| BMW AG is poised to introduce the newly | | | | sophisticated suspension system with aluminium |
| launched BMW 1 Series Coupe in North America | | | | double-pivot front suspension and a five-link fully |
| during the upcoming 2007 Los Angeles Auto | | | | independent rear suspension made of lightweight |
| Show. The year ending show will be the stage for | | | | steel. A sports suspension is also offered, which |
| the American debut of the vehicle. | | | | includes high-performance brake system and |
| After unveiling the BMW 1 Series Coupe, the | | | | brake cooling. In addition, BMW also offers |
| German automaker will roll out the vehicle in | | | | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Dynamic Traction |
| dealer showrooms all over the United States in | | | | Control (DTC) function, and Active Steering. |
| the spring of 2008. Only two model variants of | | | | Every BMW 1 Series Coupe models is equipped |
| the BMW 1 Series Coupe will be offered: the | | | | with sophisticated exterior styling and |
| BMW 128i and the BMW 135i. Both model variants | | | | aerodynamic components. The sporty appearance |
| will be equipped with a monstrous 3.0-liter inline | | | | features the long hood, short overhangs, long |
| six-cylinder engine under its hood. | | | | wheelbase, large frameless doors, and the |
| This power unit for the BMW 1 Series Coupe is | | | | standard M Aerodynamic Kit. The rear portion of |
| capable of producing 300 horsepower and | | | | the BMW 1 Series Coupe features trunklid with |
| developing 300 lb ft of torque from 1,400 rpm. | | | | integrated spoiler, and additional lip spoiler for the |
| The engine is also equipped with powertrain | | | | 135i Coupe. |
| features like direct piezo gasoline injectors, twin | | | | As expected for all BMW models, the BMW 1 |
| turbochargers, and Valvetronic valvetrain | | | | Series Coupe comes with a luxurious. elegant, and |
| management (for the 128i Coupe only). With this | | | | comfortable interior. The car is equipped with 60 |
| powertrain package, it allows both the BMW 1 | | | | 40 split rear seat, iDrive system with optional |
| Series Coupe models to accelerate from 0 to 62 | | | | Navigation system, Galvanized pearl gloss |
| mph in just 5.3 seconds, reaching an electronically | | | | surfaces, and Leatherette or rich Boston Leather |
| limited top speed of 155 mph. In spite of the | | | | upholstery, SIRIUS satellite radio, HD radio, |
| powerful performance, the engine still offers an | | | | Premium Sound system, Bluetooth connectivity, |
| impressive fuel economy and low exhaust | | | | and connection port for MP3 players. |
| emissions. | | | | Optional interior features are also offered like the |
| High quality technical parts continue to the | | | | sports buckets seats, which is included in the |
| suspension, steering, braking system, and other | | | | Sports Package. The 1 Series Coupe could also |
| systems. The new BMW 1 Series Coupe offers a | | | | have BMW racing parts for customization. |