As tested in Car and Driver the Camaro ZL1 6.2 supercharged V8 is faster than the BMW M4 3.0 (manual transmissions tested):

On the EPA test cycle the Camaro gets better mileage than the M4 Coupe:

On the EPA test cycle the Camaro gets better mileage than the M4 Convertible:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Camaro V6/V8 Auto’s fuel efficiency. The M4 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

To lower fuel costs and make buying fuel easier, the Chevrolet Camaro uses regular unleaded gasoline (premium recommended with the 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder engine for maximum performance). The M4 requires premium, which can cost 20 to 55 cents more per gallon.

The Camaro has 3.4 gallons more fuel capacity than the M4 (19 vs. 15.6 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Camaro has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The M4 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

The Camaro stops shorter than the M4:

For better traction, the Camaro ZL1 1LE Coupe’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the M4 (F:305/30R19 & R:325/30R19 vs. F:275/40R18 & R:285/35R19).

The Camaro SS 1LE/ZL1’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the M4’s optional 35 series front tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Camaro SS has standard 20-inch wheels. The M4’s largest wheels are only 19-inches in the front and 20-inches in the rear.

The Camaro has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The M4 doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the Camaro can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The M4 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

The Camaro ZL1 1LE Coupe handles at 1.18 G’s, while the M4 Coupe pulls only 1.03 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the Camaro’s turning circle is 1.9 feet tighter than the M4’s (38.1 feet vs. 40 feet). The Camaro ZL1’s turning circle is 1.6 feet tighter than the M4’s (38.4 feet vs. 40 feet).

The Chevrolet Camaro may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 150 to 300 pounds less than the BMW M4.

The Camaro Coupe has 2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the M4 Coupe (93 vs. 91). The Camaro Convertible has 1 cubic foot more passenger volume than the M4 Convertible (85 vs. 84).

The Camaro Convertible has 2.1 inches more front legroom and 6.5 inches more rear shoulder room than the M4 Convertible.

The Camaro (except LS/LT1)’s optional easy entry system glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The M4 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The Camaro’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The M4 has neither an oil pressure gauge nor a temperature gauge.

To shield the driver and front passenger’s vision over a larger portion of the windshield and side windows, the Camaro has standard extendable sun visors. The M4 doesn’t offer extendable visors.

Insurance will cost less for the Camaro owner. The Complete Car Cost Guide estimates that insurance for the Camaro will cost $8890 less than the M4 over a five-year period.

IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Chevrolet Camaro will be $9223 to $45478 less than for the BMW M4.

The Camaro was chosen as one of Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” for 3 of the last 7 years. The 4 Series hasn’t been picked since 2014.

Motor Trend selected the Camaro as their 2016 Car of the Year. The M4 has never been chosen.

The Chevrolet Camaro outsold the BMW 4 Series by 12% during the 2021 model year.