Alpina is set to introduce it new B4 Bi-Turbo in the UK at this month’s Goodwood celebration of Speed.
Based on the latest 3 Series and 4 series platform, the tuned petrol-engined car will begin from £58,950 for the Coupe, rising to £62,950 for the Convertible variant – this features an insulated metal roof that closes in 20 seconds at as much as 11mph.
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Power comes from a re-engineered version of the 335i’s 3.0-litre directly six engine, meaning 0-62mph takes 4.2 seconds in the hardtop – almost half a second quicker than an entry-level Audi R8 Coupe – with the drop-top taking 0.3 seconds longer. A four-wheel drive version that won’t be offered with right-hand drive will obviously cut this to 4.0 seconds.
Over here, the 402bhp as well as 600Nm of torque will be fed to the rear-wheels via a customized eight-speed automatic gearbox. together with the improved output, Alpina declares the B4 Bi-Turbo will handle 37.2mpg while emitting 177g/km of CO2, although in convertible guise expect only 35.3mpg at finest as well as 186g/km CO2. 
The 50-strong engineering team likewise worked on improving the suspension, steering, aerodynamics as well as interior. styling modifications were focused BMW’s wind tunnel, as well as there’s common set in the type of Adaptive M sport Suspension, leather upholstery, climate control, bi-xenon headlights as well as electrically adjustable heated sports seats.
Alpina logos decorate the seat backs as well as door sills, with a Lavalina leather-trim steering wheel as well as Alpina Blue instruments further assisting the interior stand out. 20-inch alloys as well as a quad exhaust system serve a similar function for the exterior.
Available in Alpina Blue or eco-friendly body colours, choices can be selected from BMW’s spec list, or else requested directly from Alpina.
Also on show at Alpina’s Goodwood stand this year is the new D3 Bi-Turbo – the fastest diesel production cars and truck in the world – as well as the German manufacturer’s XD3 compact SUV.