BMW Concept 4 Series

BMW Concept 4 Series is a concept car unveiled by BMW at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, showcasing the future design direction of the BMW 4 Series. The concept car is based on the BMW 3 Series platform and features a sleek and sporty design, with a focus on Aerodynamics and Downforce. The BMW Concept 4 Series was designed by a team led by Karim Habib, the head of BMW Design, in collaboration with Adrian van Hooydonk, the senior vice president of BMW Group Design. The concept car was influenced by the BMW 2002, a classic BMW model from the 1970s, and was designed to evoke a sense of BMW's rich Motorsport heritage, including its participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the DTM.

Introduction

The BMW Concept 4 Series was first unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, where it was showcased alongside other BMW models, including the BMW i3 and the BMW i8. The concept car was designed to provide a glimpse into the future of BMW's design language, which would be characterized by a focus on Sustainability and Innovation, as seen in the BMW EfficientDynamics program. The BMW Concept 4 Series was also influenced by the BMW M4, a high-performance version of the BMW 4 Series, which was developed by the BMW M division, a subsidiary of BMW Group. The concept car's design was praised by Car and Driver, Autocar, and other automotive publications, including Motor Trend and Road & Track.

Design and Features

The BMW Concept 4 Series features a sleek and sporty design, with a focus on Aerodynamics and Downforce. The concept car has a long hood and a short trunk, giving it a classic Grand tourer proportions, similar to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the Audi A6. The concept car's design was influenced by the BMW 2002, a classic BMW model from the 1970s, and was designed to evoke a sense of BMW's rich Motorsport heritage, including its participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the DTM. The concept car features a number of innovative design elements, including LED headlights and a carbon fiber roof, which is also used in the BMW i8 and the McLaren 12C. The concept car's interior features a number of premium materials, including Leather and Aluminum, and was designed in collaboration with BMW DesignworksUSA, a subsidiary of BMW Group.

Performance and Specifications

The BMW Concept 4 Series is powered by a twin-turbo inline-6 engine, which produces horsepower and torque similar to the BMW M3 and the BMW M4. The concept car features a number of innovative performance technologies, including BMW xDrive and Dynamic Stability Control, which are also used in the BMW X5 and the BMW X6. The concept car's performance was praised by Car and Driver, Autocar, and other automotive publications, including Motor Trend and Road & Track. The concept car's specifications are similar to those of the BMW 4 Series, which is available in a number of different trim levels, including the BMW 428i and the BMW 435i.

Reception and Production

The BMW Concept 4 Series was well-received by the automotive press and the public, with many praising its sleek and sporty design, as well as its innovative performance technologies, which are also used in the Porsche 911 and the Audi R8. The concept car was showcased at a number of auto shows around the world, including the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show and the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, where it was displayed alongside other BMW models, including the BMW i3 and the BMW i8. The BMW Concept 4 Series was also praised by Jay Leno, a well-known automotive enthusiast and television host, who featured the concept car on his show, Jay Leno's Garage, which is produced by NBCUniversal.

Technical Details

The BMW Concept 4 Series features a number of innovative technical details, including a carbon fiber chassis and a double wishbone suspension, which are also used in the BMW i8 and the McLaren 12C. The concept car's engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, which is also used in the BMW 5 Series and the BMW 7 Series. The concept car's technical details are similar to those of the BMW 4 Series, which is available in a number of different trim levels, including the BMW 428i and the BMW 435i. The concept car's technical details were praised by Car and Driver, Autocar, and other automotive publications, including Motor Trend and Road & Track, which are published by Hearst Corporation and TEN: The Enthusiast Network.

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