Recently, companies producing automobiles have begun to experiment with body types. The BMW F36 car was presented in 2014. The Geneva Motor Show became the venue for the presentation of the BMW 4 Series F36. The vehicle was produced until 2017. After that, a facelift was carried out.
Engines of BMW 4 Series F36
In the domestic market, there are only four types of engines available for the BMW Gran Coupe 4 Series. Each of the power units comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
List of existing engines on BMW Gran Coupe F36:
420i — a gasoline engine with 184 horsepower, featuring four cylinders. The displacement is two liters. It accelerates to a hundred kilometers per hour in seven seconds. The fuel consumption is approximately six liters per hundred kilometers.
420d — a diesel engine with a two-liter displacement. It delivers 190 horsepower. It can accelerate to a hundred kilometers per hour in 7.5 seconds. In mixed cycle, the fuel consumption ranges around five liters.
430i — an engine with four cylinders and a two-liter displacement. The power output of this engine is 249 horsepower. It accelerates to a hundred kilometers per hour in 5.9 seconds. The main feature of this engine is its fuel efficiency. It consumes six liters of gasoline per hundred kilometers.
The 440i is considered the top modification and is equipped with a six-cylinder turbocharged engine with a three-liter displacement. It produces 326 horsepower. You will reach a hundred kilometers in just five seconds. With such characteristics, the engine is very fuel-efficient. It consumes seven liters per hundred kilometers.
Interior of BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
The interior of the BMW 4 F36 corresponds to the brand's style. The instrument panel has a modern look and high functionality. The steering wheel is highly functional and has three spokes. Paddles, located beneath the wheel, are necessary for gear shifting.
The front panel is made of high-quality materials and does not pose any ergonomic challenges. The interior design can be described in one word that perfectly captures the essence: strict style.
The front seats are comfortable for both the driver and the passenger. Side support, a wide range of adjustments, and ample space are all well-developed in the BMW 4 Series F36.
The car's trunk is very spacious with a volume of 480 liters. You can fold the rear seats and get 1300 liters of trunk space.
Safety and Electronics of BMW 4 F36
The adaptive suspension deserves special attention. It can also be referred to as a collection of mechanisms that provide safety and comfortable conditions for passengers and the driver.
Equipment of BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
The BMW Gran Coupe is available in various configurations, each offering a different set of features for you to choose from. All are equipped with basic characteristics, but they have some differences.
The weight of the body in the configurations differs significantly.
Exterior of the Car
The Gran Coupe has five doors and frameless side windows. At the front, there are grilles, LED headlights that adapt well to different conditions, a bumper, and integrated fog lights.
The massive bumper, taillights, and a tiny trunk lid define the rear view of the car. The trunk lid of the BMW 4 F36 can be opened hands-free.
Headlights
Thanks to LED technology in the front optics, the car ensures optimal visibility during poor visibility conditions. The headlights have the feature of adapting to steering turns or oncoming vehicles.
Body Kit
By using side skirts on the car, the aerodynamic performance has been improved. This was done to reduce wind resistance that the car encounters.
Wheels of BMW 4 F36
The BMW F 36 is equipped with seventeen-inch alloy wheels. This ensures maximum dynamics and acceleration to a hundred kilometers, as well as a good maximum speed.
Facelift of BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
2007 was the year of the premiere of the facelift models F32, F33, and F36. There are minor changes that affected the exterior of the car. To notice any differences, one must be very observant. The rear bumper insert was beautifully designed. Two more colors — orange and blue were added to the color palette.
During the interior facelift, attention was paid to the variety of shades and materials used to give the car a more exclusive look. Three new leather variations for the interior trim have been introduced. The front panel gained many details with black chrome and glossy finishes. The shape of the steering wheel was also improved, and the upholstery was upgraded.
The electronics of the BMW 4 F36 remain at a high level.
The power units remained the same after the facelift. However, the chassis of the car experienced many changes. The suspension was made stiffer. In terms of comfort level, it remained almost unchanged.
