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    Is the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe the new 3 Series?

    Okay, somebody is going to have to walk me through this. Last year BMW began a ‘new era’ with the 4 Series Coupe, a sleek, dynamic even-numbered addition to its Coupe range and an effective death knell for not only the 3 Series Coupe but also the M3 Coupe. All well and good (in fact, VERY good judging by our first drive in the animal in Portugal), but doesn’t the introduction of the new 4 Series Gran Coupe rather dilute this ‘new era’? Does a four-door 4 Series mean we shall soon be waving goodbye to the 3 Series saloon too, or is BMW going über ambitious and pitting the two models against each other (base price depending)?

    Aside from the obvious addition of two rear doors, a 12mm increase in roof height and 112mm stretch, there’s little difference between the Coupe and the new saloo…sorry, ‘4+1 seater’ Gran Coupe. And that’s a good thing, since the 4 Series remains – in my opinion anyway – one of the most stunning models of 2013. There’s also the strong 306hp 3.0-litre six-cylinder (435i), and 184hp and 245hp four-cylinder (420i, 425i) engine range with TwinPower Turbo technology, so 0-100kph times are pretty impressive. And if previous experience with the Gran Coupe range is anything to go by (remember our M6 GC experience?), then the newboy is likely to be very impressive when we finally slide behind the wheel.
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    #2
    So is there going to be an M4 Gran Coupe?
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        #4
        I believe its completely pointless! a whole new production line for few millimeters roof incline? that's silly.
        If it was with a complete new design it would be nice (like the design difference between 6er Gran Coupe and 5er)
        hope it doesn't sell so they cancel it XD
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          #5
          What is wrong, is that BMW are going for multiple designs and models. It seems that they're testing out what people might like and what they might dislike. The price range between the 3er and 4er wouldn't vary that much, and I believe since a person would be paying for a 3er then he might add an extra penny and grab the 4er GranCoupe which would be a wise decision since it looks better and probably might have more options. But why compete with your own product?

          Mercedes did the same thing few years back entering the market with the E-Class Coupe, and that's when they lost their CLK class. IMO this would be the last production phase of the 3 series... which is a shame.

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            #6
            Agree! this seems like more of a competition between Merc, Audi and BMW on who has the largest number of model lineups!

            BMW should have used the Gran coupe design for the 3 series and called it a day...rather than have a 3 series and a 4 series GC
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              #7
              BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (435i / 428i) - F36

              Launch / U.S. Pricing
              • 2015 435i Gran Coupe: $46,725 ($925 destination & handling included)
              • 2015 428i Gran Coupe: $41,225 ($925 destination & handling included)
              • 2015 428i xDrive Gran Coupe: $43,225 ($925 destination & handling included)
              • Arrives early Summer of 2014
              • 435i xDrive available later in 2014
              • World Debut at 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March
              • U.S. Debut at 2014 New York International Auto Show in April

              Physical
              • Length: 182.6 in / 4,638 mm (same as 4 Series Coupe)
              • Width: 71.9 in / 1,825 mm (same as 4 Series Coupe)
              • Height: 54.7 in / 1,389 mm (0.5 in / 12 mm higher than 4 Series Coupe)
              • Roofline is 4.4 in (112 mm) longer than 4 Series Coupe
              • Weight: 3,494 lbs / 3,660 (1585 kg /1660 kg) (unladen, to DIN/EU) (435i with 8 speed automatic)
              • 132 lbs / 60 kg heavier than 4 Series Coupe
              • Wheelbase: 110.6 in / 2,810 mm (same as 4 Series Coupe)
              • Front track: 60.8 in / 1,545 mm (same as 4 Series Coupe)
              • Rear track: 62.8 in / 1,594 mm (same as 4 Series Coupe)
              • Rear track xDrive: 62.6 in / 1,544 mm
              • 0.274 Cd (drag coefficient)
              • 50:50 weight distribution
              • Body stiffness on par with 4 Series Coupe variant
              • Same max headroom in front compartment as 4 Series Coupe
              • 1.06 in / 27 mm more max headroom in rear compartment than 4 Series Coupe
              • 0.47 in / 12 mm less max headroom in front compartment than 3 Series Sedan
              • 0.51 in / 13 mm less max headroom in rear compartment than 3 Seris Sedan
              • 17 cu ft / 480 liters trunk capacity (same as 3 Series (F30) and 1.3 cu ft / 35 liters more than 4 Series Coupe (F32))
              • 45.9 cu ft (1,300 liters) maximum cargo capacity with rear seats folded down
              • 40:20:40 rear seat folding configuration

              Engines / Transmission
              • 435i Gran Coupe: 3.0L N55 inline 6 cylinder single turbo twin-scroll (2,979cc)
              • 300 hp @ 5800-6000 RPM
              • 300 lb-ft @ 1300-5000 RPM
              • 0-60 mph: 4.9 sec (8 speed auto)
              • US EPA MPG expected to be in line with 435i Coupe (22 MPG city / 32 MPG highway / 25 MPG combined)
              • Only 8 speed automatic transmission for U.S. market
              • 428i Gran Coupe: 2.0L N20 inline 4 cylinder single turbo twin-scroll (1,997cc)
              • 240hp @ 5000-6500 RPM
              • 255 lb-ft @ 1250-4800 RPM
              • 0-60 mph: 5.7 sec (8 speed auto)
              • US EPA MPG expected to be in line with 428i Coupe (23 MPG city / 35 MPG highway / 27 MPG combined)
              • Only 8 speed automatic transmission for U.S. market

              M Sport
              • M Sport aerodynamic parts
              • Large air intake
              • Diffuser insert in rear bumper
              • Rocker panel trim matching color of vehicle
              • 18-inch or 19-inch wheels
              • Exclusive color choices of Carbon Black Metallic (which is available for the first time on any 4 Series) and Estoril Blue Metallic
              • M door sill finishers
              • M leather steering wheel
              • M driver's footrest
              • M Sport Suspension (firmer springs/dampers and more robust front and rear anti-roll bars)
              • M Sport Brakes (optional in U.S.) with blue calipers

              Sport Line
              • High gloss black finish for B pillar, nine kidney grille slats, air intakes, air breathers.
              • Matte black finish for side window elements
              • Black rear trim strip
              • Black chrome exhaust tips
              • 18-inch or 19-inch wheels with double-spoke design
              • Inner rings of dash instruments and contrast stitching on steering wheel are red

              Luxury Line
              • Chrome air breathers, window details, 11 kidney grille slats, rear trim strip and exhaust tips
              • 18-inch or 19-inch wheels with multi-spoke design
              • Chrome audio system surround, air conditioning controls and circular rings

              Physical Highlights
              • Hatch trunk with lid seams simulating look of typical coupe trunk
              • Frameless doors
              • B-pillar finished in high gloss black
              • Optional full LED headlights
              • Air Curtains integrated into outer edges of front apron
              • Turn signals integrated into exterior mirrors
              • 40:20:40 split rear seats
              • Estoril Blue available as part of M Sport package

              Technologies (some are optional)
              • Optional Adaptive Suspension (with electronically controlled shock absorbers)
              • Optional Variable Sport Steering
              • Auto Start Stop
              • Brake Energy Regeneration
              • ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT+ selectable driving modes
              • Servotronic Electric Power Steering
              • On-demand operation of ancillary units
              • Head-Up Display
              • Latest iDrive version with touchpad
              • Latest navigation system
              • Optional LED headlights with High Beam Assistant and LED fog lights
              • Active Driving Assistant
              • Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
              • Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Departure Warning and Collision Warning systems
              • Speed Limit Info
              • Park Distance Control and rear view camera
              • Surround View function (with side and top view)
              • Parking Assistant


              Exterior Pictures:
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              Interior Pictures:
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                #8
                They want to dominate by having a car to address every market, which can be a positive/negative thing...
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                  #9
                  im confused... i never understood the concept of the grand coupe.

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                    #10
                    I don't understand it either.

                    My questions:

                    1) Will there be an M4 GC?
                    2) What are the expected differences compared to an M3; except for the AED 100k additional price?
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                      #11
                      i dont think there should be an M4 GC....thats way too much brand dilution for the ///M
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                        #12
                        If there is an M6 GC, there will be a M4 GC...

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                          #13
                          Plain stupid. Look at it, this will dominate the 3 series, it has more luxury and style. Definitely they will go for the M4GC (GranCoupe)

                          If they went for the entirely new 4 series to distinguish coupes from sedans then why bring a four door design to the 4 series? I still don't get it!! The entire concept of GranCoupe was for the single coupe class which is the 6 series. A new marketing way to insert a stylish four door coupe into the market, which succeeded and was well thought of, but this??? We already had 3 series sedan and coupe, why mess things up?
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                          2003 E46 M3 - Carbon Black / Imola Red (BLOWN)
                          Mods: Rear Smoked LEDs | Front Smoked Corner Lights | 4300K Phillips 85122+ Bulbs | BMC Drop-In Panel | Matt Black Kidney Grilles | 7500K CCFL | Matt Black Side Grilles | FOX SS Muffler | VIEZU Remap | CSL Carbon Fiber Splitters | EvoSport Under Drive Pulley Kit | K&N Cold Air Intake | K&N Scoops | Hawk Carbon-Ceramic Brake Pads | R1Concepts Zinc-Coated Cross-Drilled Rotors | Agency Power Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines | Hyper Black M3 Competition Rims | FXR Bi-Xenon Projectors w/ Clear Lenses | 70% 3M Tinting
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                          Mods: Front & Rear OEM Facelift | K&N Cold Air Intake | Straight Pipes | MAF Delete | Custom Made Air Intake Elbow | 3.15 LSD Differential | SplitFire Spark Plugs | E36-7 Z3 OEM 17" Rims | 50% 3M Tinting

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                            #14
                            M4 GC Rendered



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                            M4 GC Rendered

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                              #15
                              dont lie thats just an m3 hahaha

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