BMW carmaker released the first details and pictures with the all-new 2018 4-Series facelift about a week ago, the model ending up in the news again in a new media gallery and some fresh details.

As we can depict from the media gallery below, the 2018 4-Series looks visibly changed in terms of design, and even if it keeps the overall style of the previous model, it does come with plenty of new tweaks, which makes it more aggressive and appealing.

The facelifted model in all its forms – the coupe, convertible and the Gran Coupe – now features updated front and rear aprons, full-LED headlights, wider and much more prominent air intake with sharp contours and standout bars, adding as well LED taillights, chrome accents or high-black gloss surroundings.

Other visual tweaks also comprise new bumper with huge grilles and sculpted boot lid, two exterior colours – Sunset Orange, Snapper Rocks Blueall, a choice of 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels, all features contributing to the lineup`s improved personality and stance.

The list of new mods include the interior as well. The cabin of the 4-Series lineup first includes a serious of new touches on the air outlets, control panels in the doors, adding the same high-gloss black trims on the center console.

There is also a mixture of Midnight Blue Dakota, Cognac Dakota and Ivory White Dakota leathers, along with Carbon Aluminum trim surrounding the entire area.

Mechanically, the all-new 2018 BMW 4-Series lineup is also equipped with an upgraded suspension with damping technology, adding improved steering setup as well, all improving the models` stability and driving capabilities.

In the engine department, there are two gasoline engines that have now been upgraded – the 431i with 248 horsepower as well as the 440i with 320 horsepower, both coming with an xDrive all-wheel drive system.

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The long-expected 2018 BMW 4-Series Coupe & Convertible and the Gran Coupe have been finally released just recently, all models coming as well in the first details and official pictures.

We are looking here at the facelifted models of the current 4-Series, all of them arriving in the United States as 2018 MYs, and coming with improved design and mechanical characteristics.

As we can depict from the pictures below, the models come with revised styling bits – updated LED headlights, front foglamps and taillamps, adding as well front bumper with new air intakes, revised rear apron, the new 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels, as well as two exterior colours, the Snapper Rocks and Sunset Orange – all contributing to a much more aggressive look.

Inside, the 4-Series lineup keeps the general design lines, but still adds new elements, like revised steering wheel pattern, instrument panel with double stitching, three new upholstery colours, electroplated aluminum and chrome trims and much more. In the gadgetry department, all models are now equipped with updated infotainment system with new interface, adding Multifunctional Instrument Display and much more.

Mechanically, the 4-Series lineup is now equipped with new suspension system which proves to be much stiffer while adding “sportier handling without any loss of ride comfort”. Also, the 4-Series Coupe and Convertible can also be had with the M Sport and Adaptive suspensions which increase their driving capabilities.

As far as the engine line goes, the 4-Series lineup will comprise an assortment of new four- and six-cylinder engines, both petrol burners and diesels, with power to range from 150 horsepower (in the 418 d) to a total of 326 horsepower (in the 440i).

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BMW is fine-tuning some of its high-end models from the 1-, 2-, 4- and 5-Series, preparing as well a hardcore M5. All of them have been seen at the Nurbugring or on the streets near the Bavarian plant in camouflage, performing hard tests before their official unveiling, some at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, this September, others in the following years.

One of the most-anticipated models to come with a completely new form is the upcoming BMW 4-Series Convertible with M Sport Package, codenamed G21, and which is slotted for 2021, the model being also highlighted while undergoing tests.

The upcoming G21 Convertible is set to bring the latest technology borrowed from the 3-Series M Sport Package, making the transition from the hard top to fabric top, resulting less weight and improved handling and driving capabilities.

As we can depict from the spy photos, the new G21 4-Series Convertible will look surprisingly well, with the model also available with the M Sport Package, which would add a much sportier and aggressive body styling.

We should expect new full-LED headlights, updated front and rear bumpers, while the interior will boast with the latest materials and leather upholstery on the seats or steering wheel. The M badge will also be visible on the door panels, pedals or dash.

In the engine department, the new 4-Series Convertible is likely to be equipped with upgraded engines from the new 3-Series. Unfortunately, the full powertrain specs are rather scarce at the moment, but we should expect fresh details in the upcoming period. Thanks motor1.com for sharing the spy photos!

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BMW seems to follow Mercedes-Benz`s policy concerning the body styling of its future generation models. It`s like thinking that “bigger is better”, but how about building models with almost identical design and styling cues?

It is also the case of the recently spied BMW 4-Series Coupe, slotted for an official debut at the beginning of 2017, and which seems to come with rather the same styling as the already unveiled 2017 BMW 3-Series.

For a trained eye, the camouflage indicates new body parts, borrowed from the new 3-Series, like updated headlights with different graphics, updated and restyled front bumper with smaller air intake surrounds, fog lights as well as a lower chin spoiler.

The rear end is also likely to resemble the one from the 2017 3-Series, indicating new panels, overhauled taillights updated rear bumper and diffuser and freshly redesigned exhaust tips.

Under the hood, the rumor mill has it that the model will come with different engines in Europe and the United States. The Euopean market is likely to obtain five diesels, with power ranging between 148 horsepower and 309 horsepower, adding two 2.0-liter turbo engines, with four- and six-cylinder configuration. The four-cylinder would come with around 181 horsepower and 246 horsepower, while the six-cylinder would develop around 322 horsepower. In the United States, the engines could be limited to a handful of turbocharged flat-four with 246 horsepower and a 3.0-liter turbo engine with 322 horsepower.

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It has been a long time since we last saw a gorgeous BMW receiving an insane bagging treatment from a certain aftermarket shop.

But this Alpine White BMW 435i Coupe seen here was recently customized by Vossen Wheels tuner, the model being fitted with the tuner`s special rides, which make it extremely aggressive and hot. This would be the perfect bagging for the perfect photo session.

This Alpine White BMW 435i Coupe with M Sport Package has been lowered with a custom air ride which make the sports car sit one inch from the ground, with the tuner also wrapping it with the Vossen VFS-6 wheels.

Most like any other Vossen Wheels, these ones are also wide enough to provide the model with a greater stance and improved driving dynamics, but the tuner wanted more from this project, so it had to be fitted on the car`s low ride height.

In case the owner would want to raise the car`s ride height when necessary, there are also some fine adjustments that allow this.

Under the hood, this Alpine White M435i Coupe with M Performance Package remains pretty much the same, the model packing the stock 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline flat-six, 24-valve engine, churning out a good 300 horsepower. The engine also comes with twin-scroll turbocharger with variable valve control along with high-precision direct injection.

The entire bagging treatment fitted on this 435i Coupe with M Sport Package can be observed in the small photo session below, released by Vossen Wheels tuner.

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BMW Japan has announced the introduction of the 4-Series Gran Coupe “In Style” Edition on the local market, each of the 200 units available costing 6,230,000 YEN, or the equivalent of $52,525.

The BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe “In Style” Edition is indeed a special model, as it comes with the M Sport Package and other additional equipment.

From a visual standpoint, the “In Style” version of the 420i model packs LED headlights, or the 19-inch double-spoke alloy wheels with a two-tone satin aluminum finish, which perfectly complement the Mineral Gray body wrap.

The cabin also adds some nice features, like Dakota leather upholstery with saddle brown accent, perfectly blending in with the wood trim on the center console, dashboard, or door handles. Pearl gloss chrome accents where also added throughout the cabin.

Under the hood, the BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe “In Style” Edition packs the same 2.0-liter flat-four turbocharged engine, developing 181 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque. The engine is sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission.

BMW Japan has also added a nice photo gallery with the BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe “In Style” Edition being displayed with “style”.

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The BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe has received some interesting upgrades from the carmaker`s special division BMW Individual.

The BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe is looking lovely in the Frozen Brilliant White metallic finish, adding more exquisite parts from the BMW Individual inside, where the cabin looks absolutely one-of-a-kind.

The BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe is benefiting the highest-end materials inside, meaning the special treatment from the BMW Individual with the Manufaktur logo on rear parcel shelf, along with some other elements such as the M leather on the steering wheel and the dashboard and a few more.

As a reminder, the BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe was officially launched at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, the model coming with a sleeker body than the BMW 3-Series, and fitting the same engine from the 4-Series Coupe or the 3-Series Sedan.

This means the 3.0-liter six-cylinder unit with 181 horsepower in the 420i, 141 horsepower in the 418d, as well as 300 horsepower in the 435i version. The model comes with a standard rear-wheel drive or an optional all-wheel xDrive. Enjoy the short photo gallery provided by the Inautonews online publication!

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The one-off two-door coupe 2015 BMW 435i xDrive is popping up in our news again, this time the model being tested out by the guys from Car and Driver publication. The test is showing us a closer look at the car`s cabin as well as the performance figures.

The latest edition from the 4-Series, the 2015 435i xDrive has received positive as well as negative appreciations concerning the powertrain or the features found inside the cabin. First off, the 2015 BMW 435i xDrive was not quite appreciated concerning the performance features or the power it comes with under the hood.

But from my point of view, I think that 300 horsepower would be enough for a luxurious all-wheel drive coupe, with the torque being more linked to the rear axle, helping the car sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in an extraordinary 4.5 seconds. Partly, the performance is also given by the car`s eight-speed automatic transmission, making it 0.7 seconds quicker than the standard six-speed manual.

Inside the cabin, this particular 2015 BMW 435i xDrive was equipped with some additional features, like the $1,000 Dynamic Handling, with the suspension system and the Variable Sport steering option, which might affect the car`s maneuverability in tight corners.

Apart from the Dynamic Handling, this 435 xDrive version also boasts with other important features, coming with additional prices, such as the $2,150 navigation system, the Venetian Beige Dakota leather costing $1,450, the $700 Cold Weather or the $950 Driver Assistance package consisting of parking sensors and backup camera.

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Some rendering with the second generation G23 BMW 4-Series have recently popped up on the web, giving us a closer look on how the model would like, once it will be ready somewhere in 2017. Unfortunately, the G23 BMW 4-Series will become available on the market in 2020.

The renderings were released by the French auto online publication L`Automobile, which previews the body of the so called G23 BMW 4-Series. As seen in the renderings, the upocming 4-Series might come with some body elements taken from the M4, like the new headlights and the taillights, but with a more aggressive overall design and sharper cues.

Surely, these are just simple renderings that might not reflect the final body style. Apart from that, reports state that the G23 BMW 4-Series will underpin the CLAR platform, also seen on the 3-Series and which will come with a rear-drive layout. Along with the new architecture, the model is believed to be shorter than the F30 Series, but will fit the same features, like adjustable suspension dumpers, active steering, torque vectoring system hooked to the vehicles` ABS, switchable anti-roll and a few more.

Surely that the high technology will also set in the G23 BMW 4-Series, especially since we are talking about the car`s safety features, like automatic braking, self-parking with remote control, semi-autonomous driving, active lane-keeping assist and others, which are also seen on the future G20 BMW 3-Series.

Under the hood, BMW will fit the G23 4-Series with an engine lineup, consisting of three-, four- and six-cylinder units. But for the moment the performance figures are kept secret! Would you think that the future 4-Series would look like the one rendered here?

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BMW is on a constant move, building, customizing and perfecting its entire model lineup. And this summer, the German based carmaker has also announced some important changes for some of its latest models.

This means some makeovers under the hood, where BMW has perfected the performance art by developing the newly three- or the four-cylinder engines, which promise to deliver increase torque and improved fuel-efficiency.

Starting with July 2015, the carmaker will start offering the new BMW M235i xDrive Convertible model with the four-wheel drive configuration, the model being the first open-top model to fit such a drive configuration.

Moving further, BMW will also set some new standards in terms of technology inside, by providing the latest innovation in the Professional navigation system, while car safety features will also include the Parking Assistant, available on the BMW 3-Series and the BMW 4-Series.

On the other hand, the BMW 2-Series Gran Tourer will tweak the Multi-Collision Braking system as well as the Alertness Assistant, while the BMW 4-Series, BMW M4 Coupe, the M4 Convertible, the BMW 5-Series or the BMW Z4 will come with new exterior colors.

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