BMW is busy working on the next-gen, 2020 BMW 1 Series, and has released some initial details and prototype images to stir some excitement. It will switch from the existing rear-wheel drive layout to a new front- and all-wheel drive configuration. The new model is still undergoing extensive prototype testing. […]
BMW M135i
BMW M140i & M240i revealed; 250kW for entry M Performance models
BMW’s M Performance range has been updated, with the entry M135i and M235i now superseded by the new M140i and M240i, bringing more power and reduced fuel consumption. These two are BMW’s smallest performance models, stopping just short of the M2 in terms of outright performance. For the update, BMW […]
2015 BMW 1 Series facelift on sale in Australia from $36,900
Australian pricing has today been announced for the facelifted 2015 BMW 1 Series, which the Bavarian giant is calling “one of the most comprehensive” mid-cycle updates in recent BMW history. The facelift, which was penned by Sydney-born designer Calvin Luk, includes a substantial boost in standard equipment across the range. […]
2015 BMW M135i revealed, more power & technology
BMW has revealed the 2015 M135i hatch, showcasing facelifted styling and new trimmings, a more powerful engine, and more advanced technology. Perhaps the biggest change is the uprated engine. It’s borrowed from the M235i, consisting of a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six producing 240kW of power and 450Nm of torque. Despite […]
BMW M135i laps the Nurburgring in 8:18
Beating the BMW E46 M3 by around seven seconds, Sport Auto magazine in Germany has conducted one of its full lap time trials at the famous Nurburgring in the new BMW M135i hatch, recording a time of just 8:18. This is the first full official lap the car has done, […]
Australia’s Best Cars Awards for 2012 – results
The official Australia’s Best Cars results are out for 2012, and it’s a tie between BMW and Hyundai for the manufacturer that has picked up the most awards. Australia’s Best Cars Awards is an annual event that is run by the Australian Automobile Association, in conjunction with a number of […]
BMW M135i on sale in Australia from $68,400
The all-new BMW M135i has been officially launched in Australia. The high performance hatch is the second ‘M Performance’ model to join the showroom range, following the introduction of the X5 and X6 M50d SUVs earlier this year. If you’re in the market for a serious hot hatch, there are […]
2012 BMW M135i hatch on sale in Australia from $68,400
BMW Australia has announced pricing details for the potent little 2012 BMW M135i hatch. The M135i is seen as a hatch version of the wicked BMW 1 Series M Coupe. The BMW M135i hatch is a high performance version of the flagship variant in the 1 Series range. It features […]