06 BMW M440i
ENGINE 2998cc, 6cyl, DOHC, VVT
POWER 285kW @ 6500rpm
TORQUE 500Nm @ 1900-5000rpm
0-100KM/H 4.5sec (claimed)
WEIGHT 1740kg • PRICE $116,900
LIKE: Body control and dynamics; steering, ride comfort, tech, bold styling
DISLIKE: Mild engine notes, few distinguishing features from 420i and 430i
BMW’S SUITS INSIST the new M440i xDrive has been designed as a raffish GT car rather than anything you’d want to point at a decent road, but it’s possible they’re being a little conservative in their aspirations. Managing expectations and all that.
Enjoying 4 Series Coupe halo honours until the arrival of the new M4, the
