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Earlier today, we brought you the latest spyshots of the next convertible from BMW. Rumor has it that both the 3-Series coupe and convertible will be know as the 4-Series with the arrival of the next generation, based on the F30 platform.
The reports really don’t have a firm base, but it’s clear that BMW officials are seriously considering the move. Why this would create some differentiation between the four-doors and the two doors, we thing BMW could have introduced a completely different car as the 4er. However, there’s no mistaking the advantages of moving the 1-Series models to the 2-Series name.
You can never completely associate the impractical hatchback with that sleek 1M Coupe. The move would leave the door open for BMW to make a smaller official M car. Last year, the name “M2” was officially trademarked in Germany and America, and rumor has it they are working on a light, powerful car with lots of carbon fiber.
BMW is also considering adding xDrive to the new 2-Series models as an option. The move is already semi-official in the case of the upcoming 135i created by M Performance.
Car Magazine even goes as far as to state the outputs of the engines for the car. The 2.0-liter petrol will be available with either 150 or 218 horsepower, while the diesel option will have 214 hp.
You can never completely associate the impractical hatchback with that sleek 1M Coupe. The move would leave the door open for BMW to make a smaller official M car. Last year, the name “M2” was officially trademarked in Germany and America, and rumor has it they are working on a light, powerful car with lots of carbon fiber.
BMW is also considering adding xDrive to the new 2-Series models as an option. The move is already semi-official in the case of the upcoming 135i created by M Performance.
Car Magazine even goes as far as to state the outputs of the engines for the car. The 2.0-liter petrol will be available with either 150 or 218 horsepower, while the diesel option will have 214 hp.
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