BMW M235i and 228i Coupe [Official Thread] - Specs, Wallpapers, Photos, Videos, Info

vladberca · 10-25-2013, 04:00 AM

Awesome car, good evolution of 135iS.
M2 will be released maybe in 2 years

raffoul232 · 10-25-2013, 04:31 AM

Price wise it's a good bargain. My self owning an m135i I think you don't need more in a car. It's comfortable and fast whenever needed.
Will they be making a xdrive version of the 2 series though, since the m135i comes with optional xdrive?

kevinlevrone · 10-25-2013, 04:42 AM

Finally a new BMW that looks good, after all the latest ugly models.

The former 1-series coupe was hideous all over, the current 1-series hatchback is even more hideous, the F30 is plain ugly with its lowered nose and also too big, and the F32 has a roof line that looks like a GT instead of a coupe.

It's so nice and refreshing to see a front end that instantly looks good when looking at it. Even the rear end looks quite good !

Probably the only reason why BMW didn't make this look ugly and controversial is the existence of the Mercedes CLA and Audi's latest models like the A3 sedan. Thank you Mercedes and Audi that you put BMW back on track with their designs !

I can't really find a design flaw to this, except maybe the roof line that is just a bit taller in the back to what it would have been a perfect one.

I hope they will make a Gran Coupe version of it, and an M2 Gran Coupe. That would be a really great car.

mkoesel · 10-25-2013, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by yousefnjr

Nice!

AT is 50 lbs lighter than the manual? Wow.

I saw that too. Seems a bit suspect. For the 3, 5, and Z4, the manual is lighter than the 8 speed automatic as far as I know. Are the specs mistakenly reversed or is there some new drastically lighter version of the ZF8 here?

Edit: I think its a mistake. Weights in Kg show the manual as the lighter option so clearly one is wrong, and I'll bet it is the weight in pounds.

N & M · 10-25-2013, 05:16 AM

I recently drove the M135i on a GP rated circuit and it was amazing. Having the same dynamics on cooler shape make this car a clear winner. Can't wait! Thanks BM.

duky · 10-25-2013, 05:20 AM

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Originally Posted by tony20009

Did I miss something? Is that not a huge leap in price from the 135i to the 235i?

The M235i replaces the 135is not the 135i. It is priced accordingly.

GeeRam · 10-25-2013, 05:44 AM

Too big now.

As good as the ZF auto is, it's not as good a DCT.

BUT..... the big issue for me is the dreadful electric steering on these F series cars.

For those reasons, I'll be keeping my E82 135 as long as possible.

trey100 · 10-25-2013, 05:45 AM

I haven't even received my f30 yet and I'm excited about this as my next car. Lower weight, more power, sporty but sophisticated looks - what's not to like?

Anyone notice that the M235 6MT is rated for 19/28 fuel mileage? The 335 6MT is 20/30 and weighs more. Even the 335 6MT XDrive is 20/28.

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ///M235i

Very excited to test drive both cars. I hope the looks grow on me, but right now Im not feeling this. A bit let down actually. I'm so hoping the e46 proportions and driving dynamics make up for it.

Thank GOODNESS for the videos. Much better than the stills. I'm moving closer to this car now. Videos save the day!

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 05:52 AM

Also, loving the e90 style gauges.

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paddyrx8 · 10-25-2013, 05:53 AM

Had to look twice at first

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by HotelGuy

With my Honeymoon in Germany next September, I might have to do a ED on a M235.

This looks to be a good replacement of my '11 STI. And throw a Cobb AP and a few other goodies, this puppy is gonna be quick. I have loved my Subaru but its time for something more and this M235 has it.

Honeymoon and ED? Your fiancee/wife will kill you! This trip should e everything about her, not you and your cars. Don't ask me how I know.

r3llik · 10-25-2013, 05:58 AM

Online

http://www.bmw.de/de/neufahrzeuge/2e...013/start.html

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by CombatNinja

Has an M2 been confirmed? I don't remember seeing that and I don't buy that claim. There is nowhere for an M2 to fit in terms of performance or price.

I tend to agree, however it is also difficult to imagine BMW not capitalizing on the goodwill of the 1M and following it up with similar iteration. But I agree, they don't have much room to go from this M235i.

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

I wish we knew what the 19s would look like

I'm sure they will be similar to those of the f32.

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Alumac

Why on earth would you buy a M235 when you have a M3?

Have you ever owned an M3? If you did, you would know.

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Powaup

Would you be looking to let go of your M3 if you liked the M235i or do you plan on keeping it and having 2 cars?

M235i for me would definitely be a replacement for the M3. I do not plan on keeping both.

Pure · 10-25-2013, 06:13 AM

Awesome!

termigni · 10-25-2013, 06:16 AM

this car is so mine

Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:21 AM

Ok, that's just cool.

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Falafel Combo · 10-25-2013, 06:22 AM

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GOLFFRR · 10-25-2013, 06:34 AM

I keep coming back to this thread and looking at the pics. This car is going to be great.

10-25-2013, 04:00 AM	#265
vladberca Major General 763 Rep 5,560 Posts Drives: '18 octavia 2.0 tdi dsg Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Craiova iTrader: (0)	Awesome car, good evolution of 135iS. M2 will be released maybe in 2 years
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10-25-2013, 04:31 AM	#266
raffoul232 Private 1 Rep 84 Posts Drives: m135i xdrive Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Lebanon iTrader: (0)	Price wise it's a good bargain. My self owning an m135i I think you don't need more in a car. It's comfortable and fast whenever needed. Will they be making a xdrive version of the 2 series though, since the m135i comes with optional xdrive?
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10-25-2013, 04:42 AM	#267
kevinlevrone Lieutenant 261 Rep 435 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	Finally a new BMW that looks good, after all the latest ugly models. The former 1-series coupe was hideous all over, the current 1-series hatchback is even more hideous, the F30 is plain ugly with its lowered nose and also too big, and the F32 has a roof line that looks like a GT instead of a coupe. It's so nice and refreshing to see a front end that instantly looks good when looking at it. Even the rear end looks quite good ! Probably the only reason why BMW didn't make this look ugly and controversial is the existence of the Mercedes CLA and Audi's latest models like the A3 sedan. Thank you Mercedes and Audi that you put BMW back on track with their designs ! I can't really find a design flaw to this, except maybe the roof line that is just a bit taller in the back to what it would have been a perfect one. I hope they will make a Gran Coupe version of it, and an M2 Gran Coupe. That would be a really great car.
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10-25-2013, 05:16 AM	#269
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10-25-2013, 05:44 AM	#271
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trey100 Colonel 1125 Rep 2,564 Posts Drives: 2020 M2 Competition Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	I haven't even received my f30 yet and I'm excited about this as my next car. Lower weight, more power, sporty but sophisticated looks - what's not to like? Anyone notice that the M235 6MT is rated for 19/28 fuel mileage? The 335 6MT is 20/30 and weighs more. Even the 335 6MT XDrive is 20/28.
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10-25-2013, 05:52 AM	#274
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10-25-2013, 05:58 AM	#277
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