Singapore. BMW Asia today announced the availability of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, further building on their unique status in the marketplace with targeted upgrades in aesthetic appeal, driving pleasure, electrification and digitalisation. The new BMW i4 will continue to deliver locally emission-free mobility in the brand’s hallmark style while the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé underscores its sporting elegance with a precisely modified design.

“At BMW, we firmly believe in the power of choice,” said Lars Nielsen, Managing Director, BMW Group Asia. “Regardless of the drivetrain, the emotional experience behind the wheel of a BMW Series 4 Series is ever present. Here in Singapore, our customers expect a superior drive and stylish companion for all occasions. Therefore, with these fresh updates, we are confident that the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé will continue to set the benchmark in the premium midsize class.”

The popularity of the BMW i4 also represents an endorsement of the BMW Group’s ‘technology-open’ approach in the current ramp-up phase of electric mobility. The all-electric gran coupé was developed on the basis of a flexible drive system architecture. Similar vehicle concepts now also enable BMW 7 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW X1, BMW X2, and BMW X3 model variants with combustion engines, plug-in hybrid systems, and all-electric drive to be offered alongside one another.

The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are built at the BMW Group’s home plant in Munich, whose transformation into a production facility geared exclusively to all-electric models is being fuelled by substantial investment. The green electricity needed for production will come from hydroelectric power stations in the region.

New design for the BMW kidney grille, headlights, and rear lights.

Slim headlights and a vertically arranged BMW kidney grille dropping deep towards the road headline the front-end styling of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. A refreshed design brings additional visual impact to these signature brand features. The surround of the BMW kidney grille is now finished in matt chrome. Due to the low cooling requirement of the electric drive system, the BMW kidney grille of the new BMW i4 has a fully enclosed upper section, below which is a Black high-gloss surface topped by a matt-silver honeycomb pattern. The air intakes on the combustion-engine model of the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé have a mesh structure whose surfaces are now painted in matt Quartz Silver.

As well as a front apron with large side air intakes, the standard M Sport package for the new BMW i4 also includes a diffuser element in the lower section of the rear bumper, which is now painted in Black high-gloss. In addition, the exhaust tailpipes integrated into the rear apron on the left and right of the combustion-engine model have grown from 90 millimetres to 100 millimetres in diameter.

The visually and functionally upgraded headlights also play their part in the modern appearance of the front end. The new structure of their LED units creates a technically focused look. Low and high beam are generated from a single LED module. A pair of vertical and subtly arrow-shaped LED units house the side light, daytime driving light, and turn signal indicator functions. Comfort Access is fitted, and the new headlights generate a Welcome Light Animation once the driver and vehicle key come within three metres of the car.

The Adaptive LED Headlights comes as standard, which has blue inlays, non-dazzling matrix high beam, urban lights, and a cornering light function. The prism structure of the LED units for the urban lights provides a striking contrast against the uniform illumination of the daytime driving light units. All models of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are also fitted with highly expressive rear Laserlight. This model-specific version of an innovative lighting effect employs a technology first seen in the BMW M4 CSL. Here, laser diodes each illuminate a fibre optic bundle, giving the rear units an intricate light graphic. This creates an exclusive light design at the rear as well.

The new BMW i4 M50 xDrive meanwhile underlines its extremely sporty character with M-specific design features producing eye-catching visuals featuring a BMW kidney grille with a Black high-gloss surround and horizontally arranged bars adorned by a BMW M logo. And the front apron elements that were previously finished in Cerium Grey also come in Black high-gloss. As a result, the front-end styling is now even more closely related to the design of the BMW M4 high-performance sports cars.

New exterior paint finishes and aerodynamic wheels.

The selection of exterior paint finishes for the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé now also comprises the new Cape York Green metallic and Fire Red metallic shades. A wide variety of BMW Individual paint finishes and BMW Individual special paint finishes are also offered. The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé comes with 18-inch M aerodynamic wheels as standard, while the new BMW i4 has 19-inch M aerodynamic wheels. The range-topping new BMW i4 M50 xDrive rides on 19-inch M light-alloy wheels as standard.

New interior accents target progressive sporting appeal.

The modifications to the interior of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are focused on digitalization and achieving a sharper sporting profile. New adjustment controls for the air vent grilles in the centre of the instrument panel and on the driver’s and front passenger side of the cockpit allow the airflow direction to be adjusted using rotating and tilting movements.

The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are fitted as standard with sport seats in Sensatec perforated.

In the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive, the standard M Sport seats are also trimmed in the luxurious Vernasca leather. Also to be found as standard in the M Performance model are interior trim elements in Carbon Fibre, M door sill trim, M pedals, an M driver's footrest, an anthracite-coloured headliner and M-specific graphics for the BMW Curved Display.

Newly designed steering wheels, gearshift paddles now standard.

The newly designed M leather steering wheel also feed into the enhanced sporting allure of the interior. It has a three-spoke design with a flat bottomed rim and a discreet centre marking in the 12 o’clock position comes as standard in the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and new BMW i4.

The M leather steering wheel in the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé also comes equipped with gearshift paddles as standard. The two paddles – on the left-hand and right-hand steering wheel spokes – enable super-swift manual interventions in the gear selection process of the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.

The M leather steering wheel in the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive also comes with decorative stitching in BMW M colours and a red centre marker, further adding to the performance experience in the cockpit.

High-quality materials, adjustable ambient lighting.

Interior trim finishers in Fine-Brushed Aluminium feature as standard in the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, helping to create a premium ambience of renewed sophistication on board.

The ambient lighting – also now standard – includes contour lighting integrated into the trim around the central seam vents. Like the lighting for the footwells, the storage compartment in the front section of the centre console and the door openers, this can be adjusted for colour and brightness according to personal preference. Users can choose from nine colours. The functionality of the interior lighting also includes an atmospheric Welcome and Goodbye Animation and light signals indicating an open door or incoming phone call.

The new additions to the options list also include the instrument panel Luxury in Sensatec with a further refined surface structure, which features on the door shoulders too. This is standard on the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive. Load compartment capacity can be extended as required from 470 litres to a maximum 1,290 litres.

Powertrain and charging technology: Bringing fresh energy to sporty driving pleasure.

The flexible drive system architecture of the gran coupé for the premium midsize class allows it to be combined with both all-electric drive systems and highly efficient combustion engines. The new cars channel their power to the road via classical rear wheel drive.

Playing a key role in enhancing the sporty driving pleasure available in the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission now fitted as standard with the combustion engines. It offers an ultra-sharp shift action and also enables swift manual interventions in the gear selection process. All the petrol models feature gearshift paddles on the steering wheel for this purpose.

Chassis technology and driver assistance systems: Dynamism, comfort, safety, and a hallmark BMW driving experience.

The extremely rigid body and chassis mountings, intelligent lightweight design, low centre of gravity, almost perfect 50 : 50 weight distribution and optimised aerodynamic properties provide all the necessary ingredients for a well-rounded vehicle character.

The double-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle have likewise been engineered to reduce weight while increasing rigidity. Electromechanical steering with Servotronic function, an integrated braking system, the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system and near actuator wheel slip limitation all come as standard too.

Model-specific chassis technology with a bespoke set-up.

The sophisticated chassis technology combines with the model-specific design and set-up of all components to ensure an ideal blend of sporting flair and ride comfort in all powertrain variants. In the new BMW i4, for instance, the high-voltage battery is firmly bolted to the floor assembly, while its casing serves as a load-bearing structural element to maximise torsional stiffness. Like the combustion-engine model in the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé range, the new BMW i4 is additionally fitted with integral tower-to-front end struts, an aluminium shear panel at the front end and underfloor bracing elements in the rear axle area.

The lift-related dampers are another factor in the harmonious handling characteristics of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. Depending on the spring travel, these provide extra damping to control body movement when driving over large bumps and inhibit excessive dive. Meanwhile, the system reacts to minor imperfections in the road surface with low damping forces that produce high levels of comfort.

All-electric new BMW i4 M50 xDrive takes pole position.

The new BMW i4 M50 xDrive embodies a particularly intense distillation of signature M performance in all-electric guise. Its peak output even exceeds that of the new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé, which has a six cylinder in-line petrol engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology under its bonnet.

Two highly integrated drive units bringing together an electric motor, power electronics and transmission within a single housing help the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive to top the output rankings. The electric motor driving the rear wheels and the unit at the front axle come together to create an electric all-wheel-drive system which is controlled quickly and precisely to ensure effortless progress in any driving situation. The fully variable system means power can always be distributed to optimum effect — from highly efficient pure rear-wheel drive through to an all wheel-drive set-up that maximises traction.

A specially designed boost function is available to the driver in SPORT mode to initiate extremely dynamic power delivery from both electric motors. This increases maximum combined output by 50 kW/68 hp to 400 kW/544 hp for over 10 seconds, at the same time as boosting maximum combined torque by 65 Nm to 795 Nm. Activating the Sport Boost function enables the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive to sprint from rest to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 225 km/h.

M-specific chassis technology for smile-inducing performance.

The range-topping model is equipped with chassis technology tailored specifically to its drive system's performance characteristics. The adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers featured on the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive include variable sport steering. Its stunning performance capabilities are also partly down to its M Sport brakes.

Charging in Singapore.

To make electromobility simple and straightforward for customers, today, BMW Asia continues this partnership by offering BMW EV customers either a comprehensive home or public charging package:

• For home charging, customers will receive a BMW Wallbox with complimentary installation service.
• For public charging, customers will receive a subscription package of 10,000kWh over 3 years at Shell Recharge stations with no monthly cap for charging. This is equivalent to 50,000km of driving range (assuming average energy consumption of 20kWh/100km).

The BMW Wallbox provides a fast way to charge their vehicle at a rate of up to 22kW. Once the vehicle is plugged in, charging begins and will end automatically when the battery is fully charged or has reached its pre-determined level.

BMW Charging gives drivers access to one of the largest networks of public charging stations located in various office buildings, shopping malls, hotels, and industrial parks in Singapore. Activation of and payment for the chargers can be done through an RFID card or the Shell Recharge smartphone app.

Wide variety of driver assistance systems.

An array of advanced assistance systems are on hand to enhance comfort and safety when driving and parking the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. The front collision warning system with brake intervention and Cruise Control with brake function are both fitted as standard, along with Speed Limit Info with no-overtaking indicator, manual Speed Limit Assist and Lane Departure Warning with lane return.

Park Distance Control with sensors at both the front and rear comes as standard, as does the Parking Assistant. This system enables automated manoeuvring into and out of parking spaces, and also features a Reversing Assist Camera and the Reversing Assistant. The new BMW i4 M50 xDrive comes with Parking Assistant Plus as standard, with Park View, Panorama View and Remote 3D View functions.

Display and control / operation system, connectivity: BMW Operating System 8.5 and innovative digital services.

The latest generation of the BMW iDrive display and control/operation system with QuickSeIect based on BMW Operating System 8.5 opens up a new way of intuitively controlling vehicle functions and accessing digital services in the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. With the digital BMW Curved Display screen grouping and the expanded capabilities of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the driver-centric cockpit has been geared squarely to operation using touch control and natural language.

The climate control functions are also operated digitally in the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, enabling a further reduction in the number of physical buttons and controls. The control/operation system additionally comprises multifunction buttons on the steering wheel, the BMW iDrive Controller and the optional BMW Head-Up Display, which is standard on the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive.

BMW iDrive with QuickSeIect: functions shown on a single level and selectable with rapid-access tech.

The system's QuickSeIect feature paves the way for an improved menu structure that takes its cue from consumer electronics devices. It allows the driver to navigate to functions directly from the newly arranged home screen without having to enter submenus. The new, flat menu structure makes it much easier to switch between different functions and helps the driver to focus their attention on what's happening on the road.

The new home screen continuously displays the navigation system's map view or other individually configurable graphics on the control display. On the same level, there is a vertical bar on the driver's side of the display containing widgets that can now be individually selected and arranged. The new BMW i4 also includes a widget for the charging functions. Some of the widgets can also be swiped horizontally to show additional content. The related functions can then be called up directly with QuickSelect. And once the relevant settings have been chosen, a quick tap on the home icon at the lower edge of the control display is all it takes to return to the home screen. Icons for direct access to the climate control menu, All Apps menu and, if activated, Apple CarPlay@ and Android Auto^TM  can also now be found next to the home icon.

BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant with additional languages and new graphics.

At the same time, voice control using the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is set to become even more interactive and intuitive in the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. There is now a choice of two different looks for the graphics visualising the digital companion on the control display, with additional graphics also appearing here in response to selected voice commands. For instance, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant acknowledges the request to look for a gas station nearby by showing the image of a fuel pump, enriching the dialogue between driver and vehicle.

BMW Maps navigation system with new charging-optimised route guidance and Augmented View.

The latest version of BMW Maps also gives the new BMW i4 drivers access both from the vehicle and via the My BMW App - to improved functions that enable charging-optimised route planning over long journeys at a level of precision no rival can match. The charging stops are planned so that the selected destination is reached as quickly as possible. The driver's preferred minimum charge level when arriving at mid-journey stops and the final destination can be adjusted in increments of five per cent and incorporated into the route planning. The system can also give preference to charging stations operated by selected providers and exclude others from the route planning at the driver's request. The system will then propose the latter only if there seems to be no alternative for an efficient route without any large detours.

Additional information is provided for the selected charging stations, such as supported connector types and payment options, as well as the availability of sanitary, catering or shopping facilities in the vicinity. The expected duration of the planned charging stop and the resulting electricity costs can also be shown in advance. The closer the vehicle gets to a scheduled mid-journey stop, the more frequently the availability of the charging point is checked so that an alternative route can be recommended in good time if necessary. Regardless of the charging optimised route given, a constant stream of alternative charging options are also displayed, e.g. for spontaneous mid-journey breaks.

The BMW Live Cockpit Professional, which comes as standard in the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive, adds not only the full-colour BMW Head-Up Display, but also the Augmented View function. This offers contextual, real-time information to complement the navigation system's map display by showing a live video stream of the driver's view on the control display or instrument cluster and augmenting it with information that is currently relevant. At confusing junctions, for instance, an animated directional arrow is integrated into the video image to help the driver take the best turn-off for the planned route.

Personalisation and remote access with BMW ID and My BMW App.

BMW Operating System 8.5 also makes it even easier to personalise the user experience in the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. Signing in to the vehicle by scanning a QR code with a smartphone is all it takes to import the customer's personal profile, load synchronisable settings and automatically link the key detected in the vehicle with the BMW ID.

The vehicle is also automatically added to the My BMW App. Available free of charge from the app stores for both iOS and Android, the My BMW App acts as a universal digital interface that provides information on the vehicle's condition, charging status or remaining range at any time. Depending on the car's specification, it also gives the user access to various remote functions. For example, the vehicle can be located remotely via the My BMW App and the doors locked and unlocked. The Remote 3D View and Remote Inside View functions included with the standard Parking Assistant Plus in the new BMW i4 M50 xDrive give drivers the ability to call up a three dimensional live image of their vehicle's immediate vicinity on their smartphone.

Besides this, the My BMW App can also be used to send destination addresses from the user's smartphone to the vehicle's navigation system for route planning and to initiate, purchase or extend ConnectedDrive Upgrades. It is also possible to control the charging process and preconditioning for the new BMW i4 from the My BMW App. The My Trips feature including Efficiency Trainer and monthly review provides the user with data and evaluations for distances travelled, consumption and average speed, as well as offering helpful tips for driving more efficiently.

Optimum connectivity with Personal eSIM and 5G standard.

Customers of the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé can activate the Personal eSlM as standard - in addition to the vehicle's built-in mobile SIM. The Personal eSlM uses the 5G mobile communications standard and allows the customer to use the communications and connectivity features covered by their mobile contract, even when they don't have their smartphone with them.

All phone functions can be operated with the BMW iDrive system or the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. A low-radiation connection to the vehicle's exterior antenna is used for making phone calls and streaming data via the Personal eSlM.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé prices.
2. The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé specifications.

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1. The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coup é prices.

2. The new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coup é specifications.

BMW 420i Gran Coup é

In-line four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 7.9 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Fuel consumption (combined): 6.9 L/100 km.

CO₂ emissions (combined): 157 g/km.

BMW i4 eDrive35

Vehicle Category

Drive Type / Body Style: Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) / Gran Coupé

Power Unit

Electric drive, transmission of the electric motor’s drive torque to the rear wheels.

Max system output: 210 kW/286 hp

Max system torque: 400Nm

Transmission: Automatic transmission, single-speed with fixed ratio

Electric motor

Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology: electrically excited synchronous motor, power electronics and transmission sharing the same housing, generator function for recuperating energy.

High-voltage Battery

Battery technology: Lithium-ion
Installation location: Underfloor

Voltage: 353.3V
Battery capacity: 67.1kW

Performance

Acceleration (0-100km/h): 6.0 seconds

Top speed (electronically limited): 190km/h

Electric Power Consumption / Range

Electric power consumption: 19 kWh/100km

Range (WLTP): Up to 483km

BMW i4 M50 xDrive

Vehicle Category

Drive Type / Body Style: Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) / Gran Coupé

Power Unit

Electric drive, coordinated transmission of the drive torque from two electric motors to the front and rear wheels respectively in accordance with requirements, adaptive recuperation.

Max system output: 400 kW/544 hp

Max system torque: 795Nm

Transmission: Automatic transmission, single-speed with fixed ratio

Electric motor

Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology: electrically excited synchronous motor, power electronics and transmission sharing the same housing, generator function for recuperating energy.

High-voltage Battery

Battery technology: Lithium-ion
Installation location: Underfloor

Voltage: 398.5V
Battery capacity: 81.1kW

Performance

Acceleration (0-100km/h): 3.9 seconds

Top speed (electronically limited): 225km/h

Electric Power Consumption / Range

Electric power consumption: 22.4 kWh/100km

Range (WLTP): Up to 520km

Munich. Bavarian premium carmaker BMW is using an elaborately orchestrated brand campaign to shine the spotlight on its wide range of fully electric vehicles, which now comprises the BMW i4, BMW i5, BMW i7, BMW iX1, BMW iX2, BMW iX3 and BMW iX. The multi-channel campaign is focusing communications on values that have forever been associated with the BMW brand – exceptional dynamics, innovative technologies, unmistakable design and supreme driving comfort.

The global campaign relies primarily on video formats. The centrepiece of the campaign launch was a 30-second TV commercial, which has been spun off across the brand’s social media channels – YouTube and Instagram, in particular – and, with the help of paid media, in the individual markets. The commercial invites the viewer to discover the “soul” and character of BMW along a fast-paced journey through the history of the brand: from victories in motor racing via the brand’s distinctive design language and expertise, and its time-honoured talent for innovation, all the way to the transformation to electric mobility. The joy of driving has been inextricably linked with BMW since the company was formed – and this commercial brings it to life through the brand’s all-electric models.

The use of the hit single “Beautiful Things” by US singer Benson Boone turns up the emotionality of the commercial another notch. The track has exceeded 1.3 billion streams on Spotify alone and has also been a trending sound on social media platform TikTok for several months.

The emotionally charged hero film is accompanied by a series of other assets. For example, five reels have been produced which focus on the brand’s core competencies – Performance, Heritage, Innovation, Motorsport and Community. And additional reels telling inspirational social-media stories on the various fully electric models round off the multi-channel campaign.

“With this emotional campaign we are celebrating the unique soul of our brand, which has defined us since day one and which we have also carried into our fully electric BMW vehicles,” says Bernd Körber, Senior Vice President BMW Brand and Product Management. “After all, our customers represent the true essence of BMW, and they experience pure driving pleasure in all of our models.”

As well as the video content, a selection of just under 40 photo assets showcase the fully electric models to spectacular effect in natural surroundings – at different times of day and in different locations. Atmospheric lighting, which enriches the motifs with warm colours and mildly exaggerated contrasts, brings a very distinct sense of approachability to the images. The exclusive features of the individual models, such as the two-tone paint finish of the BMW i7, are depicted realistically. Alongside numerous individual images emphasising the pure joy of electric driving, a handful of pack shots of the BMW i4, BMW i5, BMW i7, BMW iX1, BMW iX2, BMW iX3 and BMW iX in their various configurations highlight the rich diversity of vehicles offered by BMW across the relevant segments.

https://youtu.be/-8UPg6hyDBg 

Technical data - BMW i4, valid as of July 2024  

Technical data - BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, valid as of July 2024 

Pricing for Germany, including 19% VAT:

BMW i4:

i4 eDrive35: € 57.500

i4 eDrive40: € 60.500 

i4 xDrive40: € 64.000

i4 M50 xDrive: € 72.100 

BMW 4er Gran Coupé

420i: € 52.900

430i xDrive: € 61.200

M440i xDrive: € 76.000

420d: € 55.700

420d xDrive: € 58.200

430d xDrive: € 65.500 

Please find the technical data in the files attached.

• Technology and design update for the all-electric BMW i4 and the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. Pioneers in the field of locally emission-free driving pleasure and progressive aesthetics in the premium midsize segment now have even greater appeal. Premiere of a new BMW i4 variant with electric all-wheel drive. All combustion-engined variants of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé now link up as standard with the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission. Precise modifications for the exterior and interior. Upgraded BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and additional digital services.
• Most successful body variant of the BMW 4 Series range brings new features enhancing sense of sporting elegance. Interior has premium ambience with renewed sophistication; additions to standard equipment, newly structured options list.
• BMW i4 and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are trailblazers for BMW’s flexible drive system architecture. Production of all model variants will take place at BMW Group Plant Munich. Worldwide market launch of the new models gets underway in July 2024. The most important sales markets are the USA, Germany, Great Britain and China.
• Front view has increased presence thanks to a newly designed BMW kidney grille with a surface that is half enclosed (BMW i4) / has a mesh structure. Grille surround in matt chrome as standard or Black high-gloss as an option.
• Strikingly designed headlights with a new structure for the LED units. Vertical light sources for the side light, daytime driving light and turn signal indicator functions. New Welcome Light Animation in cars with the optional Comfort Access. Adaptive LED Headlights with non-dazzling matrix high beam, urban lights and exclusive Laserlight rear lights in the style of the BMW M4 CSL can be specified as an option.
• Optional M Sport package and M Performance models with M-specific design features. M Sport package now with rear diffuser element in Black high-gloss and exhaust tailpipes now with larger, 100-millimetre diameter. M Sport package Pro and M Carbon exterior package available ex factory; model-specific BMW M Performance Parts can be specified from the Original BMW Accessories range.
• New Cape York metallic and Fire Red metallic added to the range of exterior paint finishes. Extensive selection of BMW Individual paint finishes and BMW Individual special paint finishes. Additional scope for individualisation thanks to new 19-inch M aerodynamic wheels and 20-inch BMW Individual aerodynamic wheels in double-spoke design.
• Progressive and sporty interior with BMW Curved Display and newly designed steering wheels. Two-spoke steering wheel with polygonal rim and illuminated multifunction buttons as standard. Optional M leather steering wheel in three-spoke design with a flat-bottomed rim and a discreet centre marking in the 12 o’clock position or with a red centre marker and decorative stitching in BMW M colours for the M Performance models. Combustion-engined models now have gearshift paddles on the steering wheel as standard.
• Sport seats in Sensatec perforated are standard. Black seat surfaces in new M Performtex are part of the M Sport package or come as standard in the M Performance models. Optional Vernasca leather upholstery with decorative quilting now also offered in the new bi-colour variant Black/Red. BMW Individual Merino leather trim in three colours can also be specified as an option.
• Instrument panel with reduced number of buttons and controls due to consistent digitalisation. The ventilation and climate control functions and optional seat and steering wheel heating can now be operated by touch via the control display, by voice command and – in the case of the ventilation – using the new adjustment controls for the air vents.
• New interior trim elements in Dark Graphite matt are standard. Optional M Sport package includes interior strips in Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite.
• Additions to standard specification for the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé also include ambient lighting – with additional contour lighting integrated around the new central seam vents – and the interior and exterior mirror package. Optional instrument panel Luxury in Sensatec with a further refined surface structure. Also new: CraftedClarity glass applications for selected controls.
• Four-door coupé vehicle concept offers a consistent balance of practicality, everyday usability and long-distance capability – with either an electric or a conventional drive system. Five seats and a large, high-opening boot lid; boot capacity of all variants of the BMW i4 and BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé can be expanded from 470 litres to a maximum 1,290 litres.
• Fully electric BMW i4 now available in four model variants. New BMW i4 xDrive40 with electric all-wheel drive, maximum system output of 295 kW/401 hp and a range of 444 – 548 kilometres (276 – 341 miles) in the WLTP cycle. Also in the line-up: the range-topping BMW i4 M50 xDrive, the BMW i4 eDrive40 and the BMW i4 eDrive35.
• Combined Charging Unit for the BMW i4 enables AC charging at a maximum rate of 11 kW and DC charging at up to 205 kW (BMW i4 eDrive35: 180 kW). All variants of the BMW i4 now suitable for Connected Home Charging in the initial group of pilot markets: solar-optimised and load-optimised charging are possible, likewise (as the scheme expands further) cost-optimised charging using a dynamic electricity tariff. Plug & Charge Multi Contract enables convenient charging mid-journey.
• New BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé available with a variety of engines. Range includes the 275 kW/374 hp six-cylinder in-line petrol engine in the BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé, plus two four-cylinder petrol engines, a six-cylinder in-line diesel unit and a four-cylinder diesel. The six-cylinder in-line engines and the four-cylinder diesel unit have 48V mild hybrid technology. Eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission standard for all engine variants. Engine power is transferred to the road either via classical rear-wheel drive or the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system, depending on the model.
• New BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé display the brand’s familiar sporty handling and well resolved driving characteristics at all times thanks to model-specific tuning for the chassis technology. Electromechanical steering with Servotronic function, an integrated braking system and near-actuator wheel slip limitation all come as standard. M Sport suspension, adaptive M suspension with variable sport steering and M Sport brakes can be added to models equipped with the M Sport package. BMW i4 is equipped as standard with rear air suspension.
• Extensive selection of assistance systems for safe and comfortable driving and parking. Standard equipment includes Speed Limit Info, front collision warning, Parking Assistant, Reversing Assist Camera and the Reversing Assistant. Driving Assistant Professional with Steering and Lane Control Assistant and Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, plus Parking Assistant Plus available as options.
• Standard equipment for the new BMW i4 and new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé includes BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 8.5. Intuitive and user-friendly operation via touch on the control display and natural language. New home screen with vertically arranged function symbols on a single level. QuickSelect rapid access enables direct selection of functions without having to enter submenus. Menu bar at the lower edge of the control display now also allows direct access to climate control functions. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant now offers additional languages and new graphics.
• Standard BMW Live Cockpit Plus with cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system. Optimised and precise charging-optimised route guidance for the BMW i4 is unique in this segment. Optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional additionally includes the BMW Head-Up Display and Augmented View on the control display or instrument cluster.
• Simplified initial sign-in in the vehicle and synchronisation with the BMW ID by scanning a QR code with a smartphone. My BMW App enables overview of the vehicle status and various remote functions. It is also possible to control the charging process and pre-conditioning for the BMW i4 via the My BMW App.
• Personal eSIM can be activated in the vehicle. Optimised connectivity using the 5G mobile communications standard. Parking fees and fuel bills can be paid digitally from the vehicle.
  
  
• Model variants:
  
  The new BMW i4:
  
  BMW i4 eDrive35:
  Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, electric motor at the rear axle.
  System output: 210 kW/286 hp at 6,000 rpm.
  Max. system torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 0 – 4,500 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 6.0 seconds.
  Electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 19.3 – 15.1 kWh/ 100 km*.
  Range: 386 – 500 km (240 – 311 miles)* in WLTP cycle.
  CO₂ class(es): A.
  
  BMW i4 eDrive40:
  Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, electric motor at the rear axle.
  System output: 250 kW/340 hp at 8,000 rpm.
  Max. system torque: 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) at 0 – 5,000 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 5.6 seconds.
  Electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 19.4 – 15.4 kWh/ 100 km*.
  Range: 468 – 600 km (291 – 373 miles)* in WLTP cycle.
  CO₂ class(es): A.
  
  BMW i4 xDrive40:
  Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, one electric motor at the front axle and one at the rear axle, electric BMW xDrive all-wheel drive.
  System output: 295 kW/401 hp at 8,000 rpm.
  Max. system torque: 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) at 0 – 5,000 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 5.1 seconds.
  Electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 20.5 – 16.6 kWh/ 100 km*.
  Range: 444 – 548 km (276 – 341 miles)* in WLTP cycle.
  CO₂ class(es): A.
  
  BMW i4 M50 xDrive:
  Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, one electric motor at the front axle and one at the rear axle, electric BMW xDrive all-wheel drive.
  System output: 400 kW/544 hp.
  Max. system torque: 795 Nm (586 lb-ft).
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 3.9 seconds.
  Electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 22.0 – 17.5 kWh/ 100 km*.
  Range: 413 – 522 km (257 – 324 miles)* in WLTP cycle.
  CO₂ class(es): A.
  
  The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé:
  
  BMW 420i Gran Coupé:
  Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
  Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
  Max. torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 7.9 seconds.
  Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 7.3 – 6.6 l/100 km (38.7 – 42.8 mpg imp)*.
  CO₂ emissions, combined in WLTP cycle: 166 – 150 g/km*.
  Exhaust emissions standard: Euro 6e, CO₂ class(es): F – E.
  
  BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupé:
  Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
  Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 180 kW/245 hp at 4,500 – 6,500 rpm.
  Max. torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 1,600 – 4,000 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 6.1 seconds.
  Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 7.9 – 7.1 l/100 km (35.8 – 39.8 mpg imp)*.
  CO₂ emissions, combined in WLTP cycle: 179 – 162 g/km*.
  Exhaust emissions standard: Euro 6e, CO₂ class(es): G – F.
  
  BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé:
  Six-cylinder in-line petrol engine, 48V mild hybrid technology (8 kW/11 hp), eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
  Capacity: 2,998 cc, output: 275 kW/374 hp at 5,500 – 6,500 rpm.
  Max. torque: 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) at 1,900 – 5,000 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 4.7 seconds.
  Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 8.7 – 8.2 l/100 km (32.5 – 34.5 mpg imp)*.
  CO₂ emissions, combined in WLTP cycle: 199 – 186 g/km*.
  Exhaust emissions standard: Euro 6e, CO₂ class(es): G.
  
  BMW 420d Gran Coupé [BMW 420d xDrive Gran Coupé]:
  Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine, 48V mild hybrid technology (8 kW/11 hp), eight-speed Steptronic transmission [BMW xDrive].
  Capacity: 1,995 cc, output: 140 kW/190 hp at 4,000 rpm.
  Max. torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 7.3 seconds [7.6 seconds].
  Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 5.5 – 4.9 l/100 km (51.4 – 57.7 mpg imp) [5.9 – 5.2 l/100 km (47.9 – 54.3 mpg imp)]*.
  CO₂ emissions, combined in WLTP cycle: 146 – 130 g/km
  [156 – 138 g/km]*.
  Exhaust emissions standard: Euro 6e, CO₂ class(es): E – D [F – E].
  
  BMW 430d xDrive Gran Coupé:
  Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine, 48V mild hybrid technology (8 kW/11 hp), eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
  Capacity: 2,993 cc, output: 210 kW/286 hp at 4,000 rpm.
  Max. torque: 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) at 1,500 – 2,500 rpm.
  Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph): 5.3 seconds.
  Fuel consumption, combined in WLTP cycle: 6.3 – 5.7 l/100 km (44.8 – 49.6 mpg imp)*.
  CO₂ emissions, combined in WLTP cycle: 166 – 150 g/km*.
  Exhaust emissions standard: Euro 6e, CO₂ class(es): F – E.

Singapore. BMW Group Asia first began its electromobility journey back in 2014 with the groundbreaking BMW i3 and BMW i8. Today, nine years and five generations of BMW eDrive technology later, the company broadens its portfolio of fully electric vehicles (EVs) with the new BMW i4 eDrive35.

“The BMW i4 brings electrification to the heart of the BMW brand,” said Mr. Lars Nielsen, Managing Director, BMW Group Asia. “It is the perfect companion for those who value practicality, performance, and poise, all in one sustainable package. Electromobility is gaining traction in Singapore as the charging infrastructure develops and OEMs, such as BMW, continue to offer more EV options. We strongly encourage customers who are considering an EV to get behind the wheel – whether it be the BMW i4, i7 or iX3, once you’ve experienced the true essence of what a fully electric BMW stands for, there is no turning back.”

The new BMW i4 eDrive35 expands the BMW i4 family that currently consists of the highly successful BMW i4 M50 (best-selling BMW M vehicle globally in 2022) and BMW i4 eDrive40. The new BMW i4 eDrive35 comes with all the latest technology – from the efficient electric powertrain found in models such as the BMW iX and its BMW i4 siblings, to the BMW Curved Display with Operating System 8.

The new BMW i4 eDrive35 is produced at the BMW Group Munich plant and with this new model, the share of fully electric cars will reach 50% of the total production volume there in 2023. Including the new BMW i4 eDrive35, the BMW Group portfolio of fully electric cars covers six model lines with 10 powertrain derivatives in total. The BMW Group is aiming for fully electric vehicles to account for 50% of its global sales by 2030.

BMW Group Asia offerings in Singapore.

Today, there are a total of six fully electric models in four different body styles that cater to all lifestyles:

• Gran Coupé: BMW i4, BMW i4 M50
• Sedan: BMW i7
• Sports Activity Vehicle: BMW iX3, BMW iX
• 3-Door Hatch: MINI Electric

This is just the beginning of the company’s electric model offensive. With the upcoming BMW i5 sedan, keen drivers will be treated to a car that is more dynamic and comfortable than ever. It also boasts a fresh interpretation of its signature elegantly sporting design, BMW Operating System 8.5 with BMW Curved Display, and a suite of innovative digital services.

Latest sales figures.

According to the Land Transport Authority (LTA) figures for the first four months of 2023, BMW Group Asia sold a total of 204 fully electric vehicles (top in the premium segment and #2 among all brands), accounting for just over 20% of total BMW and MINI EV sales to date in Singapore. This achievement further strengthens the company’s position as a pioneer and leader in the electromobility space and delivers an encouraging indicator of EV buyers’ preference for BMWs and MINIs in Singapore.

Charging in Singapore.

There are currently more than 3,600 EV charging points island wide with plans already in motion to further grow this figure. Singapore aims to deploy 12,000 and 60,000 charging points by 2025 and 2030 respectively. Of these 60,000 charging points, 40,000 will be in public carparks and the other 20,000 in private premises.

To make electromobility simple and straightforward for customers, BMW Group Asia has been collaborating with Greenlots, a member of the Shell Group, since 2014, to provide home and public charging options for customers in Singapore. 

Today, BMW Group Asia continues this partnership by offering BMW i and MINI Electric customers either a comprehensive home or public charging package under the Shell Recharge banner.

• For home charging, customers will receive a wall-mounted AC charger with complimentary installation service.
• For public charging, customers will receive a subscription package of 10,000 kWh over 3 years at Shell Recharge stations with no monthly cap for charging. This is equivalent to 50,000 km of driving range (assuming average energy consumption at 20kWh/100km).

The wall-mounted AC charger provides a fast way to charge their vehicle at a rate of up to 11kW. Once the vehicle is plugged in, charging begins and will end automatically when the battery is fully charged or has reached the pre-determined level. In addition, BMW i and MINI Electric models are compatible with all Type 2 public charging stations that are widely available across the island.

BMW Charging and MINI Charging give drivers access to one of the largest networks of public charging stations located in various office buildings, shopping malls, hotels and industrial parks in Singapore. Activation of and payment for the chargers can be done through an RFID card or the Shell Recharge smartphone app.

Regional footprint.

BMW currently offers electrified vehicles in 80% of the ASEAN region. These markets include Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The new BMW i4 eDrive35 is now available for viewing at all authorised BMW dealers in Singapore.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The new BMW i4 eDrive35 price.
2. The new BMW i4 eDrive35 specifications.

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1. The new BMW i4 eDrive35 price.

2. The new BMW i4 eDrive35 specifications.

Vehicle Category

Drive Type / Body Style: Battery electric vehicle (BEV) / Gran Coupé

Power Unit

Drive concept: Electric drive, transmission of the electric motor’s drive torque to the rear wheels.

Max system output: 210 kW / 286 hp at 6,000 rpm.

Max system torque: 400 Nm at 0 – 4,500 rpm.

Type of transmission: Automatic transmission, single-speed with fixed ratio.

Electric Motor

Motor technology: Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology: electrically excited synchronous motor, power electronics and single-speed transmission sharing the same housing, generator function for recuperating energy.

High-voltage Battery

Storage technology: Lithium-ion.

Installation: Underfloor.

Voltage: 353.0 V.

Battery capacity: 199.0 Ah.

Performance
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.0 seconds.
Top speed (electronically limited): 190 km/h.

Electric Power Consumption / Range

Electric power consumption: 19.3 kWh/100km.

Range (WLTP): Up to 483 km.

Singapore. 50th anniversary of BMW M celebrations in Singapore are now in full swing with the launch of the first-ever BMW i4 M50 at the BMW Experience Days 2022.  This invite-only event by BMW Asia, Performance Motors Limited, and Performance Munich Autos will be held from 15-17 July 2022 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, allowing BMW aficionados to put the latest BMW and BMW M models to the test on a series of circuits and enjoy a showcase of past and present BMW models. More than 500 attendees are expected over the course of three high-octane fun-filled days.

“The phrase ’sheer driving pleasure’ has never stood truer. It’s extremely exciting to see the BMW community in Singapore come together to celebrate the best way we know how – by putting pedal to the metal!” said Mr. Lars Nielsen, Managing Director of BMW Asia. “This is also the perfect time to present the first electrified high-performance model in the history of BMW M GmbH, the BMW i4 M50, in Singapore.

"Deliveries of the first units of the BMW i4 M50 will happen this month, following the successful launch of the BMW i4 eDrive40 earlier this year. The BMW i4 is a true success story for the brand and I can’t wait to see them on the roads!” he continued.

“The BMW Experience Days is our first driving experience in Singapore since the pandemic and promises to deliver BMW fans exhilarating experiences,” said Mr. Arnt Bayer, Managing Director of Performance Motors Limited and Performance Munich Autos. “We’re also excited to showcase a selection of BMW M classics, the latest BMW M models, as well as the BMW M 50 Jahre Singapore-exclusive editions to celebrate the 50^th anniversary of BMW M.”

The first-ever BMW i4 M50 now in Singapore.

The BMW i4 M50 brings the classic M formula of agility, dynamism, and precision to the world of electric mobility. This performance model from BMW M GmbH uses two electric motors – one each at the front and rear axles – to deliver a system output of 400 kW/544 hp and high-intensity driving pleasure. Built at BMW Group Plant Munich, the BMW i4 M50 offers purely electric drive combined with the sporting elegance and wide-ranging functionality of a gran coupé – its supreme everyday usability and long-distance capabilities are thanks to its five seats, large wide-opening tailgate, and versatile luggage compartment offering 470-1,290 litres of load space.

The BMW i4 M50 features a bespoke adaptive M suspension with individually configured springs and dampers in the front and air suspension at the rear, specially designed anti-roll bars, and an additional spring strut tower brace in the front end, along with variable sport steering, M Sport brakes, and 19” M light-alloy wheels. The gran coupé offers highly impressive driveability in all scenarios – from full-blooded acceleration through high-speed cornering to relaxed cruising. Precisely controllable response to sudden movements of the accelerator and steering wheel reinforce the driver’s trust in the handling agility of the BMW i4 M50.

Its fully electric all-wheel-drive system (with rear-wheel bias) reacts with exceptional sensitivity to the speed of the wheels at each axle, helping achieve outstanding levels of traction, directional stability, and agility. If necessary, the system can adjust the drive torque accordingly, without the traction control system even having to intervene. Dynamism and comfort are both raised another notch by the variable sport steering that is fitted as standard in the BMW i4 M50. It combines the Servotronic function with a variable rack ratio that also adjusts the angle the steering has to be turned to as a function of vehicle speed. This makes the car more nimble when parking, manoeuvring, and taking turns.

The BMW i4 M50 also features a specially designed boost function to bring the car’s high-performance pedigree even more to the fore. The Sport Boost function is available whenever SPORT mode is engaged, and increases the system’s combined drive power by 50 kW/68 hp to its maximum of 400 kW/544 hp for over ten seconds. At the same time, combined torque is upped by 65 Nm to 795 Nm. The electrifying burst of speed is accompanied by a dramatic M-specific soundtrack that further intensifies the performance experience inside the BMW i4 M50. A Launch Control function is also available for accelerating from a standing start with optimum traction. The BMW i4 M50 has an electronically governed top speed of 225 km/h.

In the same vein as the BMW i4 eDrive40, the BMW i4 M50 shares the same fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology and offers a highly integrated electric drive system. The electric motors are free from rare-earth materials as it does not require the use of fixed permanent magnets. In addition, adaptive recuperation gives a boost to efficiency and range – intelligently connected drive management allows the intensity of the brake energy recuperation to be adapted to the driving situation at hand, as detected by data from the navigation system and the sensors used by the driver assistance systems. Maximum recuperation power is 195 kW in the BMW i4 M50 (116 kW in the BMW i4 eDrive40).

On the charging front, the BMW i4 M50 features a high-voltage battery with the fifth-generation battery cell technology, giving a gross energy content of 83.9 kWh (net energy content: 80.7 kWh). The Combined Charging Unit (CCU) allows for DC charging at rates of up to 205 kW, and AC charging up to 11 kW. The battery management system has been designed to give the best balance between fast charging and preserving longevity of the battery, with a control methodology specially developed to significantly reduce cell aging in every state of the high-voltage battery.

The BMW i4 M50 is additionally available as a 50 Jahre special edition exclusive to Singapore. This model sports the BMW Motorsport signet, as well as specially curated BMW M Performance parts.  Highlights include:

• Exterior paintwork in Frozen Portimao Blue
• BMW M Carbon Exterior package with front end side air intake trim, exterior mirror caps, rear apron side trim elements and a rear spoiler in ultra-lightweight, high-tech carbon fibre
• Glass slide/tilt sunroof with electric drive system and electrically powered interior blind
• BMW M interior trim finishers in carbon fibre
• 20” BMW Individual bi-colour aerodynamic wheels in style 862 with mixed tyres

The first-ever BMW i4 M50 will be available for viewing at the Performance Munich Autos showroom from Monday, 18 July 2022.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The first-ever BMW i4 M50 price.
2. The first-ever BMW i4 M50 specifications.

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1. The first-ever BMW i4 M50 price.

1. The first-ever BMW i4 M50 specifications.

Vehicle Category

Drive Type / Body Style: Battery electric vehicle (BEV) / Gran Coupé

Power Unit

Drive concept: Electric drive, coordinated on-demand transmission of the drive torque from two electric motors to front and rear wheels.

Max system output: 400 kW / 544 hp at 8,000 – 17,000 rpm.

Max system torque: 795 Nm at 0 – 5,000 rpm.

Type of transmission: Automatic transmission, single-speed with fixed ratio.

Motor technology:Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology: electrically excited synchronous motors each sharing the same housing with the power electronics and single-speed transmission, generator function for recuperating energy.

Max recuperation output: 195 kW.

High-voltage Battery

Storage technology: Lithium-ion.

Installation: Underfloor.

Voltage: 398.5 V.

Battery capacity: 210.6 Ah.

Net energy capacity: 80.7 kWh.

Performance
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 3.9 seconds.
Top speed (electronically limited): 225 km/h.

Electric Power Consumption / Range

Electric power consumption: 23.1 kWh/100km.

Range (WLTP): Up to 521 km.

Singapore. BMW Asia and Performance Motors Limited today announced the availability of the first-ever BMW i4, a four-door gran coupé that combines spaciousness and practicality with the sporting ability for which BMW is renowned. With a range that guarantees long journeys in comfort, BMW brings locally emission-free driving pleasure to the midsize segment for the first time.

“The BMW i4 is finally here to satisfy the growing appetite for more environmentally friendly vehicles in Singapore,” said Lars Nielsen, Managing Director, BMW Group Asia. “Based on a recent survey we conducted in Singapore, 87% of drivers believe owning electric vehicles (EVs) will contribute to a more desirable and environmentally conscious world by reducing carbon emissions. We completely agree and are on track to make this happen with the i4.

With 22% of the respondents expressing interest in purchasing an EV themselves, I am confident our first all-electric gran coupé will quench their thirst as they look to go green.”

The launch of the first-ever BMW i4 brings electric mobility to the heart of the BMW brand. A premium character beyond that of market rivals is reflected in the high level of development of its drive system and chassis technology, its elegant design, uncompromising standards when it comes to quality of materials and workmanship and the wide variety of individualisation options available. Added to which, the new generation of the BMW iDrive control/operation system and cutting-edge innovations in the area of automated driving and parking systems further enhance the emotional richness of the driving experience.

The first-ever BMW i4 is the BMW brand's first purely electric model focused squarely on driving dynamics from the outset. One model variant will be available from launch. The first-ever BMW i4 eDrive40 combines a 250 kW/340 hp electric motor with classical rear-wheel drive. Its maximum range as per the WLTP cycle is 590 kilometres.

Flexible vehicle architecture, higher level of overall coherence.

In line with the BMW Group's ongoing second phase of transformation towards electric mobility, the development of the first-ever BMW i4 was based on a flexible vehicle architecture devised – from the outset, for the first time – for an all-electric drive system. The compact drive units have an elastic bearing in their respective axle subframes. The extremely slim high-voltage battery has a cell height of just 110 millimetres, is positioned low down in the vehicle floor and has a fixed connection with an aluminium shear panel and the front axle subframe. A centre of gravity up to 53 millimetres lower than that of the BMW 3 Series Sedan, even weight distribution, a torsionally stiff and weight-minimised body and optimised aerodynamics (Cd: 0.24), plus a long wheelbase and wide tracks, provide the perfect recipe for BMW's familiar sporting ability and superb long-distance comfort.

Added to which, the vehicle concept offers a very BMW solution to the traditional clash between sportiness and long-distance ability: Efficient drive system technology and intelligent lightweight design enable smile­inducing dynamics and a long range without the need for disproportionately large and heavy batteries.

The integrated application of all powertrain and chassis components also helps give the first-ever BMW i4 a degree of design coherence its rivals cannot match. The BMW Group's technological expertise and long experience in the development of extremely sporty premium cars imbue the first-ever BMW i4 with dynamic driving abilities extending far beyond the rapid straight-line acceleration typical of a powerful electric car. The result is effortless progress, even in challenging driving conditions, as well as precisely controllable handling.

Model-specific chassis technology and electric all-wheel drive deliver dynamic thrills.

The standard chassis technology of the first-ever BMW i4 comprises a double­joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle with bespoke tuning, lift-related dampers, electromechanical Servotronic steering, an integrated braking system and rear air suspension. Near-actuator wheel slip limitation optimises traction and directional stability in all road and weather conditions. This extremely fast-acting and precise system is fitted as standard on the first-ever BMW i4.

Highly integrated and efficient drive system technology.

The fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology in the first-ever BMW i4 comprises drive units which bring together the electric motor, power electronics and transmission within a single housing. This highly integrated electric drive system topology gives a power density of up to 2.14 kW/kg and an exceptionally high efficiency factor.

The motors work according to the principle of an electrically excited synchronous motor. The excitation of the rotor in the first-ever BMW i4 motors is not induced by fixed permanent magnets, but the precisely controlled feed-in of electric energy. The performance characteristics of the motors are defined by their considerable torque – on tap from pull-away and sustained over an extremely wide rev band. The drive system in the first-ever BMW i4 eDrive40 generates peak torque of 430 Nm, giving it a 0 – 100 km/h time of 5.7 seconds.

The sporty driving experience is accompanied by a model-specific drive sound delivering authentic feedback to movements of the accelerator. The standard BMW lconicSounds Electric enables integration of new sound variants created as part of a collaboration with film music composer Hans Zimmer.

Adaptive and individually adjustable recuperation.

Adaptive recuperation gives the efficiency and range of the first-ever BMW i4 an additional boost. Intelligently connected drive management means the intensity of the brake energy recuperation can be adapted to the road situation, as detected by data from the navigation system and the sensors used by the driver assistance systems. For example, when approaching a junction, recuperation power can be increased and energy fed into the high-voltage battery while harnessing the deceleration effect. On the open road, meanwhile, the coasting function can cut in resulting in the first-ever BMW i4 "freewheeling" with no drive power whenever the driver eases off the accelerator.

Alternatively, in driving position D, a high, medium or low Brake Energy Regeneration setting for all driving situations can be selected in the BMW iDrive menu. In driving position B, a high level of recuperation is activated automatically, generating the distinctive one-pedal feeling. Maximum recuperation power is 116 kW in the first-ever BMW i4 eDrive40.

High-voltage battery with the latest battery cell technology.

Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology also comprises a high-voltage battery with the latest battery cell technology. The gravimetric energy density of the lithium-ion battery has been increased by around 20 per cent once more in comparison with the battery in the current BMW i3. The gross energy content of the high-voltage battery is 83.9 kWh (net energy content: 80.7 kWh).

An integrated heating and cooling system for the interior, the high­voltage battery and the drive system – which operates using an exceptionally efficient heat pump function – comes as standard in the first-ever BMW i4. Anticipatory thermal management allows the operating temperature of the high-voltage battery to be optimised ahead of a stop at a fast-charging station, paving the way for rapid and efficient charging.

The Combined Charging Unit (CCU) of the first-ever BMW i4 has been designed to enable extremely flexible battery charging. DC charging is possible at up to 205 kW. For example, in a short mid-journey stop at a high-power charging station, the car's range can be increased by as much as 164 kilometres within 10 minutes from a 10 per cent charge level.

In Singapore, BMW Group Asia is partnering with Shell to offer BMW i4 customers either a comprehensive home or public charging package. For home charging, customers will receive a wall-mounted AC charger with complimentary installation service. For public charging, customers will receive a subscription package of 10,000 kWh for 3 years at Shell Recharge stations with no monthly cap for charging, which is equivalent to 50,000 km of driving range (assuming average energy consumption at 20kWh/100km).

Combining BMW i design and reliability in the convenience of the customer’s home, the wall-mounted AC charger provides a fast way to charge their vehicle at a rate of up to 11kW. Once the vehicle is plugged in, charging begins and will end automatically when the battery is fully charged or has reached the pre-determined level. In addition, the first-ever BMW i4 is compatible with all Type 2 public charging stations that are widely available across the island.

BMW Charging, a mobility service of BMW i, gives drivers access to one of the largest networks of public charging stations located in various office buildings, shopping malls, hotels and industrial parks in Singapore by using an RFID card and the Shell Recharge app that are already enabled for Shell Recharge stations. Payment of the electric current used is made via the Shell Recharge app.

Design: the visual expression of dynamism, elegance and sustainability.

The first-ever BMW i4 blends the customary sporting elegance of the brand's coupes with the comfort of a four-door model and an injection of modern functionality. The stretched proportions and clear use of forms in its body design send out a message of exclusivity and the dynamic flair for which BMW is renowned. And accents in BMW i Blue for the largely blanked-off kidney grille, the battery technology in the floor area of the car and the sporty diffuser elements – which optimise the car's aerodynamics – highlight their sustainability-friendly credentials.

Short overhangs, slim pillars, doors with frameless windows and a roofline that flows smoothly into the rear underscore a silhouette that very much fits the BMW coupe mould. Slim headlights, available as an option with BMW Laserlight, and the striking BMW kidney grille with its discreetly integrated camera, ultrasonic and radar sensors are the defining features of the front end. The first-ever BMW i4 eDrive40 in M Sport specification (optional) employs its own distinctive design features to underscore its performance-focused character. An M Carbon exterior package can be ordered as an option, while model­specific M Performance Parts are included in the Genuine BMW Accessory range.

The interior brings a driver-focused cockpit and ambience of premium luxury together with a generously sized, variable-use space. Acoustic glazing and pre-conditioning come as standard, as do sport seats and a sports steering wheel. The transmission selector lever, BMW Controller and function keys are positioned on a control panel in the centre console that exudes modern design. The large tailgate has an automatic opening and closing mechanism as standard. Load compartment capacity is 470 – 1,290 litres.

The first-ever BMW i4 offers class-leading individualisation options which accentuate its premium character. Seat ventilation, Vernasca leather (standard) and BMW Individual leather trim variants, Sensatec and leather coverings for the instrument panel, a glass slide/tilt sunroof, ambient lighting (standard) and the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System all play their part in enhancing driving pleasure and comfort.

Premiere for a new generation of the BMW iDrive control/operation system.

The new generation of the iDrive display and control/operation system fitted for the first time in the first-ever BMW i4 extends the interaction between driver and vehicle into natural dialogue. It is based on the new BMW Operating System 8 and has been designed with a clear focus on the touchscreen functionality of the BMW Curved Display and spoken communication with the extensively upgraded BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The BMW Curved Display fully digital screen grouping brings together a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display behind a glass surface angled towards the driver. The digital Intelligent Personal Assistant has gained additional skills and uses a new graphic to communicate with the vehicle's occupants.

The three-zone automatic climate control system fitted as standard in the first-ever BMW i4 uses nanofibre filter technology to purify the air inside the car and is now controlled via a touchscreen display. Temperature is adjusted using the intelligently coordinated activation of airflow. Remote Software Upgrades keep the car's software up to date.

Wide variety of driver assistance systems.

Some 40 assistance functions are fitted as standard or available as options to provide safe and comfortable driving and parking. Highlights include Active Cruise Control with automatic Speed Limit Assist, route monitoring and the Steering and Lane Control Assistant.

Front-collision warning, Speed Limit Info, Lane Departure Warning, Park Distance Control and the Reversing Assist Camera and Parking Assistant with Reversing Assistant are fitted as standard. Parking Assistant Plus including Surround View and Remote 3D View is available as an option.

Flexible manufacturing at BMW Group Plant Munich, vehicle and battery cell production using 100 per cent green energy, controlled procurement of raw materials.

The first-ever BMW i4 is produced as part of a flexible manufacturing set-up at BMW Group Plant Munich on an assembly line shared with models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid drive systems. 100 per cent green energy is used for both vehicle production and the manufacture of battery cells.

The BMW Group procures the cobalt and lithium required for these high­voltage batteries from controlled sources and then delivers it to the battery cell suppliers. The design principle for the electric motors allows the use of rare earth metals to be avoided in the drive system rotors. A high proportion of secondary raw materials and recycled materials helps to reduce the quantities of resources used in production of the first-ever BMW i4.

The first-ever BMW i4 is now available for viewing at the Performance Motors Limited showroom.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The first-ever BMW i4 price.
2. The first-ever BMW i4 specifications.

For more insights into EV perceptions among ASEAN drivers, please refer to this white paper commissioned by the BMW Group in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand: https://bit.ly/PerceptionsofEVs_ASEAN

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1. The first-ever BMW i4 price.

2. The first-ever BMW i4 specifications.

Vehicle Category

Drive Type / Body Style: Battery electric vehicle (BEV) / Gran Coupé

Power Unit

Drive concept: Electric drive, transmission of the electric motor’s drive torque to the rear wheels.

Max system output: 250 kW / 340 hp at 8,000 – 17,000 rpm.

Max system torque: 430 Nm at 0 – 5,000 rpm.

Type of transmission: Automatic transmission, single-speed with fixed ratio.

Electric Motor

Motor technology: Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology: electrically excited synchronous motor, power electronics and single-speed transmission sharing the same housing, generator function for recuperating energy.

High-voltage Battery

Storage technology: Lithium-ion.

Installation: Underfloor.

Voltage: 398.5 V.

Battery capacity: 210.6 Ah.

Performance
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 5.7 seconds.
Top speed (electronically limited): 190 km/h.

Electric Power Consumption / Range

Electric power consumption: 19.7 kWh/100km.

Range (WLTP): 493 – 590 km.

Singapore. BMW Asia, Performance Motors Limited and Performance Munich Autos today announced the availability of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. With the original BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé having enjoyed significant success, a second-generation model is now being added to the latest 4 Series range. The all-new four-door coupé captures the imagination with its noticeably enhanced driving dynamics, a sharper design following the BMW brand’s new design language, a refined premium feel for its interior and a host of innovations in the areas of operation and connectivity. In addition to the driving pleasure and sporting elegance for which BMW is renowned, modern functionality is central to this gran coupé concept for the premium midsize segment. Comfortable access to the rear compartment, five full-size seats, a large tailgate and a variable-usage load compartment ensure the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé retains its model-specific skillset in everyday driving and on longer trips.

The performance version of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé courtesy of BMW M GmbH is available from the car’s Singapore launch alongside two other model variants. All are built under a flexible manufacturing process at BMW Group Plant Munich on the same line as the all-electric BMW i4 and the BMW 3 Series Sedan and BMW 3 Series Touring models.

Distinctive proportions, highly versatile interior.

The standalone character of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is clearly expressed in its exterior design. Measuring 4,783 millimetres in exterior length, 1,852 millimetres in width and 1,442 millimetres in height, it has distinctive proportions combined with dynamically stretched coupé lines. It is 143 millimetres longer, 27 millimetres wider and 53 millimetres taller than its predecessor, while the track widths have also grown – to 1,595 millimetres at the front (+50 mm) and 1,623 millimetres at the rear (+29 mm). The wheelbase of 2,856 millimetres is 46 millimetres longer than the predecessor’s and 5 millimetres more than the figure for the 3 Series Sedan.

The model-specific body concept results in a versatile interior offering generous amounts of space in the rear. The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé offers 470 litres of boot space, the primary capacity in the directly viewable area of the boot having grown by 39 litres. Load capacity can be expanded to a maximum of 1,290 litres by folding down the sections of the rear backrest, with its standard 40 : 20 : 40 split.

Expressive front end, elegant silhouette, powerful rear.

Bold lines and surfaces with a three-dimensional structure are the defining elements of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé’s expressive front end. Dropping deep down at its centre is the large and vertically prominent BMW kidney grille that transmits a feeling of assured presence. The slim full-LED headlights come with U-shaped fibre-optic light guides for the daytime driving lights. There is also the option of Adaptive LED Headlights with BMW Laserlight including BMW Selective Beam non-dazzling high beam assistant.

Precise lines, doors with frameless windows and flush-fitting handles, and powerful shoulders shape the elegantly sporty silhouette of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, while the roofline culminates in a pronounced spoiler lip on the tailgate. Horizontal lines are the dominant influence at the rear end. And the low-slung, muscular stature of the car is also accentuated by a rear apron with vertical aero lips at its outer edges and a black finish for its lower edge. The stylishly darkened full-LED rear lights extend well into the flanks.

Bespoke design features add dynamic flourishes to M Sport cars and the BMW M model. An M Carbon exterior package can be specified as an option, and model-specific M Performance Parts are available as part of the Genuine BMW Accessory range.

Interior: driving pleasure and spaciousness amid a premium ambience.

Inside the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, the high centre console and flowing surface structure running from the instrument panel into the door panels generate a cocooning feel in the front seats. The Start/Stop button for the engine is positioned in a classily designed control panel in the centre console, which also houses the BMW Controller and the buttons for the Driving Experience Control unit and electromechanical parking brake alongside the model-specific gearshift lever. The rear seat bench with folding head restraints allows three child seats to be fitted.

M Sport seats and an M Leather steering wheel come as standard on the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro. The list of optional equipment provides extensive scope for individualisation. Driving pleasure and comfort can be enhanced with features such as seat ventilation, Vernasca (optional on the all-new BMW 420i Gran Coupé) and BMW Individual leather trim options, Sensatec or leather coverings for the instrument panel, a large glass slide/tilt sunroof (standard on the BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro) and the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (standard on the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro).

State-of-the-art four- and six-cylinder engines and 48V mild hybrid technology provide clear boost for dynamism and efficiency.

The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé underscores its vividly enhanced sporting credentials with a performance model at the top of the range. The all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé is powered by a 275 kW/374 hp six-cylinder in-line petrol engine. The all-new BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro gives a debut to a new four-cylinder petrol engine which develops 180 kW/245 hp and has an exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head to further reduce emission levels. The four-cylinder petrol engine in the all-new BMW 420i Gran Coupé produces maximum output of 135 kW/184 hp.

In the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé, mild hybrid technology further increases dynamism and efficiency. The 48V starter-generator puts an extra 8 kW/11 hp on tap when accelerating off the line or putting in a quick burst of speed. An additional battery helps to further expand the scope for regenerating and storing brake energy.

The standard eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission complements its sharper shift dynamics and shift paddles on the steering wheel with a Sprint function (standard on the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro). This prompts the powertrain and shift characteristics to maximise dynamic performance when putting in a sudden burst of speed or overtaking.

High body rigidity, optimised aerodynamic attributes.

The sporting characteristics of the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé are also well served by a low centre of gravity and almost 50 : 50 weight distribution. An intelligent material mix has been employed to optimise the weight of both the body and chassis technology. And the bespoke body struts at the front end and in the rear axle area can also take credit for the car’s superb handling agility and precision.

An active air flap control system comprising flaps at the top and bottom, plus air curtains and an almost completely sealed underbody optimise the car’s aerodynamics. The drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.26 measured for the all-new BMW 420i Gran Coupé, for example, represents a reduction of 0.02 over its predecessor.

Sophisticated chassis technology with model-specific tuning.

Model-specific geometry, mounting and tuning for the sophisticated chassis technology in the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé imbue it with exceptional dynamic assurance. The two-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle have likewise been engineered to reduce weight while increasing rigidity. Standard-fitted lift-related dampers enhance both sports performance and ride comfort. Depending on the spring travel, these provide extra damping to control body movement when driving over large bumps, as well as preventing excessive dive. The system reacts to minor imperfections in the road surface with low damping forces that produce high levels of comfort.

The lift-related dampers are particularly firm in nature on the all-new BMW 420i Gran Coupé with the standard M Sport suspension specified. The adaptive M suspension (standard on the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro) combines the characteristics of M Sport suspension with electronically controlled dampers, and therefore offers the widest possible range of driving experiences on the sporty-to-comfortable spectrum. Variable sport steering is included with both suspension variants. Also available as an option are M Sport brakes (standard on the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro).

The all-new BMW 420i Gran Coupé comes as standard with 18-inch M light-alloy wheels. Standard specification for the all-new BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé and BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro includes 19-inch M light-alloy wheels and an M Sport differential (optional on the all-new BMW 430i Gran Coupé M Sport Pro) with electronically controlled, fully variable locking function in the rear differential.

Wide array of driver assistance systems.

Some 40 assistance functions designed to enable comfortable and safe driving and parking are available as standard or options for the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. Highlights include Active Cruise Control with automatic Speed Limit Assist, route monitoring, plus Steering and Lane Control Assistant.

Standard specification comprises front collision warning, Speed Limit Info, Lane Departure Warning, Park Distance Control, the Reversing Assist Camera and Parking Assistant with Reversing Assistant. Parking Assistant Plus with Surround View and Remote 3D View can also be ordered as an option.

Advanced connectivity and new digital services.

The driver and passengers in the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé benefit from the extended possibilities provided by BMW Operating System 7 as standard. Customers can take their pick of control interface for the situation at hand: control display touchscreen, familiar BMW Controller, multifunction buttons on the steering wheel, voice control or optional BMW gesture control. There is also access to a range of highly advanced digital services, including the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Digital Key and Remote Software Upgrades.

The standard-fitted BMW Live Cockpit Professional features a fully digital screen grouping including a high-resolution instrument cluster with a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches behind the steering wheel and a 10.25-inch control display.

With smartphone integration fitted as standard, customers can use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via the car’s operating system. And the Remote Software Upgrades function allows improved vehicle functions and additional digital services to be imported into the car over the air.

The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is now available for viewing at the Performance Motors Limited and Performance Munich Autos showrooms.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé prices.
2. The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé specifications.

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1. The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé prices.

2. The all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé specifications.

BMW 420i Gran Coupé

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 7.9 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 7.4 l/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 170 g/km.

BMW 430i Gran Coupé

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 245 hp at 4,500 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 400 Nm at 1,600 – 4,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.2 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 177 g/km.

BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupé

Six-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.
Capacity: 2,998 cc.
Output: 374 hp at 5,500 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 500 Nm at 1,900 – 5,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 4.7 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 8.6 l/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 197 g/km.

BMW-certified EV service technicians are also on hand to give customers the peace of mind that their EVs are in good hands. Each technician is required to undergo up to seven levels of specialised training to proficiently perform work on live components of an EV. Performance Motors Limited has the largest team of certified High-Voltage Technicians and High-Voltage Experts in the BMW Group Asia region.

Finally, BMW Group Asia is proud to be working with TES, who recently opened Southeast Asia’s First Battery Recycling Facility, to ensure EV batteries are recycled at end-of-life.

“TES has been working with BMW Group Asia since 2019, to ensure that batteries from their electrified vehicles are properly transported and processed,” added Thomas Holberg, Global Vice President, TES Sustainable Battery Solutions. “Our proprietary lithium-ion battery recycling process extracts the precious metals found within these batteries, creating a closed loop solution and allowing them to re-enter the manufacturing supply chain.” 

Mr. Fernando Ferrer, Customer Support Director, BMW Group Asia commented, “It is not enough to simply offer electrified vehicles in the market. As an organisation committed to environmental sustainability, it is important to focus not only on providing the most efficient battery cell, but also on its entire value chain. Our partnership with TES is critical to our overall electrified offering in Singapore and further demonstrates our holistic approach to safeguarding the earth for future generations.”

7 facts to celebrate 7 years of electrification in Singapore.

• BMW Group Asia was one of the first automotive companies to launch a fully electric vehicle in Singapore in 2014 (BMW i3).
• Eight electrified models are available across BMW and MINI as of August 2021.[i]
• 11 electrified vehicles will be available across BMW and MINI by December 2022.
• Sales of electrified BMW vehicles increased by more than 120% from January – July 2021 compared with the same period in 2020.  
• In comparison with its combustion engine counterpart (BMW X3), owning the BMW iX3 will result in savings of almost S$7,500 over 5 years of ownership.[ii]
• The BMW iX xDrive40 (launching in Q4) will have a range of up to 425km, allowing you travel around Singapore 3 times!
• The BMW i4 M50 will be the first purely electric BMW M car with a power output of 544 hp and the ability to go from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds.

The BMW Group currently offers electrified vehicles in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. As part of ongoing efforts to further expand its electrification footprint in the region, BMW Group Asia plans to launch electrified vehicles in Brunei, Cambodia and the Philippines in 2022. To further support the growth potential in ASEAN, BMW Group Thailand launched a high-voltage battery production plant, in partnership with the DRÄXLMAIER Group, in Thailand in 2019.

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Munich. At today’s BMW Group Annual Conference the upcoming BMW i4 was revealed. “With its sporty looks, best in class driving dynamics and zero local emissions, the BMW i4 is a true BMW. It makes the heart of the BMW brand now beat fully electric,” said Pieter Nota, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for Customer, Brands, Sales.

The BMW i4 is a fully electric 4 door Gran Coupé and will enter the market during the course of 2021, including a BMW M Performance model. Its refined balance of BMW typical sportiness, comfort and sustainable performance are unique in its segment.

The BMW i4 model line will be available in different versions covering ranges of up to 590km (WLTP) and up to 300 miles* (EPA). With a power output of up to 390kW / 530HP the BMW i4 can accelerate from zero to 100km/h in around 4 seconds.

First pictures, sketches, footage and video can be found attached to this media information.

Full details on the BMW i4 will be released over the next weeks.

_{* preliminary manufacturer estimate, not official EPA values.}

Munich. The character of the Concept i4 is not only a product of its design, but also of its visionary sound profile. Hans Zimmer composed the sound of the BMW Concept i4 together with BMW sound designer Renzo Vitale under the brand name BMW IconicSounds Electric. BMW IconicSounds Electric will imbue BMW’s electric models with extra emotional depth by connecting the driver with the vehicle’s character on another level through individual tones and sounds.

“Renzo and I were inspired to bring together the past and future of BMW with the sound for the BMW Concept i4,” explains Zimmer. “We hope the sound we created is classic yet surprising and has a feeling of lightness that is fitting for the BMW brand.” The aural repertoire of the BMW Concept i4 stretches from the driving sounds in the Experience Mode “Core” to the more intense tones of “Sport”. Acoustic accompaniments to a door opening and when starting the car are likewise part of its soundscape.

Sound by Hans Zimmer is the starting signal for electric driving pleasure.

Hans Zimmer and Renzo Vitale presented the new start/stop sound in Zimmer’s Santa Monica studio back in November 2019. The ready-to-drive sound for all-electric BMW models and BMW plug-in hybrids will be introduced as a standard feature worldwide from July 2020. “The ability to design the sound in our vehicles makes it possible for us to spark positive emotions,” says Vitale. “The new start/stop sound is intended to instil a sense of excitement at the prospect of electric driving when the customer gets into their vehicle and begins the journey.”

BMW IconicSounds Electric.

The silence of electric drive systems is often cited as a major benefit of electric mobility. As the choice of electrified models increases, however, it also means some drivers are missing out on the emotional appeal of sound. Jens Thiemer, Senior Vice President Customer and Brand BMW: “Sound has always played an important role in the emotionalisation of our vehicles. Now we are taking the joy of sheer driving pleasure to a new level and are particularly pleased to be working with Hans Zimmer to create the new sound world of electric mobility at BMW. This collaboration will result in our forward-looking sound offering for electrified vehicles: BMW IconicSounds Electric.”

The BMW Concept i4 drive sound is the second developed for electric BMW vehicles with Hans Zimmer, following the presentation of the electric sound for the BMW Vision M NEXT at the #NEXTGen event in Munich in June 2019. “We have an extraordinary opportunity to turn electric driving in a BMW into a very special experience with the help of great sounds,” Zimmer commented in 2019. “I am relishing the challenge of co-designing the composition for future electric BMWs.”

Note: audio files can be downloaded here.

Munich. The BMW Group is opening a new chapter in its history with the unveiling of a pure-electric Gran Coupe. The BMW Concept i4 takes electric drive to the core of the BMW brand and heralds a new era in Sheer Driving Pleasure. The BMW Concept i4 represents a look ahead to the BMW i4, slated to enter production in 2021. It provides a whole new take on the dynamic excellence for which BMW is renowned and blends a modern, elegantly sporty design with the spaciousness and functionality of a four-door Gran Coupe – all while generating zero local emissions.

“The BMW Concept i4 brings electrification to the core of the BMW brand,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President BMW Group Design. “The design is dynamic, clean and elegant. In short: a perfect BMW that happens to be zero emission.” The drivetrain’s standout numbers include a range of up to 600 km (WLTP), output of up to 530 hp, 0 – 100 km/h (0 – 60 mph) acceleration of approximately 4.0 seconds and a top speed in excess of 200 km/h (124 mph). However, the driving qualities of the BMW Concept i4 cannot be expressed in figures alone. The virtually silent delivery of power creates an entirely new sensation of dynamism.

“The design of the BMW Concept i4 shows fantastic proportions, a powerfully expressive character and, of course, a lot of attention to detail,” adds Domagoj Dukec, Head of BMW Design. “With the BMW Curved Display, we have redefined BMW’s signature driver focus in an extremely elegant way. At the same time, the BMW Concept i4 transports a feeling of sustainable driving pleasure.” As part of the package, the Concept i4 includes several exterior and interior design elements which will make an appearance in both the BMW i4 and other electrically-powered production vehicles.

The exterior – electrifying aesthetics.

The modern, elegant exterior represents a deliberate counterpoint to the dynamic flair of the driving experience. The perfectly resolved Gran Coupe proportions create an authentic, modern and confident appearance. The long wheelbase, fastback roofline and short overhangs form a basic profile brimming with elegance and dynamism. With its four doors, the BMW Concept i4 offers not only a high level of everyday usability and practicality, but also a much larger interior than the car’s modern and dynamic proportions would immediately suggest.

Clear surfaces and aerodynamic details.

Crisp, smooth lines and taut volumes merge into a rich, smoothly contoured sculpture and create a clear surfacing language. The modern exterior paint shade Frozen Light Copper reprises a colour nuance displayed by the BMW Vision iNEXT and showcases the interplay of surfaces to visually stunning effect. Blue elements in the front end, flanks and rear end point to the car’s BMW i origins. They shine a spotlight on the signature BMW i icons and bring the technology below the surface to the fore – for example, the kidneys in their role as an intelligence panel, the mouldings in the side skirts concealing the battery technology, and the diffuser elements in the rear end, which fill the design space vacated by exhaust tailpipes and enhance aerodynamic efficiency.

A host of other aerodynamic measures maximise the car’s electric range. The blanked off kidney grille and clear aero lips provide detail examples of sophisticated airflow engineering at work. Another distinctive area of the car are the wheel rims. These have been designed exclusively for the BMW Concept i4 and blend aerodynamic and lightweight design; smooth – and therefore aerodynamically optimised – surfaces contrast with ultra-low-weight, high-strength spokes. The rims extend the car’s palette of colours and materials, emphasising its luxurious overall character.

The front end – the eye-catching face of a new era.

The front-end treatment of the BMW Concept i4 presents the familiar BMW icons in a new look, lending a visually powerful face to the electric age at BMW. The prominent, closed-off kidney grille provides a tangible connection between the past and future of BMW. The BMW icon also gains new functionality: With no combustion engine to require cooling, the grille now serves primarily as an “intelligence panel” housing various sensors. The grille teases the technology behind the scenes with a special design for this model. The headlights likewise provide a bridge between the past and the future; the classical four-eyed front end is reprised here with a very modern and pared-back interpretation. Two intricate, freestanding LED elements on either side integrate all of the requisite light functions. Clean surfaces and a small number of crisp lines around the grille create a contemporary front-end graphic with considerable visual impact. A BMW i-style blue accent in the grille surround sets the seal on the front-end styling.

Taking the first steps with the new BMW brand identity.

In the course of the BMW Concept i4 presentation BMW is unveiling the brand’s new look for the first time. The new logo for communications also provides the basis for the badge on the BMW Concept i4. Its two-dimensional and transparent design ensures seamless integration and brings the special exterior colour shade Frozen Light Copper to even greater prominence. The concept car not only has the task of looking ahead to the future in terms of aesthetics, technology and innovation, it also explores the design potential within our BMW trademark.

Striking rear end with aerodynamic features.

The rear of the BMW Concept i4 sits low over the road and cuts a broad, horizontally emphasised figure. The surfaces progress across the rear in a smooth and luxuriant movement, and give it a very modern and calm appearance. The long, slim L-shaped rear lights continue the theme. Below the rear lights, the inward-angled surfaces form aerodynamics-enhancing lips and incorporate vertical air outlets. The verticality of the design here emphasises the car’s sporting stance. Further down, the rear apron has a forceful presence and enhances aerodynamic efficiency. Where exhaust tailpipes would once have been found, diffuser elements in BMW i Blue indicate the presence of a pure-electric drive system and reference the design of the BMW i Vision Dynamics.

The interior – innovation meets minimalism.

The interior of the BMW Concept i4 focuses on those times when the driver chooses to pilot the car themselves. To this end, every element in the front of the cabin is trained on the driver. The new BMW Curved Display teams up with the steering wheel to reveal a new take on driver orientation and offers a look ahead to the display in the production versions of the BMW iNEXT and BMW i4. Here, the presentation surfaces of the information display and Control Display merge into a single unit inclined towards the driver. This screen grouping optimises presentation of information and makes the display’s touch operation more intuitive. Advanced display tech with non-reflective glass also removes the need for a shroud to shade the displays and therefore contributes to an extremely uncluttered and airy cockpit.

The BMW Curved Display encompasses a large proportion of the section in front of the driver and above the centre stack, and gives the front area a very modern appearance. Its slim, borderless form exudes quality and sophistication. Almost all operating functions are integrated into the display as part of an overall approach centred on reducing the number of haptic controls to the minimum. Even the climate control system now works by touch control.

Focus on the essential.

The front section of the interior around the BMW Curved Display also majors on pared-back design. The understated use of different materials and the fundamental arrangement of controls creates a modern yet also luxurious ambience. With this in mind, elements such as air outlets are integrated almost invisibly into the overall geometry and concealed behind strong patterns.

Accent strips in warm Gold Bronze blending to chrome lend the interior a high-class touch. The central control panel replaces a traditional gear lever with a toggle-type shifter. Elements such as the iDrive Controller and seat memory buttons in the doors are finished in a classy crystal glass. The cloth/leather combination for the seats – composed of microfibre with line graphics and natural leather tanned using olive leaf – sets a high-quality and sustainable seal on the interior. The overall result is a clearly structured, bright and airy cabin which brings across the tranquillity and authority of electric drive systems.

Spacious rear compartment.

Rear-seat passengers are greeted by a generously-sized compartment offering levels of headroom and legroom that exceed expectations of a coupe. Integral head restraints for the front and rear seats add further to the sporting feel. The cut-out in the head restraints is a classy detail that references sporty BMW models from the current line-up.

The rear seats extend the horizontal graphic emerging from the doors to create a lounge feel in the rear. Meanwhile, the outer seats reprise the dynamic form of the front seats, heightening the sporting flavour. They also use very little stitching, which further emphasises the clean and modern feel.

Further developed user interface design with Experience Modes.

The screen grouping with new BMW Curved Display provides a digital gateway into the electric age at BMW. Look and feel are clearly influenced by the latest electronic devices and have been made deliberately less “automotive” in nature. In the display itself, flat layers provide considerable visual depth. Overall, the BMW Curved Display and new presentation approach combine to provide a first-class content-viewing experience.

Three different Experience Modes enable users to explore the various facets of the electric drive system and provide a look ahead – in terms of visuals at least – to the next-generation operating system from 2021. The sometimes emphasised visual differentiation between the three Experience Modes (“Core”, “Sport” and “Efficient”) spans everything from how the user experiences the display and graphics to how the interior is presented. Ambient lighting in the dashboard, doors and (indirectly) below the display indicate the technical adjustments taking place.

“Core” mode introduces the driver’s area to an updated interpretation of the four “widgets” familiar from the display concept of existing models. Here, the graphics reprise the pattern above the air vents and the Gold Bronze accent colour, consciously referencing the car’s interior design. In the area where the central display used to be positioned, a map and widgets now line up alongside one another. The user can navigate around the diagonal widgets using a swipe movement and arrange them intuitively by drag-and-drop. This allows them to adapt the display to their personal preferences.

In “Sport” mode, the “widgets” come closer together and create a focussed view. Sideways movements behind the zones are used to show how tight the next corner is, facilitating anticipatory driving. This form of content presentation also allows effective peripheral viewing. The right-hand area of the display shows specific functions in a similar way to BMW M’s lap timer app.

“Efficient” mode debuts an “Assisted Driving View”, which shows the driver what the car’s sensors are detecting. This Experience Mode opens up deeper insights into the car’s technology, such as how it communicates with its surroundings. In the BMW Concept i4, the focus here is on anticipatory and efficient driving, and key information for efficient driving is incorporated. The right-hand area of the display shows additional vehicle information, such as the charge level and range.

The sound of the BMW Concept i4.

The BMW Concept i4 is not only characterised by its individual design, but also by its own visionary and unique sound. It was developed under the brand name of BMW IconicSounds Electric by world renowned composer Hans Zimmer together with BMW Sound Designer Renzo Vitale. BMW IconicSounds Electric aims to emotionalise BMW's electric vehicles and make them audible using individual sound worlds. The sound of the BMW Concept i4 achieves this to perfection – it combines BMW’s past and future. It gives the driver the feeling that there are no limits of expression. The sound is manifold, surprising and it provides a sense of lightness and transparency. The sound worlds of the BMW Concept i4 range from the driving sounds in "Core" mode to the more intense and pronounced sounds of "Sport" mode. Also included are the sounds of the door opening and the starting scenario.

The technology as earmarked for the upcoming BMW i4.

Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology is a defining feature of the BMW i4 and therefore also of future electric mobility. The BMW iX3 due to go into production in 2020 will lead the way in the application of the new tech, which will be introduced in a number of electrically powered BMW vehicles – such as the BMW iNEXT and BMW i4. The electric motor, power electronics, charging unit and high-voltage battery using fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology are all-new developments enabling the BMW Group to take another significant step forward in the field of electrified drive systems. The electric motor developed for the BMW i4 generates maximum output of up to 390 kW/530 hp, which ranks it alongside a current BMW V8 combustion engine. Its instantaneous power delivery gives the BMW i4 standout performance attributes and exceptional efficiency.

The fifth generation of BMW eDrive also brings a newly designed high-voltage battery with the very latest battery cell technology. The version of the battery developed for the BMW i4 impresses with its extremely slim construction and optimised energy density. It weighs roughly 550 kilograms, has an energy content of around 80 kWh and achieves an operating range of up to 600 km in the WLTP cycle.

All in all, fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology sets new standards in terms of power density, efficiency and range in locally emission-free driving.

Series production of the new BMW i4.

Series production of the new BMW i4 will begin in 2021 at the BMW Group’s main plant in Munich. This means that, in the future, combustion-engined vehicles, plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles will be manufactured on the same assembly line in Munich.

Integrating the BMW i4 into the existing production system represents a challenging task for Plant Munich. The body concept of the BMW i4 differs from the architectures of the vehicle models produced at the plant to date due to the need to accommodate its high-voltage battery. Approximately 90 per cent of the existing production equipment in the body shop can be incorporated into the process, i.e. adapted to manufacture of the i4. However, the remaining ten per cent – especially the machinery involved in building the rear structure – will need to be newly built.

A separate new piece of equipment will be fitted in the assembly halls for installation of the high-voltage battery, as the battery needs to be fitted in the car from below. A particular challenge in the conversion/installation process are the crowded structures of the assembly halls. Working within these tight confines, old machinery will have to be removed and new equipment installed and brought on stream within a six-week period. This requires long-term planning and precise implementation.

The company is investing a total of around 200 million euros in Plant Munich to bring series production of the BMW i4 to fruition.

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