BMW is working on a facelift for the 4-Series lineup and it begins with the coupe.
Spotted undergoing track testing at the Nürburgring, the 2024 BMW 4-Series will bring a refreshed front and rear end to the lineup along with revised interior design and technology.
2024 BMW 4-Series – Photo credit: Baldauf
New for 2021, the 4-Series update will be a mild mid-cycle rather than a next-generation model. Only the front and rear ends are covered in camouflage with a heavy focus around the headlights, taillights, and rear diffuser. Expect more angular daytime running lights with some vertical elements integrated into the headlights. The rear diffuser is more pronounced. M Sport models will gain M4-like mirrors.
What hasn’t changed are the massive, and controversial, kidney grilles. Those will carryover as a discussion point.
BMW engineers and test drivers were quick to ensure the dashboard remained covered when the car was parked. Expect the latest BMW infotainment system to be paired with a digital gauge cluster under a single curved screen topping the dashboard. Few buttons, if any, will remain, though a volume knob is likely.
2024 BMW 4-Series – Photo credit: Baldauf
The 4-Series will continue to ride on BMW’s CLAR platform, but it will remain wider, longer, and lower than its 3-Series sedan sibling.
Base models are expected to carryover with a 2.0-liter turbo-4 delivering about 255 hp and 294 lb-ft of torque. More powerful M440i models will retain a 3.0-liter turbo-6 and mild-hybrid system rated at about 382 hp and 364 lb-ft of torque. The mild hybrid system will temporarily boost output thanks to the integrated starter motor and generator that will recover energy while braking.
A BMW M executive has already confirmed the upcoming death of the dual-clutch automatic and manual transmission within the lineup, including M-specific models. The current 4-Series is only available with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and that isn’t going to change with the upcoming refresh.
The electric i4 model, 4-Series convertible, and M4 models will subsequently be refreshed as BMW updates the entire 4-Series lineup.
