The first pictures of the 2014 BMW 4-Series Coupe
have leaked to the web, ahead of an official announcement that will likely occur very shortly.
have leaked to the web, ahead of an official announcement that will likely occur very shortly.
Previewed by the 4-Series Coupe concept, the production model eschews the radical styling elements and adopts a design that closely mimics its 3-Series counterparts. Notable styling highlights include a new front bumper, ventilated front fenders and wraparound taillights. A variety of styling packages will be available including an M Sport variant that is distinguished by an aggressive front fascia, revised side skirts, special alloy wheels and bright exhaust finishers.
The interior carries over from the 3-Series with minor modifications including additional metallic trim on the doors. The car can also has premium leather upholstery, luxurious wood trim and a high-tech infotainment system.
can also has premium leather upholstery, luxurious wood trim and a high-tech infotainment system.
At launch, three different engines will be available including a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 242 bhp (180 kW), a 3.0-liter inline-six with 302 bhp (225 kW) and a four-cylinder turbodiesel with 181 bhp (135 kW). A few months later, the lineup will be expanded to include a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 181 bhp (135 kW) and a 3.0-liter six-cylinderdiesel with outputs of 254 bhp (189 kW) and 309 bhp (230 kW).
with outputs of 254 bhp (189 kW) and 309 bhp (230 kW).
Regardless of which engine is selected, it can be connected to a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive will be standard on all models expect the 435d, but all-wheel drive should be optional on 420i and 420d variants.
. Rear-wheel drive will be standard on all models expect the 435d, but all-wheel drive should be optional on 420i and 420d variants.
The BMW 4-Series Coupe will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show and sales are slated to begin later this year.
Source: Autocar
