BMW M135i: Revealed in Germany
by NextCars.Net
Photographs of the rumoured substantial efficiency F21 M135i have appeared on German on-line publication BimmerToday.
The M135i will almost surely take its spot in a new item category for BMW, called M Performance Automobiles, and alongside what should be the mighty impressive M550d xDrive, M550d xDrive Touring, X5 M50d and X6M50d.
At first, at least, the petrol powered M135i will be rear-wheel drive in the two three and 5-door configurations. Later in 2012 an xDrive version will also be launched, the report says.
Plainly visible in the spy shots is a more aggressive front bumper than is offered with the ‘M Sports’ package for the existing (F20) one Series. The rear styling is also a lot more overt, with the diffuser encompassing two split exhaust tips one on each and every side.
This Valencia orange prototype is a hint as to the probability of an M-type individuality plan, which in this case, incorporates matte black side mirror caps.
It’s not confirmed, as BMW are yet to officially acknowledge the vehicle, but anticipate a turbocharged, in-line six-cylinder 3.-litre engine with 238kW of energy to sit under the bonnet of the M135i.
The BMW M135i is probably to be revealed at this year’s Geneva Motor Show in March.
(photograph source: Uberto for BimmerToday)
