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Spyshots: BMW 1-Series GT Production Version

The world will soon have to get used to a front-wheel drive BMW, just like it has had to grow accustomed to BMW SUBs and BMW turbo engines. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen the FWD 1-Series GT testing, but the model you see here is the actual production version, which has different A-pilar and roof line than before.
BMW 1-Series GT 8 photos
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However, the heardlight assembly and front bumper aren’t quite ready for their big debut in summer 2013. From what we can tell, the 1-Series GT will be very close to the Concept Active Tourer we saw in Frankfurt.

Expect the engine range to be made up exclusively of 3-cylinder, diesel and petrol, and possibly also a 4-banger for the most powerful versions. Outputs are expected to top out at over 200 horsepower, which is impressive for a 1.5-liter turbo. Also, this model has twin exhaust, indicating it’s a performance model.

If FWD doesn’t flip your boat, the 1er GT will arrive in AWD flavor as well.
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About the author: Mihnea Radu
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Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida.
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