BMW Group Malaysia today took the covers off the all-new BMW 2 Series Coupe and the 4 Series convertible at Malaysia’s most prestigious tennis tournament, the BMW Malaysia Open 2014. Making an appearance in the form of the BMW 220i Coupe and the BMW 428i Convertible, the arrival of these two models are a further testament to the Bavarian automaker’s commitment in establishing themselves as a premium carmaker in Malaysia that includes both performance and lifestyle into their vehicles.
Being the successor of the BMW 1-Series Coupe, the all-new 2-Series Coupe offers the customers a more powerful and agile car that incorporates a sportier look than before. The 2-Series Coupe will also carry on the legacy of the compact dimensions, powerful engines and a rear-wheel drive system like the iconic BMW 02 Series.
”The car carries the spirit of the BMW 02 Series which created a whole new driving experience and generation of cars when it was introduced in 1966. With the legendary BMW 2002 which clearly established BMW as “The Ultimate Driving Machine”, we are proud to continue this fine tradition today with the all-new BMW 2 Series Coupe,” said Dr. Gerhard Pils, Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group Malaysia.
The 220i carries a 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine equipped with the BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, delivering an output of 184-horsepower and a peak torque of 270Nm. Zerotohundred is dealt with in 7 seconds and has a top speed of 230km/h. Sending the power to the rear via a new sport automatic transmission, the car also comes with paddle shifters and a Launch Control function.
For those who are looking for a sharper drive, BMW is also offering the M sport suspension for the 220i coupe. Customers could also further customize their car with 17-inch light alloy Star-spoke wheels and exterior trims in High Gloss Black. The BMW 220i Coupe is available in Black Sapphire, Midnight Blue and Mineral Grey, while the all-new BMW 220i Coupé Sport is available in Glacier Silver, Melbourne Red and Valencia Orange. Alpine White will be offered for both variants.
Also being launched at the same time is the new BMW 4-Series convertible. Carrying the predecessor’s success, the new successor of the BMW 3-Series convertible is equipped with performance, precise handling as well as BMW’s ConnectedDrive and EfficientDynamics technologies.
“Today, the all-new BMW 4-Series Convertible has everything it needs to take the lead once again with its distinctive aesthetics and even greater dynamism, thus taking sheer driving pleasure to all-new heights,” added Dr. Pils.
The highlight of the car is of course the retractable hardtop that could transform the coupe into a roadster in just 20 seconds. This three-part all-electrical retractable hardtop could also be operated on the move to speeds up to 18km/h.
Although the roof is being stored in the boot, there is still plenty of room for luggage space at the back. The electro-hydraulic loading system lifts the folded hardtop in the boot to ensure maximum utilization of the 220 liters of storage space. With the roof up, the luggage compartment gets an extra 100 liters which is 20 liters more than the 3-Series convertible.
Like the 220i Coupe, the 428i Convertible has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine equipped with the TwinPower Turbo. However, it has 245-horsepower and 350Nm of torque that allows it to go from zerotohundred in just 6.4 seconds, all the way to a top speed of 250km/h. The car also features the Adaptive M Suspension with electronically controlled damper that allows the drivers to choose the type of feedback they prefer.
With the Luxury Line coming in as standard, the 428i convertible will feature 18-inch alloy multi-spoke wheels, chrome exterior trims, and a 9-speaker HiFi system. The BMW 4 Series Convertible is available in Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Mineral Grey and Midnight Blue.
As for the prices (on the road, without insurance), the BMW 220i Coupe is priced at RM 259,800, with the optional Sport Line Package costing and extra RM 20,000. The BMW 428i Convertible on the other hand comes with a price tag of RM 428,800.
