Video: BMW M135i. A closer look. - BMW 1-Series Forum (F20) 135i

Jason · 08-01-2012, 11:44 PM

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Video: BMW M135i. A closer look.

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Here's a video summarizing the M135i hatchback [official thread] [reviews].

Although the M135i will not be available in the North American market, it's recently been rumored that a M235i coupe (2 Series coupe version of the M135i) will be the first M Performance Automobile to be introduced to the US market. Keep in mind that a M235i coupe model will not be a replacement for an expected future M2 coupe model - the successor to the E82 1M Coupe. Instead, it's a model which can be viewed as the successor to the current 135is coupe, to slot in between the standard 235i coupe and the M2.

The M135i specs and highlights are as follows:

First ever BMW M Performance automobile to feature a petrol engine
BMW M135i with N55 3-litre, straight six-cylinder engine and 235 kW/320 hp
450Nm (332lb-ft torque) between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm
0-100kph in 5.1 seconds (4.9 with automatic)
M-characteristic suspension components and aerodynamically optimised body features
Highest level of performance and the most outstanding efficiency within the competitive environment
BMW M135i also available as a five-door version.
Also available: M135i xDrive
M135i won't be available in the US

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Mahzari · 08-02-2012, 01:15 AM

If they bring the M335i, it might make up for the fact that we won't get the M135i

red-sauerkraut · 08-02-2012, 01:15 AM

Bring this to North America or go broke on this car BMW!

red-sauerkraut · 08-02-2012, 01:16 AM

Ummm, no sorry it will not!

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Originally Posted by Mahzari

If they bring the M335i, it might make up for the fact that we won't get the M135i

Mahzari · 08-02-2012, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by red-sauerkraut

Ummm, no sorry it will not!

Why not?

"Although the M135i will not be available in the North American market, it's recently been rumored that a M235i coupe (2 Series coupe version of the M135i) will be the first M Performance Automobile to be introduced to the US market."

bmwaddict · 08-02-2012, 01:29 AM

It doesn't matter how close is the "Closer Look" the front is still a no go for me wtf

red-sauerkraut · 08-02-2012, 01:32 AM

BMW is crazy to not sell this [f20/21] car to the US. AND not selling to Canada just puts the cherry on top. FOOLISH !!!

The M235i is surely to be a nice ride, it is the looks that are a concern for most. Lets hope to God they do not screw it up.

The 2013 135is is lacking the M spec goods the M135i has, and that's BMW's HUGE let down to NA.

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Originally Posted by Mahzari

Why not?

"Although the M135i will not be available in the North American market, it's recently been rumored that a M235i coupe (2 Series coupe version of the M135i) will be the first M Performance Automobile to be introduced to the US market."

kgroschi · 08-02-2012, 01:41 AM

This is basically a US 135i with all the performance parts as far as I can tell. In Europe for example, the M package on a 135i would still have fog lights, but in the US it doesn't (like the M135i).

It's like when the "exclusively" sold the 335is in the US, but basically it was a fully BMW Performance parts equipped 335i. So no worries. Just get a 135i with all performance parts and you will still be happy...

Adris · 08-02-2012, 03:41 AM

I think very soon we will see M440i

E92Hwo2 · 08-02-2012, 05:22 AM

All I can say ugly as hell ðŸ˜–

wakedaze · 08-02-2012, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by E92Hwo2

All I can say ugly as hell ðŸ˜–

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Zuzu · 08-02-2012, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by E92Hwo2

All I can say ugly as hell ðŸ˜–

+1

daz415 · 08-02-2012, 06:19 AM

I love BMW's but I dont understand why anyone would want this car. Its the ugliest thing ive seen on the road. In AUS starting price on road is north of $70k!!! Lets hope the 2 series coupe is much more attractive.

Superspeed · 08-02-2012, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by daz415

I love BMW's but I dont understand why anyone would want this car.

Maybe because it's a damn good car?

Hasek9339 · 08-02-2012, 06:30 AM

I want one!! Xdrive would be cool as well!

washy · 08-02-2012, 06:54 AM

I want one and I am really looking forward to getting mine in October.

ATS · 08-02-2012, 08:57 AM

It has a face only a mother could love.

Ka razy · 08-02-2012, 09:19 AM

Cool car for sure. But I don't care to see the M badge being placed on a car thats not really a M. "M Performance"?
Kinda of a sad day for those lucky enough to own a real M car.

jbas93 · 08-02-2012, 09:40 AM

Front looks terrible

bradleyland · 08-02-2012, 10:54 AM

"First ever BMW M Performance automobile to feature a petrol engine"

Serious question, because I don't know. What other M Performance automobiles were produced before the M135i, and what type of engines did they use? Diesel?

SoCali E90 · 08-02-2012, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bradleyland

"First ever BMW M Performance automobile to feature a petrol engine"

Serious question, because I don't know. What other M Performance automobiles were produced before the M135i, and what type of engines did they use? Diesel?

I think the M550 and another one were first to be M Performance but were running diesel engines.

will-w · 08-02-2012, 04:06 PM

I was hoping to hear some lovely engine and exhaust noises but I had to mute the volume because of that dull, emotionless voice!!

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kgroschi Second Lieutenant Drives: Before 08 M5, now '09 E90 335i Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: California, USA (home: Munich, Germany) Posts: 257 iTrader: (0)	Not in US? Not a big deal. This is basically a US 135i with all the performance parts as far as I can tell. In Europe for example, the M package on a 135i would still have fog lights, but in the US it doesn't (like the M135i). It's like when the "exclusively" sold the 335is in the US, but basically it was a fully BMW Performance parts equipped 335i. So no worries. Just get a 135i with all performance parts and you will still be happy...

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red-sauerkraut . Drives: m-car / x-car Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: northern hemisphere Posts: 2,747 iTrader: (0)	Bring this to North America or go broke on this car BMW!

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daz415 daz415 Drives: 123D Space Grey Coupe Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	I love BMW's but I dont understand why anyone would want this car. Its the ugliest thing ive seen on the road. In AUS starting price on road is north of $70k!!! Lets hope the 2 series coupe is much more attractive.

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ATS Captain Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: FL Posts: 828 iTrader: (0)	It has a face only a mother could love.

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Ka razy Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW 335I xDrive Coupe 6MT Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Heaven on Earth... Coeur d' Alene, Idaho Posts: 215 iTrader: (0)	Cool car for sure. But I don't care to see the M badge being placed on a car thats not really a M. "M Performance"? Kinda of a sad day for those lucky enough to own a real M car. __________________ 2011 BMW 335I xDrive Coupe M pagkage, 6MT 2007 BMW R1200GS Adventure Retired- 04 BMW Z4, 01 K1200RS, 00 R1150GS Four wheels move the body. Two wheels move the Soul!

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