BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe, with sporty looks, breaks cover
What's the story
German automaker BMW has unveiled its ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe car in the global markets. Bookings for the vehicle have commenced. As for the highlights, the four-wheeler has an aggressive design and a luxurious cabin loaded with tech-biased features. Under the hood, it draws power from a 3.0-liter, six-cylinder engine that churns out a maximum power of 495hp.
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Why does this story matter?
The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe is based on the 4 Series Gran Coupe and is positioned between the 4 Series and M4 Competition models. The four-wheeler offers better looks, improved suspension, and more riding comfort in comparison to the 4 Series Gran Coupe. A lot of buyers in the global markets should line up to get their hands on this car.
Exteriors
The car flaunts LED headlights and 20-inch wheels
BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe has a sloping roofline, a sculpted bonnet, a large chromed kidney grille, air dams, 'ALPINA' badging, and sleek LED headlights. On the sides, it is flanked by black B-pillars, ORVMs, side skirts, and 20-inch wheels with 20 spokes, shod in Pirelli P-Zero tires. A shark-fin antenna, an integrated spoiler, wrap-around taillamps, and quad exhaust tips grace the rear end.
Interiors
The sedan gets heated seats and leather upholstery
The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe has a luxurious cabin with heated seats as well as a 3-spoke multifunctional steering wheel, LAVALINA leather upholstery, ambient lighting, and auto climate control. It houses a touchscreen infotainment system with support for the latest connectivity options. The passengers' safety is ensured by multiple airbags, Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Warning, and traction control.
Performance
It attains a top-speed of 301km/h
The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe draws power from a 3.0-liter, twin-turbocharged, straight-six petrol engine that puts out 495hp/730Nm and is mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The car can sprint from 0-100km/h in 3.7 seconds and hits a top-speed of 301km/h. Bespoke front anti-roll bars, upgraded brakes, a unique spring-and-damper configuration, and variable dampers ensure better performance.
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BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe: Pricing and availability
In Europe, the BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupe carries a starting price-tag of €91,800 (around Rs. 77 lakh). Bookings for the car have started and deliveries are likely to commence from July onward.