It might not seem too long ago when we first laid eyes on the notorious grille of the second-gen BMW 4-Series back in June 2020. Nine months later, in March 2021, we got to see the all-electric i4 variant of the 4-Series – and even for that the automaker is already working on a mid-lifecycle update. A prototype has been spotted in Munich today, hinting at subtle changes.
At first there is the 4-Series Coupe G22 with the Life Cycle Impulse (LCI) updates. It comes fitted with the M Sport Package and there is a rumour that BMW might discontinue the standard body kit option from the facelifted 4-Series range, dressing all trims with the M Sport bumpers.
At the front, the sporty bumper intakes and the uncovered grille look nearly identical to the current model. However, there are redesigned LED graphics on the headlights, mirroring the boomerang-style DRLs of newer BMW models like the facelifted X5/X6.
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Predictably, the profile remains uncovered, since the Bavarian automaker has nothing to hide besides the possible addition of new alloy wheel designs and new shades for the colour palette. At the back, the red decals on the taillights keeps us from seeing the new LED graphics which appear to adopt a simpler style. Finally, the rear bumper is carried over, at least at this stage of development and despite all the camouflage wrap which could hide some differences in the trim.
The i4 received a host of interior updates for 2023 so we don’t expect significant changes with the upcoming facelift. After all, the model already has the BMW Curved Display with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen. In terms of infotainment software, BMW has already announced the Android-based Operating System 9 which will be gradually applied across the entire range. Along with a rotary controller on the centre console, the system offers advanced voice commands and myriad popular features. These include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
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