Tag: M135i

  • M135i xDrive (F40) “DCL DÄHLer competition line” – striking style and presence with “Wow” effect.

    2021 BMW M135i xDrive

    By all means, the latest 1-series M135i xDrive may be seen and does not have to hide from its class competitors. Its athletic exterior with distinctive details knows how to convince by its extremely striking front with large air intakes, prominent double kidney in mesh design and slanted adaptive LED headlights, as well as the rear spoiler and the wide rear apron in diffuser optics.

    With its sporty, progressive design it stands up to its strength. This leading role is further enhanced by the edition as M135i xDrive «DCL dÄHLer competition line»– it keeps its promises and makes a formative impression. And this not only optically…

    Here are the technical highlights of the M135i xDrive (F40) «DCL dÄHLer competition line» with the «Wow» effect, which is now available in front of the workshop door for getting in and driving off – original engine: 225 kW (306 PS), 450 Nm (lb-ft 332):

    • Power increase «powered by dÄHLer»: 256 kW (348 PS), 500 Nm (lb-ft 369), incl. abolition of the standard V/max limitation, top speed 265 km/h. WLTP-E6d-temp tested and EU/CH homologated.
    • 2-pipe stainless steel exhaust system «built by dÄHLer» with the sporty, sonorous and unmistakable dÄHLer-typical sound is a highlight. The exhaust system is also a visual treat as it is not visible from the rear. But not only that: it is a completely new dÄHLer development, similar to the M2 models Competition and CS. The exhaust system is rounded off by dÄHLer’s ceramic-coated tailpipes with an impressive 114 mm diameter. The excellent features of the ceramic coating, such as high hardness and wear resistance, electrical insulation, low thermal conductivity and constantly reproducible surface structure are convincing in practice and result in a great look accompanied by highest quality.

    Would you like a little more? For racing enthusiasts among BMW drivers, dÄHLer offers an additional CAN-               bus controlled exhaust flap control system for club sport events and trackdays under its in-house «DRL dÄHLer   race line». Here, the M135i-xDrive pilot retains 100% control of the maximum sound at all times – in every           driving mode, rpm and speed range. (not EU/CH homologated)

    • Performance coilover suspension «built by dÄHLer» specifically and carefully tuned to the vehicle for a further increase in agility. Or, on request, if only an optical upgrade and lowering is required, a harmonious sports spring set «built by dÄHLer», which is explicitly tuned to the “Electronic Damper System EDC”.
    • The delicacy and the true greatness for the M135i xDrive: Where others draw a final line at 19″, dÄHLer provides your BMW M135i xDrive the finishing touch – with the stylish, high-quality, exclusive and ultra-light 20″ forged wheel «dÄHLer CDC1 FORGED». Using state-of-the-art production technology, dÄHLer has designed a wheel which meets the highest demands with maximum strength and at the same time the lowest weight.

    The wheel is aesthetically optimally integrated into the overall appearance of the M135i xDrive and thus         supports the powerful appearance in a harmonious way due to its optimal size.

    The advantages at a glance:

    • 30% to 35% weight saving compared to conventional light alloy wheels
    • significantly improved longitudinal and lateral dynamics
    • significantly improved acceleration and deceleration values due to the lower accelerated mass
    • improved and more agile handling/steering behavior
    • high-quality paint (powder coating) for perfect protection of the forged wheel surface
    • large selection of individual surface colors, with integrated FORGED and dÄHLer lettering
    • For all models without the high-performance M-brake, a sporty-elegant 20-inch alloy wheel «dÄHLer CDC1» is alternatively available in many different versions – also developed and manufactured in-house.

    Call, make an appointment, optimize, drive off and experience the 1-series driving pleasure for yourself. True to the motto: power, performance & pure fun! With the M135i xDrive «DCL dÄHLer competition line», which has been tuned and optimized as a desirable overall package, you can literally feel the technological harmony and precision and enjoy the sporty, active feeling.

    And last but not least: Meanwhile, word has got around that dÄHLer does not only dedicate itself to the respective top model of a series, but also offers an optimization for (almost) every motorization (gasoline or diesel) as well as tested and homologated performance upgrades «powered by dÄHLer». This also applies to the dÄHLer interpretation of the new 1-series.

  • Abu Dhabi BMW 1-Series M135i – Another One!

    Abu Dhabi Motors has unveiled another BMW 1-Series M135i Special Edition . The hot hatchback comes with minor styling upgrades only for the exterior.Outside, Abu Dhabi M135i comes with white paint finish and a lot blue and black accents. There is a full ///M Performance Package including carbon fiber bumper splitters, side sills and mirror covers along with a blackened kidney grille and smoked taillights. Last, but not least are the decals on the side doors. The look is way more cleaner and impressive than the previous version.The engine is a 3.0 liter six-cylinder twin-turbo with 320HP (235 kW) at 5,800RPM and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque at 1,250RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.No words about pricing, yet.

  • Manhart MH1 BMW 1-Series M135i – 405HP and 560Nm

    Manhart Racing has revealed their latest tuning project called MH1 and based on the BMW 1-Series M135i. The latest 1-Series is rather ugly, but Manhart has managed to make it a little more pleasant to look.

    The tuning package includes styling and performance upgrades as well. The 3.0 liter six-cylinder turbocharged engine is boosted to 405HP (298 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft) – an increase of 85HP and 110Nm. The result is thanks to an additional control unit and a complete sports exhaust system.

    The exterior boasts an aggressive matt black foil wrap and some yellow accents on the side skirts, bumper blades and brake calipers, which by the way are 8-piston at the front and 4-piston at the rear with 380x32mm discs generating extreme stopping power. There are also new alloy wheels – 8.5J x 19” at the front and 9.5J x 19” at the rear fitted with Michelin Super Sport tires. Last, but not least is the KW Clubsport coilover suspension offering perfect stance and handling and a Quaife LSD (a mechanical limited-slip differential).

    The interior  comes with a nice combination of leather and Alcantara upholstery matching the exterior in black and yellow colors. There are also BMW Performance seats.

    Source: Manhart

  • Tuningwerk BMW M135i – Fast and “Ugly”

    Tuningwerk has announced their latest project based on the new BMW 1-Series M135i. The top-of-range model received styling and performance upgrades turning it into a real small beast.

    The 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged I6 originally produces 320HP (235 kW) and 450Nm (333 lb-ft) of torque. It can be boosted from 360HP (265 kW) to 450HP (331 kW) thanks to a sports exhaust system with a down pipe with 200 cells cat, modified turbo charger, an enlarged intercooler and an ECU re-map. Tuningwerk also offers a 2 kg lighter dual mass flywheel or a single mass flywheel with about 4,5 kgs of weight saving and a reinforced clutch.

    The suspension received  triple adjustable KW Clubsport coilovers and an LSD (limited slip differential). The M135i rolls 245/40 R18 (front) and 265/35R18 (rear) Dunlop Direzza semi slicks.

    Additionally, there has been installed a BMW performance braking system with Tuningwerk racing brake pads and steel flex pipes. The warm state braking values reach incredible 33 meters (about 100 ft.).

    The interior gets Recaro pole position seats and a driver’s cage is also available as an option.

    The Tuningwerk M135i is able to lap Hockenheim GP in 1 minute and 58 seconds.

    Source: Tuningwerk

  • Sportec BMW 1-Series M135i in Geneva

    Sportec has announced their tuning package for BMW 1-Series M135i. The car was exhibited at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

    The tuning company offers a two-stage kit for the powerful small BMW. Stage I includes an ECU re-map boosting the six-cylinder twin-turbocharged 3.0 liter petrol to 355HP (261 kW) and 510Nm (376 lb-ft), which is an increase of 35HP (26 kW) and 60Nm (44 lb-ft).

    Stage II includes a 200-cell catalysts and a new downpipe. This adds another 15HP, so the overall power is 370HP (272 kW). 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 275 (171 mph) – electronically limited. This is 0.3 seconds quicker than the stock variant.

    The price of Stage II Performance package is €4,300.

    Source: Sportec

  • BMW 1-Series F20 M135i – Nurburgring Lap in 8:05

    The BMW ///M135i is suitable not only for going at the race track during weekends, but everyday driving.  Still, it is one of the fastest small cars around the Nurbring. It managed to finish a lap around the Nordschleife in just 8 minutes and 5 seconds.

    The M135i is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine with 320HP (235 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) becomes furious. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter, the small sports car will easily go beyond 280 km/h.

    Enjoy the video!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfbvmahnIS8

    Source: autoforumCZ via Youtube

  • The Fastest Christmas Song in the World – BMW ///M135i

    The most powerful “normal” 1-Series – the BMW M135i is really an exceptional vehicle. It comes with everything that a track day driver needs – extremely powerful engine, sports suspension, big brakes and nice comfy interior.

    The BMW ///M135i is suitable not only for going at the race track during weekends, but everyday driving. It has low fuel consumption and it is relatively quiet, until you press the pedal to the metal. When that happens, the monster under the hood – a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine with 320HP (235 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) becomes furious. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter, the small sports car will easily go beyond 280 km/h.

    Here is a “normal” situation perfectly suitable for the M135i – 4 people singing “Jingle Bells”, while a race driver is doing some drifts at the race track.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjncA7jau2g

    Source: BMW

  • BMW 1-Series M135i [spy photo]

    A production ready BMW 1-Series M135i 5-door hatchback was spied by BimmerToday.de. The painted in Estoril Blau car sits calm in a parking lot in Germany and doesn’t reveal any of its brutal characteristics.The performance vehicle was firstly introduced as the M135i Concept at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this month. The F20 135i M Performance comes with a sport-tuned suspension, a M-sport brake system, a set of Shadow Line 18” M light alloys with a double spoke design.Of course, the car comes with complete ///M-package consisting of an aggressive front bumper, modified side skirts and restyled rear bumper housing the single round chrome tailpipes at each end of it.The M135i is powered by the famous 3.0 liter straight-six N55 petrol engine featuring twin-scroll turbocharger. The exact figures are not mentioned, but probably it will have 306HP (225 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft).Stay tuned for more information.

    BMW 1-Series M135i
    BMW 1-Series M135i
    Source: bimmertoday.de

  • BMW Concept M135i

    BMW will exhibit the Concept M135i at the Geneva Motor Show, next month.

    The new BMW performance car features a twin-turbocharged straight six-cylinder petrol engine. It will produce more than 300PS (220 kW), which will be sent to the rear wheels. This makes the M135i a unique vehicle in its class ensuring unsurpassed driving pleasure so typical of a BMW.

    But the M135i will also benefit from a new sports suspension technology that includes an M sports braking system and is perfectly adapted to match the supreme road performance. A set of 18” M light alloys with a double spoke design are fitted with low profile performance tires.

    The exterior features new front apron, large air intakes, new rear apron and double tailpipe sports exhaust system in dark chrome.

    Thanks to a distinctively sports-oriented appearance, the BMW Concept M135i offers attractive prospects for the further development of the BMW 1 Series model range. At the same time, a clear signal has been given for the expansion of the new product category of BMW M Performance automobiles. The BMW M Performance automobiles being presented at the Geneva Motor Show and shortly to be launched are powered by the world’s most high-performing six-cylinder diesel engine available for series production vehicles. The petrol-fuelled models in this product category will also assume a similar unique position.

    The pre-series concept car BMW Concept M135i offers a fascinating outlook on a corresponding offer in the premium compact segment.

    BMW Concept M135i
    BMW Concept M135i

    Source: BMW