BMW 4 Series Cabriolet

The BMW 4 Series Cabriolet got its world premiere at the Tokyo Motorshow. The 4 Series Cabriolet is a replacement for the open-top 3 Series. The BMW 4 Series cabrio is already in production and is set to go on sale next March, initially as petrol powered 428i and 435i versions along with a diesel 420d version. Further engines will be added to the range as the production run continues.

The emphasis with the new car (4 Series Cabriolet) was greater acoustic comfort in the cabin and improved accessibility for loading - especially over the out-going 3 Series Cabriolet. To that end the three-piece retractable hard top has a noise-absorbing roof liner which is designed to lower sound levels in the rear of the cabin by two decibels and make normal conversation possible at speeds of 100mph. There is also a new design of wind break which improves the comfort of occupants once the BMW 4 Series Cabriolet is being driven roof stored away. BMW's new compact convertible now has a load assistance switch which raises the rear of the hard top when the car is closed to make it easier to through-load into the cabin, ensuring practicality remains a key feature of the 4 Series Cabriolet.