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      12-20-2012, 10:57 PM   #119
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Originally Posted by bradleyland View Post
2013 (E82) 135i length: 172.2 in

2006 (E46) M3 length: 176.9 in

That gives them almost 5 inches to grow, while still remaining shorter than an E46 M3. I'm optimistic.
I think the change in size between the E81 and new 1er will be a good indicator of size.

E46 Coupe
Wheelbase- 107.3 inches
Length- 176.7 inches

1-Series 3-Door Hatchback (E81)
Wheelbase- 104.7 inches
Length- 166.9 inches

1-Series 2-Door Coupe (E82)
Wheelbase- 104.7 inches
Length- 172.2 inches

1-Series 3-Door Hatchback (F21)
Wheelbase- 105.9
Length- 170.2

Estimated F22 Size Based on Change Between E81 and F21
Wheelbase- 105.9 inches
Length- 175.5 inches
Weight*- +20 lbs over E82

* Calculated using the difference in weight between the 116d (F21) and the 116d (E81) which both use the N47D20. This should be roughly accurate for all models using the same engine as their predecessor. Using the difference in weight between the N52 528i and the N20 a528i we can estimate that the 228i might end up weighing about 10 lbs less than the 128i/130i. This would put the 228i at 3,198lbs if my estimations are accurate. Bear in mind that the only thing that is a fact is that I have way too much free time. haha
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