View Single Post
      10-05-2012, 12:41 AM   #115
iceman335
Private First Class
31
Rep
176
Posts

Drives: 2012 F25 X3 xDrive35i M-Sport
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: San Jose, CA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jason

SUMMARY

To recap, here is an updated list of what we know about the F80/F82 so far:
  • Lighter than current M3
    • targeting E46 M3 weight
  • More powerful than current M3
    • approximately same HP, but around 100 lb-ft more torque (in range of 395 lb-ft)
  • Faster than current M3
  • More efficient than current M3
  • Powered by an inline 6 cylinder multi turbo engine (source, source)
  • Offered with optional or standard manual transmission
  • Electric Power Steering (completely reworked for precision for M3/M4)
  • Tires (from prototype) - Michelin Pilot Super Sport: 255/35/19 (front), 275/35/19 (rear)
  • Front styling to feature elements from the M6 and 1M coupe, with Air Curtain technology (our render)
  • Hood to feature power/vent bump
  • M3 Introduced late 2013 - early 2014 (concept debuts earlier)
  • M4 Introduced no earlier than late 2014

Stay tuned for more information on the F80 M3 sedan and keep track of our ongoing coverage: http://www.bimmerpost.com/m3/f30m3/
Remember what I have said below:

F30 will have a 3.2L L6 engine, ~440-450hp for MY14 model and ~470-480hp optional power pkg start to be available for either MY15 or MY16.

My friend works as an internship at BMW...

Last edited by iceman335; 10-05-2012 at 12:50 AM..
Appreciate 0