BMW Unveils Its Striking i3 Forever Edition, Along With New 4-Series Convertible Powertrains
by AutoExpert | 28 September, 2021
The announcement of BMW's fall updates for Europe comes as no surprise with autumn fast approaching. However, despite the company's attention being drawn to the forthcoming launches of the i4 and iX, the 4-Series Convertible is getting three new color options.
The M440i Convertible has a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine with 369-hp (275 kW / 374 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. It's mated to an eight-speed Steptronic Sport gearbox and an M sports differential. That's 0.3 secs slower than the all-wheel-drive version from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h).
With 335-hp (250 kW/340 PS) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) of torque, the new 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbodiesel engine joins the M440d xDrive Convertible. Its eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission allows it to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in only 5 secs. The business also stated the drop-top comes with an M sports differential.
Not to mention, the 430i xDrive Convertible boasts a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 242-hp and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. The all-wheel-drive version takes 6.3 secs to reach 62 mph (100 km/h), a tenth faster than the rear-wheel-drive version.
The i3 and i3 s also have a Unique Forever Edition. It comes in two colors: Aventurine Red metallic with Frozen Grey metallic accents or Storm Bay metallic with Frozen E-Copper accents. Carum grey top liner, Vernasca Dark Truffle leather, dark matte walnut trim, and front headrests embroidered with “Unique Forever” The “One of 2,000” badge indicates the limited manufacture.
Some versions will have new paint colors, such as Aventurine Red metallic, Skyscraper Grey metallic, and Frozen Pure Grey metallic, while others will get an eight-speed Steptronic transmission. The My BMW App now stores photographs sent by the Remote 3D View feature as well as full tire information.
Finally, like the i4 and iX, the iX3 gets clever thermal management. It will automatically prepare the battery before arrival to guarantee it is at the right temperature for charging at maximum power.
