After rumors and more rumors, teasers and videos designed to get the long teeth, and we got our hands all the information on the new BMW 1 Series M Coupe. As is known, is a sporty version based on BMW 1 Series Coupe, which has major mechanical changes, aesthetic and equipment.
But one thing and talk about how to frame the German house BMW 1 Series M Coupe. The idea of BMW is to recover the spirit of a classic as is the BMW E30 M3And considers this new model as the grandson of sports that now will also enable "Young people can enjoy the experience offered a BMW M.“
The other feature BMW wants to highlight in this model is the ability to give the best of himself in the circuit and every day, besides riding (in cases such as that option), features worthy of his older brothers. A delight, but let's go by parts.
Exterior Design BMW 1 Series M Coupe
The exterior proportions are similar to those of BMW 1 Series Coupe But not identical. This new model measures 4.38 meters long, 1.42 meters high and 1.803 meters wide. The last fact is explained by an increase in track width front and rear to improve its dynamic qualities.
The front is dominated by three air intakes, not only meets aesthetic functions. Air enters each of the laterals and is redirected through tubes to the outside of the wheel arches, so that creates a air curtain improves aerodynamics. According to BMW is the first time a production car has a system like this.
The mirrors are basically the same as that used BMW M3, And like the front spoiler has also been redesigned to improve aerodynamics of the whole. On the other hand headlamp xenon model will be front and type LED in the rear.
Of course the rear spoiler has been redesigned and now looks chrome exhaust pipes, an aspect consistent with the small spoiler at the end of the vehicle at high speeds to generate extra down force on the rear axle. Finally, BMW 1 Series M Coupe looks a 19-inch wheels sporty design.
The heart of BMW 1 Series M Coupe
Is no doubt that the engine of this model is its defining characteristic. The engine (N54) with which this model will have a three-liter six-cylinder's displacement, Thanks to two turbochargers develops no less than 340 hp, plus a pair, care, 450 Nm Constant between 1,500 and 4,500 rpm. Jet cutting is at the 7,000 turns.
This engine is combined with a manual gearbox six relations. You have used an electronic differential lock whose degree is adjustable. With all this BMW 1 Series M Coupe is capable of reaching 100 kilometers per hour in just 4.9 seconds and 200 km at 17.3. The average consumption stands at 9.6 liters per 100 kilometers.
Chassis and components BMW 1 Series M Coupe
Another feature of this model is that it has many elements in principle designed for BMW M3, which have been adapted so they can be used by his younger brother. The total weight of the vehicle amounts to 1,495 kg. Keep in mind that some elements of the suspension have been made entirely of aluminum.
In addition, the behavior of this new model is enhanced by a series of attachments such as variable locking electronic differential, upgraded brake system with discs (360 mm front and 350 rear) compounds and stability control (sensitivity DSC) Adjustable thanks to the function M Dynamic Mode.
Interior BMW 1 Series M Coupe
The interior of this car trying to be consistent with the exterior design of the vehicle and the performance of boasting. For starters, the front seats, leather manufactured Boston, have a sportier design and also look logo on the headrests version.
On the other side of the roof is black anthracite, in line with the door panels and interior trim. Besides the shift lever and handbrake have orange stitching. These aspects are reinforced by sports instrument panel now has a speedometer reaches 300 mph (Even though the vehicle is limited to 250 km / h) and a multifunction leather steering wheel design M, From which we can turn the key magic which will vary the engine power curve, making the throttle response is more sporty.
Equipment BMW 1 Series M Coupe
The sports equipment is completed by other elements such as audio system BMW Radio Business of six speakers, cruise control or air conditioning and we can choose the optional dual zone climate control, rain sensor, dimming mirrors and a navigation system, which must be combined with iDrive infotainment system. Finally, we equip our BMW 1 Series M Coupe with the system Connected Drive through which we interact with our Smartphone.
Price and release
We can only give some details on this new model. The retail price for Germany will be 50,500 Euros (VAT), And will be available at dealerships in the country in May 2011. The BMW 1 Series M Coupe is manufactured in Leipzig plant BMW M GmbH.
