BMW will introduce the second-generation BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé to the Australian market at the end of this year. And, for the first time, the company will offer an M Performance model from the outset with the launch of the M440i xDrive variant.

The BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé is powered by a six-cylinder TwinPower Turbo in-line petrol engine that develops 285kW and 500Nm. The TwinPower four-cylinder engine of the BMW 430i Gran Coupé develops 190kW and 400Nm, while the 420i gets135kW and 300Nm.

All engines for the local market team up with an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission controlled via shift paddles on the steering wheel or via the gear selector in the centre console.

Some 40 driver assistance functions are available in the 4 Series Gran Coupé, including Driving Assistant with lane departure warning, lane change warning, front collision warning with brake intervention, rear crossing traffic warning and rear collision prevention.

Parking assistant including Reversing Assistant, Park Distance Control front and rear, Lateral Parking Aid and Rear-View Camera are also on the list of standard equipment items.

Connectivity and digital services include BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Digital Key, Connected Music and Remote Software Upgrades.

The standard-fitment BMW Live Cockpit Professional features a fully digital screen grouping including a high-resolution instrument cluster with a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches behind the steering wheel and a 10.25-inch control display.

Smartphone integration is standard, and drivers can use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via the car’s operating system.

A Remote Software Upgrades function will allow for over-the-air improvements to vehicle functions and the addition of other digital services.

Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (July 2021) 

29 July 2021