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Kilometer Magazine Drive the 335is (w/Video)

MotoringFile Sections: E90 3 Series Jan 31st, 2010 4 Comments

For another view on the 335is, we turn to our friends at Kilometer who had a chance to sample the 335is at the same track in Portugal last week. Here’s a quick excerpt:

Purists will likely want the six-speed manual transmission that comes standard, but new seven-speed DCT gearbox will actually get you up to speed more quickly. There’s simply no beating a pre-selected gear and computer-controlled clutch for shifting speed and accuracy. I was able to pull an honest 0-to-60 time of 5.0 seconds on the cool, damp surface of Estoril’s front straight (measured with a vBox performance meter), and that was without the gearbox’s launch control program (which was deactivated in our pre-production cars). On top of being faster, the DCT engages quite smoothly; even lugging around at low speeds it never exhibited the jerkiness that other cars with dual-clutch transmissions often do.

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Autoblog Reviews the 335is

MotoringFile Sections: E90 3 Series Jan 31st, 2010 3 Comments

While at the new F10 5 Series launch in Portugal, BMW rolled out the 335is (a US specific model) for a few hot laps in an effort to get some press around the car. While we didn’t make the trek over there, our good friends at Autoblog had some time behind the wheel and have an initial review as result. It’s worth a read to get a sneak but also yet another view of the question many of us have been asking. With the M3 starting at only 8k more, the 335is really worth it?

Here’s an excerpt:

Think of it this way: a 2010 M3 coupe starts at $58,400, to which you must add $875 for destination and a further $1,300 for gas guzzler taxes (a 2011 model has not yet been announced). Total cost? $60,575 – before options. Yes, the V8-powered M3 offers significantly more horsepower (414), but does so at a skyscraping 8,300 rpm and has a comparative dearth of torque – 295 vs. 332 pound-feet – and that’s without considering the 335i’s massive overboost. What’s more, the 335is’ full measure of twist is available from just 1,500 revs, while the M3’s eight-pot needs to be spinning more than twice as fast at 3,900 rpm. Lest we forget, despite its carbon-fiber roof, it also weighs a smidge more.

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2011 Models Arrive Early for the US Market

MotoringFile Sections: //M3\\, //M5\\, //X5 M\\, //X6 M\\, E63/E64 6 Series, E89 Z4 Roadster, E90 3 Series, F01 7 Series, F07 PAS, F10 5 Series Jan 28th, 2010 7 Comments

As you may have picked up from our recently posts, BMW is being very aggressive with changing to relatively new models across the range this spring. So aggressive in fact that they’ve decided to begin 2011 model year starting with Spring production of most models. Some highlights:

  • The M3 Competition Package is real and includes 10 mm lower suspension, 19” M3 GTS wheels, remapped Electronic Damping Control and Dynamic Stability Control systems.
  • X5 now comes with the N55 single turbo inline six
  • BMW has introduced value packages to the aging 1 and 3 series models
  • Most models equipped with the twin turbo N54 inline six will be transitioning to the N55 single turbo for 2011.

Most vehicles receive minor changes for MY2011 in the form of options and new or revised packages, but some models are either all-new (for example, the new BMW 5 Series sedan and BMW ALPINA B7) or substantially updated (3 Series Coupe and Convertible). For existing models, what will not change for the start of the MY2011 are base Manufacturer Suggested Retail Prices. You can get all the details for the entire range in the official release below:

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Official Release: 2011 BMW 335is

MotoringFile Sections: E90 3 Series Jan 23rd, 2010 14 Comments

BMW launched the 2011 335is at Estoril yesterday. The official release is below and the one glaring facts that was not reported on before the official launch was that there is a 6 speed manual being offered! This “is” model will feature 320 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque in manual form from its N54 twin turbo inline six. It will be a more enthusiast oriented offering to slate in-between the 335i and ///M3. It will only be offered in coupe and convertible models. Official public debut is set for the NY International Auto Show.

Special high-performance models exclusively for North American marketplace.

Confirming what may have been this year’s worst-kept auto industry secret, BMW announces the introduction of the BMW 335is Coupe and Convertible, each destined to take a place in history among the line of desirable, often collectible, BMW “s” models. Based on the newly-enhanced BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible, the new BMW 335is features the award-winning, twin-turbocharged BMW inline-6 engine, specially tuned and equipped to produce 320 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque from its 3.0-liters. For the first time on a BMW 3 Series in the US, the 7-speed Double Clutch Transmission (DCT) with Launch Control will be available as an option, in place of the standard 6-speed manual transmission. Equipped with the DCT, the 335is Coupe is capable of 0-60mph acceleration in 5 seconds flat. The BMW 335is will debut at the New York International Auto Show and arrive at BMW Centers later in the spring. Pricing will begin at $50,525 including Destination for the 335is Coupe, and $59,075 including Destination for the Convertible.

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2011 BMW 335is Breaks Cover

MotoringFile Sections: E90 3 Series, Official News Jan 20th, 2010 5 Comments

Compliments of BMWUSA.com come the images of the soon to launch 2011 335is (the official announcement will be January 22nd). The “is” (which is obviously next to the 335 on the emblem) models will feature an up-tuned N54 twin turbo motor, styling cues, larger wheels and other exclusive features. A dual clutch transmission will also be available as an optional extra. This car looks to feature parts directly out of the BMW Performance catalog, the body kit and wheels especially! We are expecting the official numbers and information soon but for now 322hp and 369 lb-ft of torque during overboost are what we are hearing for output. As always we will keep you updated.

Revealed: 3 Series Coupé & Convertible M Sport

MotoringFile Sections: E90 3 Series Jan 19th, 2010 5 Comments

For those in the know, the sport package is an essential part of any BMW purchase. And for those really wanting to set their cars apart, the M Sport package gives you all the sport package goodness with a dose of M car attitude. Today we take a look at the 2011 3 Series Coupe and Convertible with the M Sport package. The general design of the M aerokit hasn’t changed too much but it does create a slightly different effect with the larger headlights especially.

As before inside featuring unique trim, M Steering wheel, M Shifter, anthracite headliner and specific M Sport wheels.

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BMW Model Number Cheat Sheet

Classics
E9 CS (1968-1976)
E10 2002 (1967-1977)

1 Series
E81/82/88 1 Series (2004-)
F20 1 Series

3 Series
E21 3 Series (1975-1983)
E30 3 Series (1982-1993
E36 3 Series (1991-2000)
E46 3 Series (1999-2006)
E90/E91/E92/E93 3 Series (2006-)
F30 3 Series (2013-)

5 Series
E12 5 Series (1972-1981)
E28 5 Series (1981-1988)
E34 5 Series (1987-1995)
E39 5 Series (1995-2002)
E60/E61 5 Series (2003-2010)
F07 5 Series GT (2010-)
F10 5 Series (2011-)

6 Series
E24 6 Series (1976-1989)
E63 6 Series (2005-)
E64 6 Series Conv. (2006-)
F12 6 Series (2012-)

7 Series
E23 7 Series (1977-1987)
E32 7 Series (1988-1994)
E38 7 Series (1995–2001)
E65/E66 7 Series (2001-2008)
F01/02 7 Series (2009-)

8 Series
E31 8 Series (1989-1999)

X Series
E84 X1 (2009-)
E83 X3 (2004-2011)
F25 X3 (2011-)
E53 X5 (1999-2006)
E70 X5 (2006-)
E71 X6 (2008-)

Z Series
E36/7 Z3 Roadster
E36/7 Z3 Coupe (1995-2001)
E86 Z4 Coupe (2006-2009)
E85 Z4 Roadster (2002-2009)
E86 Z4 M Coupe (2006-2009)
E89 Z4 Roadster (2009-)
E52 Z8 (2000-2003)

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