4 Series BMW 4-Series Coupe Concept

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From MOTOR AUTHORITY

The first images of a concept version of BMW’s replacement for the 3-Series Coupe have hit the Web, confirming the new car will be called a 4-Series as well as reaffirming our belief that BMW can still design a stunning vehicle.

Clearly the design of BMW’s new 4-Series Coupe builds on the lines of the regular 3-Series with which it shares a platform, however, the 4-Series Coupe adds a whole new level of aggression and some special styling touches that make it look much more premium.

Of course, this is still a concept, so the production version due next year will likely see things toned down a little.

Key elements of the design include new headlights, with a more tapered-back look and a new take on BMW’s ‘Angel Eyes’ daytime running lights. The grille is also much more pronounced and sits atop a bumper that’s much more aggressive than we’re used to.

Moving rearward, there’s a new fender vent shaped like a reversed number seven. This is a new design trend from BMW that we’ll see on a number of its models including the recently spotted 3-Series Gran Turismo.

The profile of the 4-Series Coupe concept features a beautiful shape that’s reminiscent of the old E46 3-Series Coupe, still one of BMW’s most beautiful designs, while the rear looks clean and shows that designers will likely incorporate the exhaust tips in the rear bumper.

We also get a look at the concept’s interior, which takes on a very brown theme (even the Alcantara headliner is brown). As expected, most of the interior is shared with the 3-Series. Look for a 2+2 seating configuration.

As for the engine lineup in the production 4-Series Coupe, expect the same 328i and 335i designations from the sedan to filter across to the coupe. This means a 240 horsepower 2.0-liter turbo in the 428i and a 300 horsepower 3.0-liter turbo in the 435i model. Transmission choices should include a standard six-speed manual and optional eight-speed automatic.

We’re expecting the 4-Series Coupe concept to make its debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show next month. While you wait for the official reveal, head over toAutoblog.nl for more images.

Note, BMW has plans for several other 4-Series models including a 4-Series Convertible, a new 4-Series Gran Coupe and even an X4 coupe crossover based on the X3. Then there are the M4 performance variants too.

 

[picsoubmw]

I like the exterior but I would have wish a new interior design, this one looks so cheap...

 

[DeDe]

Now that's a really, really ugly front-end. The interior on the other hand looks great.

 

[Monster]

The side profile looks absolutely spot on, classic front engine 4 seat coupe proportion. I am not sure about the front end though, it looks too similar to the sedan.

 

[IanDriver]

He will like the interior

 

[Centurion]

Finally an interior that compliment the "Find My Friends app". CONGRATULATIONS TO ME!

Kidding aside the car has fulfilled my expections. It's a derivative of the 6-Series and not the 3-Series. The appearance is exceptionally aspirational which is brilliantly as Audi's decision to name their small coupe the A5 and not A4 coupe. A small nitpick is the 3/4 view which evokes 3er/5er GT vibes in me. Other than that, a stellar car that matches up to the glorious design of the A5.

 

[Zafiro]

Sleek profile but the car will be toned down. Afterall its just a concept.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

Overall, exterior is a winner. I was hoping for a bit more differentiation between this and the 3er, but I guess that will not be the case.

 

[JLBM]

Extremely disappointed with the interior. It's bog-standard 3 Series. Which is not their best effort - the C-Class facelift has a better crafted interior than this..
Exterior - a beaut.

 

[Shakal]

There are some more photos:

http://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201212/436703.html

When I saw first photos of E92 I was dissapointed, but later I ordered one with M package and I still like it a lot. I like F32 on those photos much more than I liked E92 when I saw it first, so this is a good thing This will most probably be replacement for my E92. (new Cayman looks very good too, so decision will be hard)

Still I expected bigger difference between F30 and F32, since its called 4 series. I have to see it in person, but looking at photos, IMO difference between E90 and E92 front end is bigger than between F30 and F32. Also concept car doesn't have iDrive touch, I would be dissapointed if 4 series won't have it on launch. Similar like my F10 which I ordered first year and next year it recieved improved dashboard. That was dissapointing IMO.


Anyway, new 4 series looks stunning on this photo (from a previous link):

 

[EnI]

What a rustic interior color theme! A coincidence? lol ;-)

 

[Tumbo]

Wow! What a big day for the German car fans! First the RS6, and now this!

I have to say I absolutely love it! The design is really sexy. They made the boring looking rear of the current 3, to a sleeker and sexier one. I love it! I love the front, the side, the rear. But OMG I think that brown interior colour is absolutely horrible!

 

[DjordjeC63]

Great, I like it a lot!

 

[EnI]

Now imagine 4er Gran Coupe.

 

[Foxfire]

Thankfully the headlights look better than that PS from a few days ago... better than those on the 3 series... but it's still the weakest part of the design, because the rest of the exterior, except for the concept like exaggerations, is close to perfect. A bespoke interior would've made an irresistible package. Now, if I'm fortunate enough to be in the market for a new car next year, I too, like Shakal, will probably be choosing between this and the new Cayman

 

[aleks_16]

Exterior is Excellent. Interior hmmmm..... i´m dissapointed but with the Performance parts it will look hot u guess

 

[Merc1]

That is soooo hot! I can't wait to see the convertible. WOW.


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[Foxfire]

Do you think the roofline of the convertible will be as sleek as this? The current one looks a bit bloated from where the B pillar would be on the coupe.

 

[mini_cooper4]

Best BD present I got today
I like it and can't wait to see it with the M-Pack and without the ugly LEDs

 

[Zafiro]

Looks great in red!