2018 BMW 440i – Automotive Review
The 2018 BMW 440i, a unique blend of sportiness and elegance, that can be built to suit the demands of even the pickiest consumer.
2018 brings a refreshing update to the 4 series line-up, which was first introduced in September 2013. With a notably wider stance and longer wheelbase than its predecessor, the BMW 4 series is available as a Coupé, Convertible, and a 4-door Gran Coupé.
“The maxim guiding the BMW 4 Series model update was ‘stick to the proven formula but add extra richness to the cars’ character’. That’s why the exterior design shines the spotlight most brightly on the dynamic and elegant qualities of the BMW 4 Series family”
-Domagoj Dukec, Head of Exterior Design BMW Automobiles.
Major Updates Include:
- Restyled nose, keeping with the broad muscular almost bulldog BMW styling.
- Larger central air intake that increases in size toward the exterior edges
- Similar front headlights but now new bi-LED headlights as standard, with available Icon II full-LED adaptive headlights
- Elongated design of the rear end with everything focusing on giving the impression of the car sitting wider, lower and having an enhanced muscular look
- The rear LED lights are no longer divided into individual lights but are given a more cohesive look that tapers off towards the center.
- Signal indicators take up more space, and the inner section of each rear light is now used for signaling as well
Exterior
New exterior paint finishes have been made available for the 2018 BMW 4-series. The first is called Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic, which is a new shade of turquoise, and the second is called Sunset Orange which is a burnt orangey-red color.
Interior
The interior of the BMW 440i was everything you would expect from a luxury import vehicle. With extra fine materials used throughout, the refresher for 2018 had only minor improvements like the finishes added to the air outlets, and the controls on the door panel. However, when sitting in this car you can tell there was an army of engineers who were tasked with ensuring maximum functionality of even the smallest unnoticeable details. Also new to 2018 is some additional interior colors, such as Midnight Blue, Cognac, and Ivory White, all complete with coordinated contrast stitching and piping. We tested the BMW 440i convertible in the new Snapper Rocks Blue mixed with the White Dakota leather interior, and it looked like the car was straight from Miami Vice. I swear the creamy white interior was getting dirt marks on it from just looking in the same direction as the car.
Driving
The 4 series has a lower center of gravity and a wider\longer wheelbase compared to the 3 series. Combine that with the stiffer M sports suspension with advanced damping technology and an upgraded steering set-up, the 440i drove more like a sporty coupe compares to a full sized 4-door sedan. All the engine options for the 4 series are from the latest modular BMW EfficientDynamics family and include the BMW TwinPower Turbo. The inline 6 found in the 440i coupe generates 320 hp and has an average combined fuel consumption rate of 9.6 l/100km. These engines are mated to a standard eight-speed Steptronic Sport Automatic transmission, with an available six-speed manual gearbox for no-cost only on the BMW 4 Series Coupé.
Technology & Safety
Redesigned iDrive 6.0 infotainment system
- Highlights include:
- New main menu structure with configurable tiles featuring live content.
- Intelligent Voice Control system including Natural Language Understanding.
- Automatic over-the-air map updates up to 4x annually.
Key Features:
- Pricing
- 440i Coupé starting at $56,850 CND
- 440i xDrive Gran Coupé starting at $57,550 CND
- 440i xDrive Cabriolet starting at $71,050 CND
- Power
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 4.9s (440i xDrive Coupé)
- 320hp & 330 ft-lb of torque (440i xDrive Coupé)
- Fuel
- Combined in 9.6l/100 km (440i Coupé)
- Combined in 9.6l/100 km (440i Grand Coupé)
- Combined in 10.2l/100 km (440i Cabriolet)
