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BMW 4 Series Coupe prices announced
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12th August, 2013
- The very first BMW 4 Series model
- Longer, wider and lower than the predecessor 3-Series coupe
- Standard eight-speed sports automatic transmission
- 420d, 428i and 435i models available at launch
- Available in Australia from mid-October
The coming arrival of the new
BMW 4 Series Coupé
heralds the dawn of a new era for the Bavarian based automotive manufacturer.
BMW Group Australia has announced the specification and pricing for the new vehicle.
Representing the fourth generation of BMW’s mid-size coupé, the new BMW 4 Series embodies the sporty nature of this
segment in every aspect of its design, performance and dynamics.
According to Phil Horton, managing director of BMW Group Australia, the ‘4’ in the model designation signals the
outstanding styling and premium positioning of the new model.
“The all-new BMW 4 Series Coupé is, quite simply, a beautiful vehicle. It’s obvious from the first glance that this
new coupé possesses the dynamic styling and elegant design worthy of a new BMW Series,” he said.
“The all-new 4 Series also represents an increase in exclusivity that is reflected in its very high level of
standard equipment and innovative cutting edge technology,” said Horton.
The BMW 4 Series Coupé sets itself apart from the 3-Series predecessor in every aspect, with a more dynamic design
language, some technical differentiation and a host of innovative new features.
Although displaying a distinct kinship with the BMW 3 Series, the new BMW 4 Series Coupé’s more purposeful design
highlights its dynamic abilities. Exterior features have been designed to highlight the vehicle’s sporty pedigree,
starting with a large, wide air-intake in the front apron which accentuates the vehicle’s increased width. The air-intake
is capped at both ends by apertures for aerodynamically motivated air-curtains which are complimented by air-breathers
located just behind the front wheels.
The BMW 4 Series Coupé’s gently sloping roofline displays an elegant silhouette. Below the windows, a prominent double
swage line visually reduces over the rear wheels to accentuate flared arches, which now represent the widest part of the
car. Further horizontal lines combine with L-shaped tail lights to further reinforce the coupé’s powerfully wide stance
from the rear.
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The new BMW 4 Series Coupé has grown proportionally in comparison to the out-going model. The overall length has
increased by 26 mm to 4,638 mm, width has increased by 43 mm to 1,825 mm and height has decreased by 16 mm to 1,362 mm.
While the BMW 4-Series Coupé’s chassis is based on the latest 3 Series sedan, some significant changes have been made
to promise a higher level of accuracy and agility. The chassis has been significantly extended, with 50 mm added to the
wheelbase and substantial increases to the track width - 45 mm extra at the front and 80 mm at the rear.
Refinements have also been made to the suspension of the vehicle, including fine-tuning of the springs and damping,
axle kinematics and elastokinematics, as well as providing additional strengthening elements in the front section of the
car.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupé models are all equipped with BMW TwinPower turbo engines.
At the entry point to the range, the 420d Coupé is equipped with a BMW TwinPower turbo four-cylinder diesel engine
producing 135kW of power and 380 Nm of torque. The 420d accelerates 0 to 100km/h in 7.3 seconds and boasts a
fuel consumption rating of 4.6 l/100km, with emissions of 121 grammes of CO2 per km.
The 428i Coupé features the TwinPower turbo four-cylinder petrol engine, developing 180 kW of power and 350 Nm of
torque. This output enables a 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.8 seconds. The fuel consumption rating is 6.4 l/100 km on the
combined cycle.
At the top of the range, the thrust of the 435i Coupé is provided by the BMW TwinPower turbo in-line six-cylinder
petrol engine which pumps out 225 kW and 400 Nm of torque. Reaching 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. Its fuel consumption rating
and emissions figures are 7.4 l/100km and 171 g/km of CO2 respectively.
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These results are achieved in part due to the standard inclusion of the eight-speed Sports Automatic transmission for
all BMW 4 Series Coupé models.
Additionally, all three models combine efficient engine and transmission combinations with a suite of BMW
EfficientDynamics technologies to achieve suitable consumption and emissions figures. Each BMW 4 Series Coupé is equipped
with Auto Stop/Start, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode and on-demand ancillaries such as electric power steering.
The standard equipment list of the entry level 420d Coupé includes a level of features more befitting a higher grade
model.
The highest level of safety is ensured with the full suite of BMW Dynamic Stability Control systems, six airbags
covering all seating positions, Active protection which initiates protective measures if an accident situation is
imminent and a powerful braking system with front and rear inner vented discs.
Driver awareness and visibility is well served by the standard front and rear Park Distance Control (PDC) rear view
camera, Bi-Xenon headlights with auto headlight control and rain sensor, as well as an anti-dazzle interior rear view
mirror.
The comfort of the occupants is guaranteed, thanks to the two-zone automatic climate control system, heat/sun
protection glazing of the windows, full electric sports seats with memory function for driver and front passenger,
Dakota leather upholstery and a range of versatile storage options throughout the car including 60:40 split fold rear
seats and bottle holders in the front door pockets.
Accompanying the six-speaker audio system with auxiliary in and USB connection is the standard navigation system
Business, extended contents for the instrument cluster and convenience telephony with extended smartphone connectivity
which allows extended Bluetooth functionality such as audio streaming and pairing of multiple devices.
At the middle of the range, the 428i Coupé is further enhanced with the addition of anti-dazzle functions for interior
and exterior mirrors, electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats, and an upgrade to the nine-speaker
HiFi loudspeaker system over that of the 420d Coupé.
Adaptive M suspension, which lowers ride height by 10 mm and provides adaptable damping, and the Navigation system
Professional which upgrades to an 8.8” display, DVD drive and 20Gb hard drive for music storage as well as internet
functionality, have also made their way onto the standard specification list to further enhance the value of this
model.
Both the 420d and 428i Coupé’s also include either the ‘Sport Line or ‘Luxury Line’ as standard. Both of these
standard packages are designed to provide a specific character for the car.
The ‘Sport Line’ features specific high-gloss black for the front and rear bumper trims, kidney grille, b-pillar
trims and window recess covers with a black chrome trim for the exhaust tip. The interior is also characterised with
chrome pearl grey surrounds on air-conditioning and radio controls, sport leather steering wheel with red contrast
stitching, high-gloss black interior trim with coral red accent lines and the choice of black leather upholstery with
red stitching or coral red upholstery with black stitching. The 420d Coupé will also receive 18-inch double spoke style
alloy wheels with the 428i Coupé getting 19-inch alloy rims in star-spoke styling.
Selecting the ‘Luxury Line’ uses similar trim elements to make an entirely different character. Exclusive chrome trims
now feature on the front and rear bumper, kidney grille and exhaust tip, and the Line also offers alternative upholstery
colours of saddle brown with extended trim colour, Veneto beige or black. Wheel sizes stay the same for the respective
models but get a different styling with 18-inch multi-spoke style for the 420d Coupé and 19-inch for the 428i Coupé.
The range topping 435i Coupé comes further equipped with features that support its high-end positioning within the
line-up. The combination of standard M adaptive suspension, variable sport steering and high performance fixed calliper
four-pot brake system on the front substantially enhance the dynamics and agility of this model. Additional features such
as the inclusion of a standard M Sport package – which comprises 19-inch M double-spoke alloy wheels, M aerodynamics
package, M leather steering wheel and a host of exclusive M Sports package trim features such as kidney grille with nine
bars in high-gloss black and BMW individual roof-liner in anthracite - serves to further reflect the sporty pedigree and
dynamic nature of this 435i Coupé.
The 435i Coupé also includes features such as Comfort Access and a 16-speaker 600W digitally amplified harman/kardon
surround sound system.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe will be arriving in Australian showrooms from mid-October.
BMW 4 Series Coupé Australian Pricing*:
| BMW 420d Coupe |
$73,200* |
| BMW 428i Coupe |
$86,500* |
| BMW435i Coupe |
$108,500* |
NOTE:
* Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges (commonly known as
on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice, as are
the specifications.
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