4 Series Coupe To Usurp 3 Series Throne

4 Series Coupe To Usurp 3 Series Throne

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4 Series Coupe To Usurp 3 Series Throne
Change is coming to the 3 series coupe. Apparently, it’s big enough to warrant an entire change of nomenclature. The old 3 Series Coupe is dead. Long live the 4 Series!

BMW says the car represents “the zenith” of a development curve. Whether or not you agree with that bit of self-congratulatory praise, the car is very curvy. The rear window is more steeply raked than the out going 3 series giving the car more of a fast back profile. It truth i think it looks good from the side… With a few exceptions.

The most visually jarring thing on this car is the fender vent. It looks unnecessary.  I imagine it does actually serve some vital function like venting the brakes, but it’s still… Extra. Honestly, it’s not offensive, it’s just a bunch of angles on an otherwise smooth body. Though, it might be there to add some continuity with the bumpers. Both bumpers look like they’ve been pulled from the i Series concept cars. Whether or not that’s a good thing in this case I’ll leave up to you.

Also, the interior is totally crazy. Just check out those door handles. Not to mention the incredible level of detail that has gone into stitching. I mean just look at the cup holders. Seriously? That’s not something you’re going to find on any other car. Truth be told, this car is an example of what BMW’s “individual” line is capable of as much as it is about the debut of the 4 series. Still though.

Woven. Leather. Cup. Holders.

 

 

BMW presents the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe.
Munich. The latest generation of the BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible leads the way worldwide in the premium mid-range coupe and convertible market. Indeed few, if any, rivals have made such a defining impact on this segment in terms of design, dynamics and efficiency.
Now, with the unveiling of the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe, BMW is looking ahead to the fourth generation of its sporty mid-range coupe – and reasserting its global leadership credentials in the process.

The “4” – a sign of greater exclusivity and presence.
The BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe adds a new dimension to the qualities of the BMW 3 Series Coupe in terms of aesthetics, dynamics and elegance.
The “4” doesn’t just mark the start of a new cycle, it represents the zenith of a development curve. BMW has given the new model its own individual character and a standalone design – and, in so doing, has turned “4” into segment shorthand for aesthetic and dynamic appeal. The latest addition to a nomenclature that sees BMW building on the fine tradition of its large BMW 6 Series and BMW 8 Series Coupes, the “4” stands for greater sportiness, greater exclusivity and even clearer differentiation from the BMW 3 Series range.

The design: a development curve reaches its zenith.
The BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe allows the driver to experience the essence of this new, sporting and elegant generation of car in the lap of contemporary luxury. An array of high-quality details provide an exclusive showcase for the car’s perfectly balanced coupe proportions. Inside, the expertise of BMW Individual, skilled handcraftsmanship and carefully selected materials combine to create a supreme interior. The role of BMW Individual in the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe’s development clearly underlines the brand’s commitment to challenging itself constantly in pursuit of perfection.

Lower and wider stance sharpens dynamics before a wheel is turned.
The dimensions of the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe imbue the car with a dynamic presence even when it is standing still. The wheelbase (2,810 mm) is 50 millimetres longer than that of the existing 3 Series Coupe, while 45 mm has been added to the front track (1,545 mm) and 80 mm to the rear track (1,593 mm). At 1,826 mm wide, the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe is 44 mm broader than its predecessor, its roof line is 16 mm lower (1,362 mm) and it is also longer (4,641 mm) – all of which makes for exceptionally dynamic proportions.

Perfection in proportions.
A BMW Coupe is surrounded by a halo of fascination, and one glance tells the observer all he needs to know about the driving experience on offer. The elegant lines and athletic surface interplay of the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe embody the qualities and expertise of BMW design and shine out through its sporting silhouette. The car’s proportions also fit the familiar BMW template: its long wheelbase, long sweeping bonnet, set-back passenger compartment and short overhangs propel the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe forwards even before its engine stirs into life. At the same time, its stretched proportions exude a very athletic elegance – the rear wheel arches mark the widest point of the car, emphasising the point – and taut lines and surfaces etch emotion and precision into the body. The Coupe’s sophisticated detailing also captures the imagination on closer inspection. Functional elements such as air intakes and vents, door openers and exterior mirrors are given a stylistic lift by classy satin-finish aluminium accents. The exceptional dedication of the designers in achieving the right look for each particular function is evident in every one of these details.

 

 


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