Chapter 3: The Enduring DNA of the Coupe
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April 24, 2015

Chapter 3: The Enduring DNA of the Coupe



Chapter 3 The Inherited DNA of the Coupe


As a luxury car manufacturer, BMW has created coupes that have defined their respective eras.BMWWhat runs through them is absolute elegance and sportiness. The DNA of the many coupes born throughout its long history is passed down to today's models, leading to the X6. Here are BMW's prized luxury coupes.


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The Dignity of a Luxury Four-Seater Coupe
BMW 6 Series Coupe


The first-generation "6 Series" was hailed as the most beautiful coupe in the world. After a brief hiatus, the current second generation has returned, remaining a stylish coupe that combines grace with a sharp presence.


The styling was led by BMW's design chief, Chris Bangle. It reflects his ambition to create novelty within traditional beauty.
The form, composed of smooth curves throughout, incorporates a sleek line extending from the long nose to the roof and rear, creating a unique coupe fluidity. Meanwhile, the rear end features a novel design reminiscent of the globally acclaimed "7 Series," and combined with a wide track, it imprints itself on the eyes of those following as a symbol of power and sportiness.


Inside, the abundant use of the finest materials enhances the dignity of a luxury four-seater coupe. It is a model that can be recommended to anyone as an exemplar of a high-end personal coupe.

630i 3.0-liter inline-6 engine + 6AT ¥9.17 million
650i 4.8-liter V8 engine + 6AT ¥11.54 million






Intense Individuality and Presence
BMW Z4 Coupe


If you seek intense individuality and presence in a coupe, how about BMW's two-seater sports car, the "Z4 Coupe"?

The form, described by BMW's design guru Chris Bangle as "flame surfacing," is aggressively avant-garde. While adhering to the conventions of a sports coupe—long nose, short deck, and short overhangs—it features sharp lines at various points, as if folded from origami, with curves and contours skillfully arranged. Viewed from all angles, it presents a kaleidoscopic array of expressions, yet it is unified into a sharp, arrow-like form. This is a unique design born from the genius Bangle.

Climb into the rearward cabin and settle into the low-set seats, and you'll be enveloped in a comfortably tight space. Ignite the engine housed in the long nose, and you'll be invited into a world of solitary driving.

Z4 Coupe 3.0si 3.0-liter inline-6 engine + 6AT ¥5.78 million






Attention to Detail in the Coupe Design
BMW 3 Series Coupe


The BMW "3 Series," known for its wide range of body styles, also includes a two-door coupe. While the 3 Series is already renowned as a sports sedan, the coupe is even more dynamic and elegant. This is because the body panels are exclusively designed for the coupe; not a single panel is shared with the sedan. This demonstrates an uncompromising pursuit of the ultimate coupe design.

The coupe's distinctiveness is evident not only in its low, flowing roofline but also in various details, such as the "kidney grille" positioned lower to emphasize the long nose, the flowing lines along the sides, and the rear view, which incorporates more horizontal lines than the sedan to enhance a sense of width and stability.

Inside, the center console extending from front to rear creates a personal coupe-like atmosphere. Attention to detail is evident, such as the sporty design of the meter scales and needles.

320i Coupe 2.0-liter inline-4 engine + 6AT ¥4.41 million
320i Coupe 2.0-liter inline-4 engine + 6MT ¥4.30 million
335i Coupe 3.0-liter inline-6 engine + 6AT ¥7.06 million




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