CAR GARAGE | BMW M135i (2013) | 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 light alloy M Double-spoke wheels with mixed tires intensify the side profile of the BMW M135i. The color of the interior lighting is variable, and the car key features blue detailing.
The standard DSC Dynamic Stability Control system includes the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the Dynamic Traction Control system (DTC), Cornering Brake Control the system (CBC) and the Dynamic Brake Control system (DBC). In DTC mode, the response thresholds of the driving stability control system are automatically set at a higher level. To optimize traction during acceleration in tight bends, a carefully calculated braking force is applied to any drive wheel as the which the system detects slipping, to enable the remaining drive wheel on the axle to continue to power the vehicle forwards. 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.
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. The BMW M Performance vehicle is delivered with a fixed calliper Brake System M Sport 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 high grip tires, designed specifically for this model, both the guarantee That the acceleration torque and braking torque are optimally transmitted to the road surface.
This power plant enhances the wide selection of engines available for the new compact three-door BMW 1-Series. 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-liter engine delivers a maximum power output of 235 kW/320 hp at 5800 rpm. The exclusive power train for the compact BMW M car also features a Performance customized cooling system, M performance tuning control and engine sound, plus a newly developed six-speed manual transmission with dry sump lubrication. A dynamic eight-speed automatic transmission with gearshift paddles sports integrated in the steering wheel is available as an option.
