Unveiled – BMW X4 Concept

BMW has unveiled the baby X6 ahead of its Shanghai Auto Show reveal. The X4 Concept as it is called is BMW’s newest Sports Activity Vehicle or crossover for the layman. It looks properly proportionate than the love-me-hate-me with the twin-kidney grille in the front and those slanted new headlamps, but still is recognisable as a BMW. The daytime running lamps have been integrated into the headlamp cluster. Side profile of the X4 concept reminds one that it is a coupe-ish SUV. The rear bumper is a big unit and houses the twin exhaust mufflers.

Inside, BMW has increased the 3 Series GT’s wheelbase by two inches. This should ideally translate to a better leg room at the rear and with the overall length increased by five inches, the boot space should also be satisfactory. As of now, no information has been released about the interior dimensions or cargo capacity. BMW also hasn’t announced the engine options for the X4 Concept, however we expect the Bavarian manufacturer to offer both petrol and diesel engines. The X4 Concept will go into production in early 2014.

By Team Overdrive
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2014 BMW 4-Series Models And Production Dates Revealed

If you’re counting down the days until you can buy a new BMW 4-Series coupe or convertible, here’s some good news: 4-Series Forums has published a leaked chart from BMW, showing the production start (and end) dates of all 2014 4-Series models (excluding the M4).

Caught undergoing testing in Europe, the models have an evolutionary design which was recently previewed by the 4-Series Coupe concept that debuted at the North American International Auto Show. As a result, we can expect the models will have a sporty front fascia, ventilated front fenders and unique taillights.

Despite the name change, engine options are expected to carryover from the 3-Series. This means choices will likely include:

1. A 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel with 184 HP (135 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque
2. A 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder with 184 HP (135 kW) and 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque
3. A 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder with 245 HP (180 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque
4. A 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six cylinder with 306 HP (225 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque

The Coupe is slated to go into production in July and the Convertible will reportedly follow several months later.