The 68th IAA Cars Show in Frankfurt was a stage of excitement, especially with the unveiling of the BMW Concept 4. I still remember how I reacted the first time I saw it, just like the new Skytop Concept. The Concept 4 is a future-focussed interpretation of the brand’s enduring DNA. The Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design made remarks on the Concept 4’s appearance as a future design language of the future 4 Series sedan lineup.
The BMW Concept 4 has a fascinating exterior design, with modern aesthetics. Let’s take a detailed look back at this striking concept car and what made it stand out.
The BMW Concept 4: A New Face for the 4 Series
BMW introduced the Concept 4 as a forward-looking vision for the future of the 4 Series range. The current 4-Series sedan looks great, but it is nice that the brand envisions future versions. The car showcased the magic of coupe driving at its most exciting
The Concept 4 has a sleek and sporty design, which catches attention no matter the angle. Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design, remarked, “The BMW Concept 4 embodies the aesthetic essence of the BMW brand.”
The Concept car has those good proportions. And unlike most new cars with complicated designs (looking at your Ford Focus), the Concept 4 has a clear and precise design.
The Front End
The Concept 4 has a cool front design that makes a bold statement. The distinctive kidney grille takes center stage. It is the hallmark of BMW’s design language.
This prominent grille, flanked by remarkable air intakes, enhances performance. It also emphasizes Concept 4’s engaging character as a driver’s car.
The car has a low, wide stance of the front end hovering close to the road, which highlights the car’s sporty nature.
The Side Profile
The side profile of the Concept 4 features a stretched bonnet, long wheelbase, flowing roofline, and short overhangs. These create an elegant and dynamic coupe outline.
The BMW Concept 4’s stretched-out design sends energy coursing through the low-slung body, even when the car. The ultra-pure surfaces of the Concept 4 form a powerful main body,
The New Face of the 4 Series Range
At the heart of the BMW Concept 4 lies a bold and assertive front end that redefines the face of the 4 Series range. The Concept 4 car has a distinctive kidney grille, air intakes, and prominently sculpted surfaces.
According to Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design, “The BMW Concept 4 embodies the aesthetic essence of the BMW brand. It combines perfect proportions with a clear and precise design.”
Dynamic Rear End
The rear end of the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe sits low over the road. This design enhances its sporty appeal.
The Concept 4 car’s character line transitions from the flanks into the rear in a broad, horizontal sweep.
These visually reduce the car’s height off the ground even further. The design continues the theme of generously sized, clear surfaces with minimal lines.
