2014 BMW 2-series M Sport

What It Is: New spy shots of the BMW 2series, which will substitute the 1-collection coupe and convertible, caught entirely uncovered. The 2series lineup eventually will comprise both body types, and they'll appear less like the back - drive 1series hatchback than ever before, using a unique frontend treatment. The design scheme enables BMW to put its entry level automobiles into the hierarchy followed by the - - based the forthcoming 3 series and 6series - - based 4series. Generally speaking (the 6 - chain Gran Coupe being an anomaly), sedans, and, wagons hatches will wear uneven numbers, and coupes and wear will convertibles even numbers.

No bit of sheetmetal carries over from the present 1series coupe, but the 2series does not deviate far from its formula. It continues to become a compact, three box two door with rear wheel drive and the choice of strong engines. Even though we were formerly refused a variant of the M135i, we have noticed that the M235i will get a position in BMW's US-market 2-show lineup.

Why It Matters: A moreefficient base engine will assist. The topdog 2-chain will probably be the ripsnorting M2, but the auto's classic proportions, awesome dimensions, and apparently sporty dynamics should entice enthusiasts even in subM form.

Platform: Like the preceding and present 1-collection, this car is based on BMW's streamlined rear wheel-drive platform. All wheel drive is really a distinct possibility---it's offered on the Euro 1-collection---and if BMW's U.S. diesel growth strategies prove successful, the business could provide us a diesel 2, too.

Powertrains: Engine options for the U.S. industry will likely be a 240hp, 2.0 liter turbocharged four in the 228i, together with the N55 3.0 liter turbocharged straight six tuned to 320 horsepower in the M235i. It'll directly target the Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG and the forthcoming Audi RS3, and we definitely need it in the future here. Six speed sticks ought to be normal across the board; the automobiles will offer a ZF - sourced eight speed automatic.

Competition: Acura ILX, Audi A3/S3, Mercedes Benz CLA-category, Volkswagen GTI/Golf R.

Estimated Arrival and Cost: The sheets might be pulled from the 2014 BMW 2-chain as early as the ending of the year, and the automobile is anticipated to roll into dealerships a couple of months after.

09.12.2014
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