We’ve gotten pretty used to seeing the new BMW 4-Series Coupe and Convertible, but it’s been awhile since spy photographers have snapped the redesigned 4-Series Gran Coupe.
That’s changing today as a prototype was spotted stretching its legs on the Nürburgring.
Dressed in heavy camouflage, the model follows in the footsteps of its predecessor while also adopting new styling cues from the upcoming 4-Series Coupe. While there isn’t much to see, the car has new headlights and a heavily disguised grille. The latter will undoubtedly have the controversial ‘beaver teeth’ design that was previewed by the 4-Series concept.
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Thankfully, the rest of the design will be far less controversial as the model has a long hood, a rakish windscreen and a flowing roof. There’s also flush-mounted door handles, aerodynamic side skirts and a practical liftgate. We can also see familiar taillights and a dual exhaust system which will help to distinguish the 4-Series Gran Coupe from the similar looking i4.
Inside, the cabin will largely carryover from the 3-Series. This means we can expect a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch infotainment system and high quality switchgear.
Engine options will also carryover from the 3-Series and choices should include a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder developing 255 hp (190 kW / 259 PS) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. BMW has also confirmed the M440i xDrive will have a “potent straight-six engine” that produces 368 hp (275 kW / 374 PS) The model will also have a 48 volt mild-hybrid system which can deliver an additional electric boost of 11 hp (8 kW / 11 PS).
While the outgoing 4-Series Gran Coupe eschewed an M variant, reports have suggested BMW will fix that omission. If that happens, we can expect a high-performance M4 Gran Coupe with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine developing 473 hp (353 kW / 480 PS) and 442 lb-ft (599 Nm) of torque. There could also be a Competition variant with 503 hp (375 kW / 510 PS).
