www.womanthismonth.com 71 December 2014 PART OF THE FAMILY The new BMW X4 is the latest addition to the German automaker’s impressive X range, combining impressive sports car performance and Sports Activity Vehicle versatility with the elegance of a coupé. Euro Motors general manager Paul Yates says: “The BMW X5 and X6 consistently rank as two of the best performing vehicles in Bahrain. With the launch of the all-new BMW X4, we will be further diversifying the X range so that we continue to deliver the best in-class vehicles to our customers. The all-new X4 features a beautiful design and powerful performance ensuring it will be resoundingly successful in the Kingdom.” From the front, the car is immediately recognisable as a member of the BMW X family: the large air intakes positioned on the outer edges of the front end and the character lines in the front apron give the X4 a muscular and agile appearance. The coupé-like roofline reaches its highest point over the front seats, reflecting the traditional driver focus of BMW cars, before dropping gently down towards the trailing edge of the tailgate. These stretched lines underline the sporting coupe character of the X4 particularly effectively, its makers say. The spacious interior combines sportiness and high-level functionality with every control element angled towards the driver, for optimal ergonomics. The load capacity ranges from 500 to 1,400 litres, which can be used in a wide variety of ways thanks to the standard 40:20:40 split rear seat bench. Everyday usability is further enhanced by the standardfitted automatically opening tailgate and the optional Comfort Access Option allows it to be opened with a movement of the foot. The BMW X4 is equipped with BMW ConnectedDrive features that comprise a plethora of Driver Assistance systems that provide the driver with safety, convenience and infotainment functions. Safety and convenience can be further enhanced by optional premium features like the anti-dazzle High Beam Assistant, Driving Assistant Plus including Pedestrian and Collision Warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function and Lane Departure Warning. Available as options are Lane Change Warning, Surround View and the Parking Assistant, which steers the car autonomously into parking spaces parallel to the road. The BMW X4 will be available with two powerful engines, all with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. Topping the range is the BMW X4 xDrive35i with a 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine delivering a maximum output of 306bhp, propelling the vehicle from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.5 seconds. Meanwhile, the xDrive28i has a 2-litre four-cylinder engine delivering a respectable 245bhp and makes from to 0 to 100 kmph in 6.4 seconds. For details call Euro Motors on 17750750. This classy crossover packs plenty of punch under the bonnet and breathes a welcome breath of fresh air into the Sports Activity Vehicle segment. showcase
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