Test drive BMW 418d Coupé

The world saw the appearance of the BMW 4 Series in 2013. By the end of 2016, nearly 400 thousand BMW 4-series cars were manufactured. The manufacturer decided to circle the model of the 4th series. which became available in 2017. The car has an elegant design, a retuned suspension and an expanded list of basic and optional equipment.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe is a large and beautiful modern car with good performance and a sporty exterior styling without sacrificing comfort and practicality. 

Interior and exterior

2017 updates gave the car interesting LED headlights. Also, all models of the family are equipped with LED fog lights, there are also lighting devices with an updated shape at the back.

But what immediately catches your eye - a modified front bumper with an undivided central air intake, increasing closer to the edges of the bumper and making the car visually wider. In the Sport Line and Luxury Line versions, air ducts are decorated with bright chrome trim. New metallic elements, chrome surfaces and a center console with black glossy accents emphasize the exclusivity of the interior and enhance the feeling of quality.

The model received three colors of decoration - Midnight Blue Dakota, Cognac Dakota and Ivory White Dakota, as well as three options for decorative stripes provide even greater opportunities for personalizing the interior space. The sports steering wheel fitted as standard on all BMW 4 Series models is fitted with high-quality leather.

The new BMW 4 Series Coupe and Gran Coupe are equipped with stiffer suspension. It makes driving even more sporty, but not without comfort. Vibration damping is improved both in the longitudinal and in the transverse direction for all types of suspensions: standard, adaptive and sports on the M version.

The new 4 Series modifications offer better stability as well as more responsive steering. High-speed tires are available for all models as a factory option, from the diesel BMW 430d and gasoline BMW 430i to more powerful versions.

Looking inside the car, the optional Professional navigation system is immediately evident, which features an improved interface with a convenient control panel in the form of small icons for even easier use. These buttons can be individually configured in accordance with the wishes of the driver, as well as show all the necessary information.

In addition, the new BMW 4 Series 2017 can additionally be equipped with a multi-function screen that provides the driver with the opportunity to set a certain style of information display that will correspond to the selected driving mode. The latest version of the Professional navigation system as well as the services and services of BMW ConnectedDrive are also available for the sports versions of the BMW M4.

Engines and characteristics BMW 4

The build remains top notch. The manufacturer offers gasoline and diesel engines that are part of the EfficientDynamics family of innovative powertrains and are equipped with TwinPower Turbo technology. There are three petrol options to choose from - 420i, 430i and 440i, as well as three diesel - 420d, 430d, 435d xDrive. Diesel engines are presented in a line of power from 190 hp. BMW 420d up to 313 hp for BMW 435d xDrive. Average fuel consumption is 5,9-4 l / 100 km.

In the diesel version, less horsepower, since there is a worker the volume of the diesel engine is 1 cubic meters. cm and it produces 995 instead of 150 hp. at 190d. It also delivers 420kg less in terms of torque. This means that it will inevitably lead to a reduction in performance, although there is also the famous 8,1-speed automatic transmission here. Weight 8d - 418 kg, acceleration from 1580-0 km / h in 100 seconds.

• Technology: 1,995 cc, i4, 16v, 2 EEK, direct injection and common rail and variable geometry Turbo system, 150 hp / 4000 rpm, 32,7 kgm / 1500-3000 rpm, eight-speed automatic transmission;
• Acceleration: from 0 to 100 km / h 9,2 seconds
• Тормоза 100-0 km / h 39,5 m;
• Final speed 213 km / h;
• Average consumption 8,4 l / 100 km;
• CO2 emissions 117 g / km;
• dimensions 4,638 x 1,825 x 1,377 mm;
• Luggage compartment 445 l;
• The weight 1,580 kg.

How does it go?

But driving a car leaves a completely different impression. Smooth and confident acceleration is accompanied by a peppy roar of the engine at high speeds. At high - because the engine, yes, is only 2-liter, and you have to twist it properly.

This also contributes to the 8-speed “automatic”, which cheerfully clicks the gears up and down, all the while trying to keep the engine at the peak of torque. Fortunately, there are two turbines at once, which also make sure that under the gas pedal the power reserve is constantly felt. Actually, the engine, gearbox and electronics cope with this task with a bang.

All-wheel drive also helps a good ride, eliminating wobble "ass" even at the sharpest accelerations. Actually, even in Eco mode, the car rides a good 200 “horses” and allows you to embody the most daring road fantasies.

In Sport mode, the engine speed is in no hurry to fall below 3000. The car rushes forward, even if you do not put too much pressure on the gas. This is a terrific experience that can provoke even a rather calm driver on the spirits.

In sports mode, the chassis changes little, but the dynamic stabilization system allows you to “play pranks” in corners. And the steering wheel becomes stiffer, which generally changes the character of the car, making it more jerky. In the city, this mode is not needed. But on the track it can be appreciated. Noise isolation is excellent.

Dimensions of a car:

• Dimensions (length, width, height) - 4640/1825/1400 mm;
• Ground clearance - 145 mm;
• Curb / maximum weight - 1690 kg / 2175 kg;
• Trunk volume - 480 l;
• Engine - 4-cylinder 2-liter gasoline engine with two turbines, 184 hp, 270 Nm .;
• Drive type - full;
• Price - from 971 thousand UAH.