BMW, on Thursday, announced the launch of BMW X4 M40i, priced at Rs 96.20 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.

BMW had earlier discontinued its X4 model in the India market. This luxury sports SUV variant marks the re-entry of the model as a completely built unit (CBU) in the country.

According to media reports, only a limited number of cars will be available in India.

The stylish BMW X4 M40i, which offers 360hp of power and a maximum torque of 500 Nm at 1,900 - 5,000 rpm, can race from 0 to 100kmph in 4.9 seconds.

It comes with a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine, with eight-speed automatic transmission.

The BMW X4 M40i has two exterior colour options, Black Sapphire and Brooklyn Grey.

X4 M40i has a 12.3-inch infotainment unit, a panoramic sunroof, 360-deg camera, ambient lighting, leather steering wheel, and a a Harman Kardon sound system and more. The Dark BMW M kidney grille with chrome frame, double kidney bars in high-gloss black and M logo shows off the vehicle's athletic prowess.

The car is fitted as standard with 20-inch Jet Black M light alloy wheels double-spoke 699M with the mixed tyres 245/45 R20 at the front and 275/40 R20 at the rear. M Sport brakes are available with Red-high gloss brake calipers.

"The BMW X4 popularized the distinctive Sports Activity Coupe concept in India. It instantly became the vehicle of choice for customers who have a unique style that stands out from rest of the crowd. Now, we are really excited to announce the first-ever BMW X4 M40i and its introduction is a testimony to the enormous success of M powered vehicles and the growing popularity of exclusive M Editions in India," Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said.

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