BMW 4-Series Spied With Same Subtle Styling Tweaks As Facelifted 3-Series

Soon after the unveiling of the facelifted BMW 3-Series sedan and GT models, the 4-Series Coupe has been snapped testing the same subtle styling tweaks.

The redesign starts at the front and will include refreshed headlights, likely identical to those of the 2017 3-Series and therefore slightly taller and complete with different graphics than the outgoing units. Additionally, the front bumper will be reworked to include slightly different air intake surrounds, fog lights and a new lower chin spoiler.

Other tweaks expected to be found on the facelifted 4-Series will be new panels behind the front wheels and an overhauled tail including different lights, exhaust tips, bumper and diffuser.

In terms of powertrains, the updated 4-Series will be offered with a number of four and six-cylinder engines depending on the market. In Europe and elsewhere around the globe, the car should be offered with the same 181 hp 2.0-liter turbo four, 246 hp 2.0-liter turbo four and 322 hp straight-six as the 2017 3-Series GT. Up to five diesel derivatives could also be available, delivering between 148 hp and 309 hp.

U.S. buyers will be offered a reduced range of engines but will almost certainly be graced with the mid-range 246 hp turbocharged four-cylinder and the 322 hp turbo’d 3.0-liter straight six of the 340i.

A debut later this year or in early 2017 is expected.