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The new BMW X4 now available in South Africa.
Wed Sep 03 23:45:00 CEST 2014 Press Kit
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; 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 two diesel units
from the BMW EfficientDynamics engine family, whose output ranges from
135 kW to 225 kW. 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; CO2 emissions combined: 193 g/km) develops an
outstanding 225 kW and peak torque of 400 Nm. The BMW X4 xDrive35i
requires just 5.5 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. 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; 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 and peak torque of 400 Nm.
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 Assist 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 (only for local cars built from August 2014) 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.
See attached press kit for more information.