The M440i Convertible swaps its predecessor's hard-top roof for a fabric soft-top that opens or closes in under 18 seconds at speeds up to 50kmph.
Priced at Rs. 1.09 crore (ex-showroom), it undercuts its direct rival, the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet, by Rs. 7 lakh (approx.).
BMW India has officially launched the M440i Convertible at a price of Rs. 1.09 crore, ex-showroom. Positioned firmly within the brand's M Performance family, the open-top grand tourer occupies a rare and rather glamorous corner of the Indian luxury car market. It is not a car for everyone and BMW knows it. This is a lifestyle machine, built for those who want genuine performance without surrendering the pleasure of open-air motoring.
A Straight-Six That Means Business
Under the bonnet sits a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine developing 369bhp and 500Nm of torque. That power is channelled through an eight-speed automatic gearbox and BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system, sending the car from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.9 seconds.
Top speed is electronically capped at 250 kmph. For a car that weighs as much as a convertible must, those are thoroughly impressive numbers.
Soft-Top Replaces the Previous Hard Roof
One of the more notable changes in this generation is the move away from the folding metal hard-top roof that the earlier model used.
In its place sits a fabric soft-top, which can be raised or lowered in 18 seconds and operates at speeds of up to 50kmph. It is a shift that makes the car lighter and arguably more characterful, in keeping with the traditional convertible ethos.
Design That Stays True to the 4 Series Identity
Aesthetically, the M440i carries the familiar 4 Series look with confidence. The large BMW kidney grille dominates upfront, flanked by sleek LED headlamps, while sculpted body panels and sporty bumpers give it a purposeful stance.
The car rides on 19-inch alloy wheels in a staggered setup, and at the rear, wraparound LED tail lamps are paired with dual exhaust outlets that make no attempt to disguise this car's intentions.
Cabin Technology and Comfort Features
Inside, the four-seat cabin is built around a dual-screen arrangement comprising a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment display and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
A flat-bottom steering wheel, leather upholstery, and a range of comfort features round out an interior that feels appropriately premium for its asking price.
One Key Rival in a Very Small Segment
The M440i Convertible goes up against the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet, which is currently priced at Rs. 1.16 crore, ex-showroom. That Rs. 7 lakh price advantage, combined with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive setup, could well tip the scales in favour of the Munich-based model for buyers who are weighing up their options in this exclusive space.
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