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The performance potential of the BMW M135i is reflected in its
individual exterior and interior design features, which are integral
parts of the series equipment in this BMW M Performance automobile. The
body details are typical of a car designed to handle the aerodynamic
requirements associated with dynamic, high-performance driving
situations - it is such details that convey the unique M style and
flair. The front apron is typical of M styling that reflects the car's
firm and responsive road handling, with the large air intake vents
needed to meet the cooling demands of a high-performance straight
six-cylinder engine, auxiliary units and oversized brakes. The
competitive character of the car can also be seen in the
three-dimensional flaps on the outer air vents, a detail inspired by
automobile racing. These air inlets take up the space reserved for the
fog lights in the other versions of the three-door BMW 1-Series. They are separated by horizontal struts in Ferric Grey metallic - a design detail that distinguishes BMW M Performance cars.
In
addition to the BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line and the exterior
mirror caps in Ferric Grey, the specially contoured side skirts and
18-inch M light alloy double-spoke wheels with mixed tyres intensify the
side profile of the BMW M135i. The rear apron, the lower portion of
which is finished in Dark Shadow metallic, also encloses the dual
exhaust pipes.
Furthermore, the door sill finishers with aluminium inserts that
feature "M135i" lettering match an interior design that expresses the
joy of sheer driving pleasure. The interior details include exclusive
cloth Hexagon/Alcantara upholstery, an M leather steering wheel with
multifunction buttons and blue accent stitching, the BMW Individual
roofliner in Anthracite, interior trim in Aluminium Hexagon with matt
Estoril Blue or high-gloss black accent lines, gear selector and
handbrake with leather gaiters, M driver footrest, speedometer and rev
counter with red chronoscales. The colour of the interior lighting is
variable, and the car key features blue detailing.
BMW M135i INTERIOR DESIGN
BMW M135i EXTERIOR DESIGN
Engines: the straight six-cylinder petrol engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo for the BMW M135i tops the engine line.
This
power plant enhances the wide selection of engines available for the
new compact three-door BMW 1-Series. At the same time, it is an
essential component of a portfolio that positions BMW M Performance
automobiles at the top of the performance segment. The BMW M135i is
powered by a straight six-cylinder engine with M Performance TwinPower
Turbo technology, which is known for its spontaneous performance and
high revving, plus a level of efficiency that is remarkable in this
performance class. The technology package includes a TwinScroll
turbocharger, direct High Precision Injection with central multi-hole
injectors, VALVETRONIC variable valve control and Double VANOS variable
camshaft timing. This 3.0-litre engine delivers a maximum power output
of 235 kW/320 hp at 5 800 rpm. This impressive power results from the
maximum torque of 450 Nm that is available between 1 300 and 4 500 rpm.
The
BMW M135i sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds (automatic:
4.9 seconds) and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h - the top limit
permitted by the vehicle's electronic speed control system. Average fuel
consumption in the EU test cycle is 8.0 litres (7.5 litres)/100 km, and
the CO2 emissions level is 188 grams (175 grams) per kilometre. The
exclusive power train for the compact BMW M Performance car also
features a customised cooling system, M performance control and engine
sound tuning, plus a newly developed six-speed manual transmission with
dry sump lubrication. A dynamic eight-speed automatic sports
transmission with gearshift paddles integrated in the steering wheel is
available as an option.
BMW M135i INTERIOR AND ENGINE
The BMW M135i: maximum agility combined with unparalleled precision thanks to M-specific suspension tuning.
Model-specific suspension technology allows the BMW M135i to exploit
the performance of its uncommonly powerful engine, allowing the driver
to experience remarkably self-assured, exhilarating driving dynamics.
Thanks to the individual control of the suspension and damping systems
as well as the specific elasto-kinematics of the front axle, the BMW M
Performance vehicle is able to indulge the driver with a set of
particularly sporty driving characteristics. In addition, its Variable
Sports Steering system determines its own set of characteristics. The
harmonious interaction of engine, suspension and aerodynamic balance
rewards with a fascinatingly agile driving experience, under the precise
control of the driver at all times.The BMW M Performance vehicle is delivered with a fixed calliper M Sport Brake System with four-piston units on the front axle and two-piston units at the rear as standard equipment. The system is fitted with oversized brake discs and dark blue metallic callipers bearing the M logo. The M Sport Brake System is also available on all of the other models in the new BMW 1-Series three-door sedan range, in combination with the optional M Sport Package.
The standard 18-inch M light alloy wheels on the BMW M 135i are fitted with tyres of differing sizes: 225/40 R18 on the front axle and 245/35 R18 on the back. The high grip tyres, designed specifically for this model, guarantee that both the acceleration torque and the braking torque are optimally transmitted to the road surface.
DSC Driving Stability Control with additional features, optimised weight and comprehensive passenger protection.
The standard Dynamic Stability Control system DSC includes the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the Dynamic Traction Control system (DTC), the Cornering Brake Control system (CBC) and the Dynamic Brake Control system (DBC). These capabilities are now complemented by additional features such as the Brake Assistant, Fading Compensation, Dry Braking functionality and a Hill Start Assistant. In DTC mode, the response thresholds of the driving stability control system are automatically set at a higher level. This makes pulling away on loose sand or in deep snow far easier. In addition, controlled slippage on the drive wheels gives the vehicle the ability to dynamically oversteer when negotiating bends. When DSC mode is off, the Active Differential Brake (ADB-Sport) on the rear axle is activated. To optimise traction during acceleration in tight bends, a carefully calculated braking force is applied to any drive wheel which the system detects as slipping, to enable the remaining drive wheel on the axle to continue to power the vehicle forwards.
The principle of intelligent lightweight design, upon which the construction of the body is based, greatly enhances both the agility of the vehicle and the safety of its passengers. The targeted use of high-strength and ultra-high tensile grades of steel increases the torsional stiffness of the body, as well as the strength of the passenger safety cell, at an optimised weight. With large, generously dimensioned deformation zones and precisely calculated load paths, the considerable forces which are generated in a collision are absorbed and directed away from the passenger compartment. Standard safety equipment includes front airbags, side airbags integrated into the seat backs, head airbags for both the front and the rear seats, three-point automatic seatbelts fitted to all seats, belt force limiters and belt tensioners for the front, and ISOFIX child seat mountings in the rear.
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| BMW M135i Closer Back View |
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| BMW M135i Closer Back View |
| Body | M135 i |          | |
| Unladen, EU1 | kg | 1425/1500 | |
| Max. permissible | kg | 1955 (1970) | |
| Number of doors/seats | . | 3 / 4 (5) | |
| Track front/rear | mm | 1512 / 1532 | |
| Ground clearance | mm | 130 | |
| Turning circle | m | 10,9 | |
| Tank capacity | l | 52 | |
| Cooling system incl. heating | l | 6,7(7,2) | |
| Engine oil | l | 6.5 | |
| Engine 3, 4 | M135 i | ||
| Configuration/No. of cyls. /valves | R/6/4 | ||
| Capacity | cc | 2979 | |
| Stroke/bore | mm | 89.6/84.0 | |
| Max. output | kW/hp | 235/320 | |
| (rpm) | (5800) | ||
| Max. torque | Nm/rpm | 450/ | |
| 1300–4500 | |||
| Compression ratio | :1 | 10,2 | |
| Transmission | M135 i | ||
| Standard transmission ratio | I/II :1 | 4.110/2.13 | |
| III/IV :1 | 1.54/1.17 | ||
| V/VI/VII/R | 1/0.846/0.839/3.7 | ||
| Final drive ratio | :1 | 3,46 | |
| Performance | M135 i | ||
| Topspeed | km/h | 250 [250] | |
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | sec | 5.1 [4.9] | |
| Acceleration 80 –120 km/h in 4th/5th gear (with standard transmission) | sec | 4.3/5.0 | |
| Fuel consumption 3, 4 | M135 i | ||
| Urban | l/100 km | 11.2 [10.3] | |
| Extra-urban | l/100 km | 6.2 [5.8] | |
| Combined | l/100 km | 8 [7.5] | |
| CO2 emissions | g/km | 188 [175] | |
| Tank capacity, approx. | l | 52 | |
| Wheels | M135 i | ||
| Tyre dimensions | 205/50 R 17 W | ||
| Wheel dimensions | 7 J x 17 | ||
| Material | light alloy | ||
| Electrical system | M135 i | ||
| Battery capacity | Ah | 80 | |
| Alternator output | A | 210 | |
| W | 2940 |
