The evolution of BMW through its characteristic double grill

There are not a few car brands that have gone down in history for distinctive features that, just by seeing them, already allow us to know which manufacturer we are talking about.

Oliver Thansan
Oliver Thansan
17 August 2023 Thursday 17:12
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The evolution of BMW through its characteristic double grill

There are not a few car brands that have gone down in history for distinctive features that, just by seeing them, already allow us to know which manufacturer we are talking about. It happens with colors, as is the case with Ferrari and its mythical red, or with some iconic logos.

Some firms, despite the passage of time, have maintained attributes that have set them apart from the competition over the years. This is the case of BMW, which since 1933 and up to the present day, has incorporated the characteristic double kidney-shaped front grill in most of its vehicles. Of course, both function within the car as a whole and its design has been adapted to the needs of each era.

Below we review the evolution of this distinctive feature of the Bavarian company through 10 models that, despite being part of different eras, maintain the same essence on their front.