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BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

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BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

The automobile manufacturer ALPINA is adding another four-door coupé to its range of models, giving new life to the popular, traditional 4-series model. The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé combines the classic ALPINA virtues in a powerful and elegant vehicle concept. The design: iconic. The performance: explosive. The driving experience: incomparable. A fascinating model for automotive aesthetes who cultivate a sense for something special.

  • Power and Torque: The 3,0 liter in-line six-cylinder engine with bi-turbo charging provides an output of 364 kW (495 hp). The maximum torque is 730 Nm.
  • Mileage values: The high performance and power reserves, in combination with the ZF 8HP76 automatic transmission, enable acceleration to 100 km/h in 3,7 seconds. The top speed is 301 km/h.
  • driving culture: The ALPINA sports suspension offers driving dynamics at a high level and comfort for relaxed travel. Far-reaching adjustments to the chassis technology, which extend to the ALPINA-specific ultra-high-performance tires, ensure the superior driving experience that characterizes BMW ALPINA automobiles.
  • Vehicle design: The ALPINA aerodynamic components give the BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé an independent, expressive appearance. The ALPINA CLASSIC 20" wheels reinterpret the brand-typical 20-spoke wheel design.
  • Equipment: The range of standard equipment is unique in this segment and, in addition to comfort functions such as seat and steering wheel heating, also includes the innovative driver assistance system BMW Driving Assistant. The vehicle interior can be designed individually at the customer's request: the in-house ALPINA upholstery shop offers almost limitless design possibilities with LAVALINA leather interiors.
  • Market launch: The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé can be ordered now and is expected to be available from July 2022.

PULLING POWER AND DRIVING CULTURE

The six-cylinder in-line engine of the B3 model series, which is known for its superior power development, torque and smooth running, is also used in the new BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé. With a new exhaust system including state-of-the-art exhaust gas cleaning technology and a revised engine management system, the drive has reached a new level of technological evolution. The drive now draws an output of 3,0 kW (364 hp) from a displacement of 495 liters with two mono-scroll turbochargers – an increase of 24 kW (33 hp). The maximum torque increases by 30 Nm to 730 Nm. These high performance and power reserves ensure rapid propulsion, so that the BMW ALPINA B4 reaches the 100 km/h mark after just 3,7 seconds. The top speed is 301 km/h.

The six-cylinder in-line bi-turbo engine, which is based on the BMW S58 engine, has ALPINA-specific, flow-optimized turbine housings that make it possible to effectively convert exhaust gas energy into boost pressure at low speeds. The large intercooler increases the efficiency of the charging system. Thanks to optimized intake air routing with a large-volume intake silencer, the engine is exceptionally revving and offers plenty of pulling power. The performance and power development is effortless across the entire speed range, which characterizes the ALPINA-typical, confident driving experience. The high-performance cooling system with two external coolant coolers, cross-section-optimized cooling air ducts and a powerful main cooling package with a 1.000 watt electric fan ensures thermal stability.

BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

In conjunction with the ZF 8-speed sports automatic transmission, the sovereign character of the drive comes into its own: Thanks to the excellent transmission tuning, the performance is made available almost playfully and the BMW ALPINA B4 thus achieves the maximum level of typical ALPINA driving culture. The 8-speed automatic sports transmission of the 8HP76 generation was specially tuned to the high-torque drive together with the transmission experts from ZF and is characterized by shifting comfort as well as pronounced shifting dynamics. Gear changes are possible in fractions of a second. In order to be able to convert the high torque of 730 Nm, transmission components such as the torque converter and the wheelset have been reinforced.

All-wheel drive – based on the BMW xDrive system

The all-wheel drive is based on the BMW xDrive system, which allows fully variable torque distribution between the front and rear axles. In keeping with the sporty character of the BMW ALPINA B4, the ALPINA all-wheel drive setup has a rear-biased design. In addition, the standard, electronically controlled rear-axle locking differential ensures optimal traction - especially during dynamic driving maneuvers, for example when cornering at speed. Slip is minimized by variable torque distribution to the wheel with the greatest grip. The full drive torque is usually available and the vehicle is very agile and stable.

BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

Catalytic converters close to the engine as well as underbody catalytic converters and two large-volume petrol particle filters are used to clean exhaust gases. In order to reduce the exhaust back pressure, the ALPINA engineers rely on large pipe diameters in the exhaust duct and large cross-sectional areas in the particle filters. The ALPINA stainless steel exhaust system is visually recognizable by the four oval tailpipe covers, acoustically by the sonorous sound that characterizes powerful in-line six-cylinder engines. The new BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé is homologated according to the latest Euro 6d-ISC-FCM emissions standard. The consumption value determined according to the new, more realistic WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light-Duty Vehicles Test Procedure) measurement method is 10,1 l/100 km, corresponding to 229 g/km CO2*.

As a real Gran Turismo, the BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé enables both emotional driving dynamics and comfortable travel. The ALPINA sports suspension effortlessly masters even challenging road conditions and impresses with dynamic driving maneuvers and high speeds with sovereign composure and a high sense of security. The high torsional rigidity that characterizes the body and chassis of the BMW 4 Series raises the driving dynamics potential to a new level: rigidity and weight-optimized chassis components and an optimized chassis connection ensure sporty, engaging vehicle feedback. Special dome front-end struts are installed in the BMW ALPINA B4 for reinforcement. With a negative camber of 1,25° on the front axle, the BMW ALPINA B4 has very high potential for lateral dynamics. The special spring and damper configuration ensures balanced suspension characteristics. Due to the ALPINA-specific tuning of the variable damper control, there is - as is usual with BMW ALPINA automobiles - a noticeable differentiation between the different driving modes.

Specially developed anti-roll bars on the front axle

BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

The anti-roll bars on the front axle were specially developed for the BMW ALPINA B4: They offer excellent anti-roll control and thus allow a lot of lateral dynamics. The variable sports steering responds directly even with small steering angles and gives the BMW ALPINA B4 a lot of agility. There are three steering modes available to the driver: The COMFORT mode offers smooth straight-line stability with a high sense of security up to the high-speed range, while the two SPORT modes are characterized by direct feedback. This means that the ALPINA-typical bandwidth between comfort and sporty, agile handling can also be experienced in the steering feel. The brake system takes into account the driving dynamics potential of the BMW ALPINA B4 and the maximum speed of 301 km/h: four-piston fixed calipers with Ø 395 mm brake discs on the front axle and floating calipers with Ø 345 mm brake discs on the rear axle offer high safety reserves. The optional high-performance brake system* with perforated lightweight composite brake discs offers even sportier pedal feedback: With this configuration, the braking forces can be metered very precisely via the brake pedal.

BMW Alpina B4 Gran Coupé with 495 PS & 730 NM!

The wheel design reinterprets the classic 20-spoke design, which has long since become an ALPINA trademark, by picking up on the striking shape of the body. The wheel with its filigree, long spokes is manufactured using a complex forging process, which enables a low wheel weight of around 12 kg with a standard wheel size of 20". Due to the low rotational mass, the ALPINA engineers were able to achieve a high level of driving comfort, despite the sporty wheel/tire configuration in the dimensions 8,5×20" with 255/35 ZR20 tires at the front and 10×20" with 285/30 ZR20 tires rear. The wheels are optionally available in black and anthracite.

Pirelli P ZERO ultra high performance tires

The Pirelli P ZERO ultra-high-performance tires offer a high level of grip and allow a lot of lateral dynamics. The manufacturer identifier ALP on the side of the tire indicates that it is a tailor-made tire that Pirelli developed specifically for ALPINA. During development, equal importance was attached to ride comfort and superior dynamic properties. ALPINA also relies on brand-specific tires for the winter tyres, which are available for the new ALPINA CLASSIC 20" forged wheel: The Pirelli SOTTOZERO Series II (ALP) tires offer the best grip properties even in wintry conditions.

The BMW ALPINA B4 Gran Coupé is characterized by an expressive yet elegant design language. The stretched silhouette and flowing roof line underline the athletic character of the model. The ALPINA front spoiler accentuates the sporty front view. At the rear, a subtle spoiler takes up the elegant coupé line. In addition, the rear is characterized by the brand-typical, four oval tailpipes of the ALPINA sports exhaust system. If desired, a trailer hitch can be integrated into the rear diffuser. A wide range of BMW and BMW Individual paintwork is available for the BMW ALPINA B4. The brand-typical metallic paint finishes ALPINA Blue and ALPINA Green are reserved exclusively for BMW ALPINA automobiles. The standard equipment of the BMW ALPINA B4 is unique in this segment: In addition to comfort functions such as seat and steering wheel heating, it also includes innovative BMW assistance systems such as the Parking and Driving Assistant including Speed ​​Limit Assist, cross-traffic and lane-change warning and many other functions.

Production plaque with individual production number

Elegant details such as the ALPINA production plaque with an individual production number or the steering wheel lined with high-quality LAVALINA leather give the interior an exclusive flair. At the customer's request, the interior of the BMW ALPINA B4 can be fully equipped with LAVALINA leather. The naturally tanned leather marks its own quality class in the automotive sector and is characterized by a soft and temperature-regulating skin characteristic. The in-house ALPINA upholstery shop implements even the most unusual individual customer requests in the interior in a masterly manner and with a devoted love of detail. The new BMW ALPINA B4 can be ordered now and is expected to be available from July 2022. The recommended retail price including 19% VAT ex works Buchloe is: BMW ALPINA B4 GRAN COUPÉ: 91.800 euros. Prices, equipment and scope according to the German market. Subject to change.

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