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The new BMW X4.
Thu Mar 06 00:00:00 CET 2014 Informação à Imprensa
The new BMW X4 blends the hallmark features of the successful BMW X family with the sporting elegance of a classical coupe, and introduces the unique Sports Activity Coupe concept to the premium mid-size segment.
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The new BMW X4 (fuel consumption combined: 8.3–5.0* l/100 km [34.0–54.3 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 193–130* g/km) blends the hallmark features of the successful BMW X family with the sporting elegance of a classical coupe, and introduces the unique Sports Activity Coupe concept to the premium mid-size segment. Its dynamic pedigree is underlined by a wide range of cutting-edge high-performance engines, the xDrive all-wheel-drive system and an exclusive spread of standard equipment features such as variable sport steering, Performance Control and a sports leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles.
Extrovert and dynamic appearance.
The new BMW X4 is based on the technical blueprint of the
BMW X3, but displays a sporting character very much its own and takes
dynamics to another new level. That much is clear when you view the
new model head-on. The large air intakes positioned on the outer edges
of the front end and the character lines in the front apron allow the
BMW X4 – with its signature BMW twin headlights and front fog lamps
(both optionally with LED technology) – to maximise its visual
presence on the road. The roofline reaches its highest point above the
driver and then swoops down smoothly to the trailing edge of the
tailgate, mimicking the design language of a classical sporting coupe.
The signature swage line running along the flanks of BMW models is
split into two on the X4. The first section rises dynamically from the
front wheel arches to the rear door handles, while the second part
draws the eye to the muscular sculpting of the rear wings. The rear
end, complete with L-shaped LED lights in exclusive X4 design and
diffuser-look styling, likewise highlights the outstanding dynamic
ability of the new BMW X4 – even before it turns a wheel.
The driver and front passenger sit 20 millimetres lower than in the BMW X3. In conjunction with the two-seat look of the rear, this accentuates the coupe character of the new BMW in the classy and exclusive interior as well. At the same time, the X4 offers generous levels of space for up to five people and – thanks to the standard 40:20:40 split rear seat backrest – impressive variability.
Unparalleled engine power combined with supreme refinement.
In keeping with the vivacious character of the new BMW X4,
customers can choose from three petrol engines and a trio of diesel
units from the BMW EfficientDynamics engine family, whose output
ranges from 135 kW/184 hp to 230 kW/313 hp. All the engines meet the
EU6 exhaust gas standard. The BMW TwinPower Turbo technology of the
state-of-the-art engines offers a promise of superb performance
married with exceptionally low fuel consumption. For example, the
flagship petrol unit in the BMW X4 xDrive35i (fuel consumption
urban/extra-urban/combined: 10.7/6.9/8.3 l/100 km
[26.4/40.9/34.0 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 193 g/km) develops
an outstanding 225 kW/306 hp and peak torque of 400 Nm (295 lb-ft).
The BMW X4 xDrive35i requires just 5.5 seconds to sprint from 0 to
100 km/h (62 mph). And an equally impressive performer in terms of
power delivery and CO2 efficiency is the BMW X4 xDrive35d (fuel
consumption urban/extra-urban/combined: 6.7/5.5/6.0 l/100 km
[42.2/51.4/47.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 157 g/km). Its
3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine generates 230 kW/313 hp and peak
torque of 630 Nm (465 lb-ft). The BMW X4 xDrive35d accelerates from 0
to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2 seconds. The new-generation 2.0-litre
diesel engine in the BMW X4 xDrive20d (fuel consumption
urban/extra-urban/combined: 5.8–5.4*/5.1–4.8*/5.4–5.0* l/100 km
[48.7–52.3/55.4–58.9/52.3–56.5 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined:
141–131* g/km) with eight-speed Steptronic transmission also sets the
benchmark when it comes to fuel economy and CO2 emissions. Its
four-cylinder unit produces 140 kW/190 hp and peak torque of 400 Nm (295 lb-ft).
BMW EfficientDynamics: driving pleasure meets fuel economy.
The unparalleled BMW EfficientDynamics technology package also
minimises the fuel consumption and emissions of the new BMW X4.
Included are features such as the Auto Start Stop function and
coasting function (if an eight-speed automatic gearbox is fitted),
Brake Energy Regeneration and on-demand operation of ancillary units,
ensuring an admirable degree of environmental compatibility to go with
maximum driving pleasure. Also available as an option to add further
efficiency to the mix are fourth-generation reduced-rolling-resistance
tyres, which reduce the CO2 emissions of selected variants of the
BMW X4 by another 7 g/km.
BMW ConnectedDrive: Services & Apps and assistance systems.
The BMW ConnectedDrive features available for the new X4 allow
BMW to restate once again its leadership in the link-up of driver,
vehicle and outside world. Among the highlights in the new BMW X4 are
the full-colour BMW Head-Up Display, the anti-dazzle
High Beam Assistant, and Driving Assistant Plus including
Lane Departure Warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go
function, preventive pedestrian protection and a Collision Warning
system, which applies the brakes with anything up to maximum stopping
power as required. Added to which, the optional ConnectedDrive
Services also allow drivers to sign up to innovative services such as
Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI), the Concierge Service and
Remote Services. Facebook, Twitter, AUPEO! personalised internet radio
and music platforms like Napster and Deezer have also been optimised
for in-car usage and can be accessed easily on board the BMW X4.
Further information on official fuel consumption figures, specific CO2 emission values and the electric power consumption of new passenger cars is included in the following guideline: “Leitfaden über Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen” (Guideline for fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars), which can be obtained from all dealerships, from the Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at http://www.dat.de/en/offers/publications/guideline-for-fuel-consumption.html. LeitfadenCO2 (GuidelineCO2) (PDF ‒ 2.7 MB)
* Figures with optional reduced-rolling-resistance tyres on 17-inch Streamline style 306 light-alloy wheels.