THE ALL-NEW BMW 4 SERIES COUPÉ

BMW produce yet another winner with the 2021 4 Series Coupé.


In all of our years of test-driving top-quality motor vehicles, we have never been disappointed whilst sitting behind the wheel of a BMW. This automobile giant has been the world’s leading premium manufacturer of motorcars and motorcycles for some time now and it’s easy to understand why. Each new offering from this renowned manufacturer is an improvement on the last as they continuously push the envelope to develop and produce better looking, more technologically advanced, and safer vehicles. This month FACT’s Chirine Halabi was given the opportunity to put the new BMW 4 Series 430i Coupé through its paces by the great team at BMW Alfardan, and needless to say, we could not accept quickly enough.

The first thing that caught our eye on the new Coupé was the emphasis placed on dynamic power when this car was first conceived. The muscular yet sleek design of this latest generation, sports two-seater ensures it is easy on the eyes. In fact, no matter where we stood in relation to the vehicle, the small number of crisp lines combined with generously sized surfaces gave the body a striking appearance. The design of the traditional BMW kidney grille has evolved, now slanting forward and extending down almost to the edge of the front apron.

The elaborate honeycomb mesh with horizontal inlays further adds to the progressive feel of this car. The robust stance of the Coupé is underscored by its sculptured rear wheel arches and 19-inch, high-quality, light alloy wheels, whilst the high-precision contours of the extended roofline further contribute toward the elegant quality of this motor vehicle. At the back end, narrow L-shaped rear lights, a well-proportioned rear apron, a stylish diffuser insert and twin taillights reinforce the sporty look of the new 4 Series. Shifting our attention to the interior, we were immediately struck by both the functional layout and use of high-quality materials in the driver-focused cabin. The interior of this car is the perfect example of refinement and class. The ultra-comfy, adjustable sports seats provide the perfect driving position whilst the newly designed sports steering wheel feels just right in your hands.

The performance-centric design of the cockpit together with the coordinated design of the instrument panel, door panel and highset console, all flow together to create a modern and enveloping environment. Additionally, an acoustic glass windshield has been installed as standard, ensuring a far quieter and more pleasant drive for both occupants.

The new BMW 4 Series Coupé houses the new BMW operating system 7.0. This impressive system includes two 12.3-inch displays and allows for display content to be individually configured. The intuitive multimodal interaction between driver and vehicle can take place via the Control Display’s touchscreen, the iDrive Controller, the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel and via voice and gesture control. We found these novel options to be both efficient and user friendly, giving us a far greater degree of control over the driving experience.

This 4 Series also supports smartphone integration through both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Having completed our thoroughly enjoyable inspection of both the exterior and interior, it was time to get this beauty out onto the road. As soon as we engaged the ignition, the sound of the 430i’s 258 hp, TwinPower Turbo, four-litre petrol engine made us smile from ear to ear. The power of this superb engine coupled with an eight-speed steptronic transmission allows for the 430i to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and to have a top speed of 250 km/h. Furthermore, we found the handling, cornering, braking and responsiveness of this vehicle to be outstanding and we always felt in complete control throughout our journey. To ensure the safety of you and your loved ones, BMW has yet again made sure to include a vast array of safety and driver assist features. These include Steering and Lane Control Assist with extended functions, Lane Change Assist, Emergency Stop Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Park Assist and multiple airbags just to name a few. As always, BMW left us with the very best of impressions, revealing their quest to continuously evolve towards the ultimate driving experience.✤


” The interior of this car is the perfect example of refinement and class.”


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