BMW 4 Series Coupe In-Depth Review - The Best Coupe in 2021?
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- Опубликовано: 2 апр 2021
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BMW's second generation 4 Series Coupe is now much more its own model, with a distinctive look and a more sporting dynamic feel. It's also a little bigger, a little faster and a little cleverer. For brand enthusiasts, there's plenty to like.
Background
The BMW 4 Series Coupe. It's just a two-door version of the Munich maker's 3 Series model isn't it? Used to be. Isn't now. Yes of course, the second generation 4 Series Coupe we look at here shares its technology and engines with the '3'. But visually and in character, it's now been differentiated from its more common showroom stablemate in a way that its predecessor never was.
BMW says this MK2 4 Series Coupe handles quite differently from a '3' as well, even a sporty one. But as before, it sizes up to the same two segment arch-rivals, Audi's A5 Coupe and the Mercedes C-Class Coupe. And, also as before, it's additionally available in Convertible and four-door Gran Coupe forms.
Driving Experience
BMW claims the differences with this MK2 4 Series Coupe are more than skin deep and will be equally evident in terms of drive dynamics. The chassis has been extensively tweaked over that of the 3 Series and there's a wider rear track that gives this car a 21mm lower centre of gravity than its showroom stablemate. Plus as usual, there's rear wheel drive (and optional xDrive 4WD) and classic 50:50 weight distribution. And that's just the start. The body and suspension mountings are stiffer and on standard suspension, this '4' rides 10mm lower than a '3'. There are firmer springs and anti-roll bars and clever lift-related dampers reduce body movement and sharpen corner turn in. Plus there's a freshly developed double-jointed spring-strut front suspension and a 5-link rear axle.
Engine-wise, the key news is introduction of 48V mild hybrid tech for the 2.0-litre 184hp diesel engine in the volume 420d. The same mild hybrid tech also features with the six cylinder diesels, the 430d (286hp) and the M440d (340hp). And it's on the quickest conventional petrol variant too, the six cylinder 374hp M440i xDrive. A flagship M4 model will follow. Two conventional 2.0-litre petrol turbo versions also feature, the 420i (184hp) and the 430i (258hp). All the engines link up as standard with eight-speed Steptronic auto transmission, which can now be specified with a new optional Sprint function.
Design and Build
No doubt about the main talking point here. The more vertical upright kidney grille, intended to reference classic BMWs like the pre-war 328 sports car. It's a move that's evoked a mixed reaction from brand loyalists, but as Design chief Domagoj Dukec points out, until the 1980s, the grille is on BMWs were always more vertical than horizontal. There are other changes from the norm here too: no horizontal shaven line - and no classic 'Hofmeister kink' in the rear C-pillar. Plus this coupe is 120mm longer than before, as well as being 27mm wider and 6mm taller. The CLAR mixed steel-and-alloy platform that underpinned the previous version of this car is retained, but BMW has tried to reduce its weight through greater use of aluminium panels.
Inside, the cabin follows some of the latest BMW design trends, with a revised dash layout including a smarter drive selector and a start button in the centre console. The 'BMW Live Cockpit Professional' dash set-up is standard, offering a fully digital screen layout that gives you a high-resolution 12.3-inch instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and a 10.25-inch iDrive infotainment Central Control Display. There are also re-designed sports seats and the option of a re-designed head-up display. As before, this is billed as a 'proper four-seater' and there's a 440-litre boot, extendable via 40:20:40-split backrests.
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Hell I’ve owned the 430ix for a month now and still learned a ton. This guy never makes a mistake or bumbles his delivery who the hell is this guy? I’ve got the same colors combo and get lots of comments about it... I love my G22.
Thanks for the great feedback! Great to hear that you're enjoying your BMW 👍
Did you get the seat belt Butler as standard or is this an optional extra?
A fantastic review of a fantastic coupe!
Love mine. Same colour and with the shadow line pack. It’s stunning in person and gets plenty of attention.
That's great to hear, Elliot 👍 What made you go with the 4 Series Coupe?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply my previous car was the 4 series coupe. My contract ran out just as we were in lockdown. So I was faced with a difficult situation where I could not view the comparable coupes. But as soon as they launched this new G22 model, it was perfect for me. The aesthetics paired with the new technology, I couldn’t have asked for much more.
Being from the younger generation I really like the sporty stand out grill feature! It’s just a dream car! Really enjoyed this review on it just to see someone else’s perspective!
Now it’s going to be deciding whether I go for a larger 4x4 vehicle next time, or save those extra pounds and look at an M4! This is 3 years from now, so who knows what hybrid options and new designs will be available then!
Great auto by BMW, excellent in-depth analysis and review.
an hour well spent. Thank you
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Love it !
Brilliant review, thank you!
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Great review of fantastic coupe! Which colour combination of this beauty? Arctic Race Blue with Shadow Line???
Your videos are excellent, top tier. Thank you for the detail, it’s fantastic.
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Whoa, you know your stuff buddy. Excellent review!
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The most detailed review
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what colour is this model ?
Seen a few of these on the road now. The weirdest aspect of its design for me is the fact that it somehow looks narrower than the F32 4 series despite being wider. They look odd from the rear too, as if the tail lights are too high.
Thanks for a really in-depth and insightful review; absolutely top-notch. And that grill... I like it. When I look at it I can't help but think, "sexy car!".
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I've just bought the perlecent white blacked out chrome 430d xdrive. Love this car
Great choice!! What made you go with this model?
It’s gorgeous
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Even whit the grille I’m actually really digging in this car
It's superb as is !
yeah the grille looks amazing
Love
Nice car
I prefer the 4 door version of the 2 door version of the 4 door version, ie the Gran Coupe
Edgy and sporty!
👌👌👌
I would like to buy one 6 or 7 years old. Helps with the depreciated cost.
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@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I have leased 3 or 4 cars already. I usually buy them at the end of the lease. I keep my cars 10 years.
"a promise of a passionate affair", well, say no more :-)
Hi there, are you interested in getting a BMW 4 Series Coupe?
Warning. If you don’t want to hear coopay 25 times in the first 2 minutes either skip ahead or turn down the sound. I didn’t and had to shove ice picks in my ears to ease the pain.
The word is entertainment . You’re not American and nor are we 😂
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no mention of the trunk or what's in it dont do anymore reviews you have no idea
Sorry, but your videos are WAY too long.
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