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Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2005 5:26 pm Post subject: UK to get hot new 130i |
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Taken from: http://www.topgear.com/content/news/stories/19/
July 22, 2005
Hot 1-Series confirmed
BMW has confirmed the hottest 1-Series yet - the 130i - will be available from September.
The new car will use a tweaked version of BMW's 258bhp lightweight magnesium-alloy six-cylinder engine. Power output is claimed to be 265bhp, and torque is up from 221lb ft to 232lb ft - making it the most powerful BMW six-cylinder engine bar the 3.2-litre unit in the M3.
On the road, this means 0-62mph in 6.1 seconds and a limited top speed of 155mph. Fuel consumption will be 30.7mpg on the combined cycle, while the EU4-compliant powertrain produces 221g/km.
BMW 1-Series buyers will also be able to order active steering for the first time on the 130, which varies the steering ratio depending on road speed.
Prices are set at �24,745 for the 130i SE and �26,515 for the 130i M Sport, which includes a range of 'M' styling accessories for your cash.
Check out your local BMW dealer for more info. |
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