The second generation of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé bears a striking resemblance to the all-electric, all-electric i4. However, its interior is much more classic. Three engines ranging from 184 to 374 hp are offered, pending a possible M4 version of 510 hp. Entrance fee: € 49,700.
[Mis à jour le 25/08/2021] BMW will exhibit its 4 Series Gran Coupé at the Munich Motor Show (September 7 to 12). It will be alongside its i4 electric version as well as the 2 Series Coupé.
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The 5-door coupe is currently trending at BMW. Indeed, a few days after the presentation of the i4, the German manufacturer lifts the veil on its thermal cousin, the Series 4 Gran Coupé. To be honest, we had to wait until we saw the rear of the car to make sure it was a new model. Only the tailpipes do not deceive …
The look of the BMW i4 …
Unsurprisingly, this second Gran Coupé of the name adopts the style of the recent coupe and convertible from the 4 Series range, with in particular this famous large grille. The long engine cover is indeed present. And, to stand out from the two-door versions, the model of the day stretches its roof line far towards the stern, allowing the addition of two openings at the rear. The design of the lights is also preserved. As for the doors, without frame, if they appear completely new for a Series 4, they perfectly duplicate the design of those of the i4, right down to the paddle-type handles.
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… the dimensions of the electric 5-door coupe …
Despite everything, the dimensions of the Gran Coupé change slightly: the length gains a little more than a centimeter (4.78 m), the width is strictly identical (1.85 m), and the wheelbase takes only a few millimeters. , therefore settling at 2.856 m (against 2.851 m). Only the height progresses more noticeably (+ 6 cm) to reach 1.44 mr. Once again, these dimensions are exactly those of the electric version i4, to the nearest millimeter. The findings are similar with regard to the volume of the boot, which also displays 470 liters.
… but a more classic interior!
On the other hand, inside the link of kinship with the i4 completely disappears. Indeed, the Gran Coupé takes over the entire dashboard of the Series 4 range, with a more conventional layout than that of the electric sedan. BMW is keen to maintain a modern and high-tech presentation for its electric vehicles. We thus find a cap overhanging the digital counters (12.3 ”) and a touch screen (10.25”) placed in a classic way. This takes advantage of the seventh generation operating system and not the iDrive 8, available in the iX and i4. Between the two passengers sit the imposing automatic gear lever and the dial used to control the infotainment system.
While waiting for the new M4 Gran Coupé
Price of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé (June 2021)
It is already possible to order this Gran Coupé, whose prices range from 49 700 to 68,800 €. The first deliveries will take place from November. The equipment includes, depending on the version chosen: adaptive cruise control associated with navigation to harmonize the pace of the car with speed limits or with traffic lights (available in Germany), active maintenance aid in the lane, the reverse gear assistant, the 360 ° camera, induction charging of the phone, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility …
Price in € | Series 4 | M Sport | M440i xDrive |
Gasoline | |||
420i 184 hp | 49,700 | 52,450 | – |
M440i xDrive 374 hp | – | – | 68,800 |
Diesel | |||
420d 190 hp | 52,250 | 55,000 | – |
420d xDrive 190 hp | 54,650 | 57,400 | – |