2014 BMW X4 Concept

A couple of weeks ahead of its global debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, BMW has published details on their latest pre-production concept. Called the X4, the concept is a preview of a new Sports Activity Coupe which will sit somewhere inbetween the X3 and X6 in the company’s diverse lineup.

Based on the compact platform of the X3, the X4 shares the same sloping coupe-like roofline of larger X6. The more sporting character of the BMW X4 Concept is enhanced by its dynamic lines as well as its proportions. With a body length of 183 inches (4,648mm), a width of 75 inches (1,915mm) and a height of 64 inches (1,622mm) the exterior dimensions are almost identical to that of the X3. Basically the X4 is fractionally wider and slightly lower. The wheelbase of 110 inches (2,810mm) is unchanged.

The styling of the BMW X4 Concept closely follows that of the lastest 3-Series and soon-to-be-released 4-Series Coupe. The kidney grille is flanked by full-LED headlights. Inside the light units is a hexagonal interpretation of the familiar BMW twin circular headlights.

As it’s just a concept BMW haven’t said what engine or drivetrain they’ve fitted it with. However as the X4 moves closer to its 2014 production date more information on drivetrains and options will be announced. However its likely the X4 will be offered with the same powertrain options as the X3.

The BMW X4 will be built at BMW Plant Spartanburg in the USA. Sales are due to begin in 2014.

 Every new BMW X model is a trailblazer. Indeed, the world premiere of the first BMW X model (the BMW X5) in 1999 saw the BMW Group call into being the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) segment – one in which BMW X models remain the market leaders. The BMW X3 and BMW X1 were likewise the first SAVs in their class and continue to set the pace among their rivals today. This development took on a new dimension in May 2008 with the introduction of the BMW X6 – the first Sports Activity Coupé (SAC). This still unique concept brought together the rugged looks of a BMW X model with the emotion and sporting character of a BMW Coupé for the first time. The enduring popularity of BMW’s first SAC is demonstrated by its consistently high sales figures. The short history of the BMW X range is already a successful one. Since the first BMW X model took to the stage, average sales across the BMW X line-up have been on a constant upward curve: one in four new BMW cars globally is now a BMW X model.

With the BMW Concept X4, the BMW Group offers a preview of the future of the BMW X family. It takes no more than a glance to see how smoothly the qualities of a BMW X model can blend with the genes of a BMW Coupé. The new Sports Activity Coupé concept from BMW is poised to continue the success story of the BMW X6 in a new vehicle class. Eye-catching proportions, tight contours and high-quality details produce an unrivalled product character brimming with emotional appeal, dynamism and the sturdiness you would expect from a BMW X model, while at the same time holding out the promise of out-standing performance and driving dynamics. All of this can be experienced when the BMW X4 production model rolls out of the factory for its market launch, scheduled for 2014. The second Sporty Activity Coupé in the brand´s model range will be built at BMW Plant Spartanburg in the USA, the competence centre for BMW X models which also produces the BMW X5, BMW X6 and BMW X3.

The sporting character of the BMW Concept X4 is articulated by its dynamic lines as well as its proportions. With a body length of 4,648mm, a width of 1,915mm and a height of 1,622mm, its exterior dimensions signal sporting elegance and powerful robustness. In addition to a long bonnet, short overhangs and set back passenger cell, its signature BMW features include a long wheel-base measuring 2,810mm, while 21-inch light-alloy wheels lend an added flourish to the athletic bearing of this Sports Activity Coupé.