KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- BMW C 400 GT launched at Rs. 11.50 lakhs ex-showroom
- Powered by a solid 350cc engine with CVT transmission
- Comes with a 6.5-inch TFT console with connected features
BMW C 400 GT has been launched at Rs. 11.50 in the Indian market and comes with a host of functional upgrades. Powered by a potent 350cc petrol mill, the sporty maxi scooter looks the part and offers a good blend of practicality and tech on board. Read on to find out the top 5 highlights of this scooter in this section, but before that, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates!
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1. Styling And Functional Updates
The BMW C 400 GT looks like a typical solid build maxi-scooter with sculpted body structure, a raised windscreen, and a shrouded front apron blending seamlessly with the side look, which has been accentuated by GT graphics at the tail section with a split grab rails, making up for a mean looking machine. BMW has focused on enhancing the C 400 GT's practicality for 2025. They've lowered the seat height by 10mm, now at 765mm, to improve accessibility. Additionally, it also gets significantly increased storage capacity by 7.1 liters, bringing the total to 37.6 liters, while the front storage has also been expanded by 3.2 liters.
2. Features: Falls Short Of Nothing
The scooter comes equipped with a 6.5-inch TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity, providing seamless smartphone integration. The scooter also boasts a stainless steel exhaust system, bright LED headlights with daytime riding lights, LED rear lighting and turn indicators, and the convenience of Keyless Ride. Practicality is enhanced by the Flexcase for expandable storage, a center stand, a USB charging socket, Ride-by-Wire throttle control, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro featuring Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and engine drag torque control as standard, and much more.
3. Variants: Blackstorm And Exclusive
The BMW C 400 GT offers two distinct trim levels: the Blackstorm and the Exclusive. The Blackstorm variant embraces a stealthy aesthetic with a complete blacked-out treatment, extending to the paint, wheels, seat, and brake calipers. In contrast, the Exclusive model presents a more luxurious appearance, featuring a white paint scheme, eye-catching golden rims, a black seat with an embroidered emblem, and matching golden brake calipers.
4. Engine: Beastly At 350cc
Mechanically, the 2025 BMW C 400 GT maintains its 350cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine, delivering 34 horsepower and 35 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT gearbox. However, the 2025 model enhances rider safety with a standard suite of advanced features, including ABS Pro with Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and Engine Brake Control, adding enough tech for rider aid. The scooter has a top speed of 129 kmph, and the engine now complies with EU 5+ emission norms.
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5. Price And Hardware
The BMW C 400 GT is designed for a comfortable and controlled ride, featuring a telescopic fork at the front and preload-adjustable twin shock absorbers at the rear. It employs twin disc brakes up front and a single disc at the rear, all managed by a dual-channel ABS system. The scooter rolls on 15-inch front and 14-inch rear alloy wheels, fitted with 120-section and 150-section tubeless tires, respectively. While it gets a 12.8-liter fuel tank, the seat height is set at 765mm, and the scooter's curb weight is 219kg. As for the pricing, the BMW C 400 GT is priced at Rs. 11.50 lakhs ex-showroom, which is Rs. 25,000 higher than before.
Verdict
The market for premium scooter in India is still a niche segment and a Rs. 10 lakhs plus price point makes it beyond the reach of regular buyers. But for the enthusiasts looking for a premium scooter, the C 400 GT makes a lot of sense in terms of the power delivery, features on board, and the overall styling which can take on even an inter-city ride pretty comfortably.
