11-14-2013, 05:30 PM | #1 |
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2 Series Pricing - Australia
http://www.ausmotive.com/2013/11/14/...rom-79990.html
BMW Australia is arming its dealers with pricing and specification details for the forthcoming 2 Series Coupe. Local allocations will begin production in January 2014, meaning you could start seeing them in showrooms by March, possibly late February. BMW 220i Coupe – $50,500* BMW 220d Coupe – $52,500* BMW M235i Coupe – $79,900* *Manufacturer’s list pricing (includes GST & LCT), correct at time of publication. We’ll focus on the M235i for now. Costing well over 80-grand driveaway, at full retail price, we’re seeing the reality of BMW’s aim of placing a higher premium on the 2 Series Coupe compared with the 1 Series hatch. The M135i currently has a list price of $64,900 and $15,000 buys a lot of options. On the other hand you get an extra 5kW and a pretty face in the M235i. Crucially, for performance-minded buyers, the M235i pricing will position it in between the Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG hatchback ($74,990) and four-door CLA 45 AMG ($86,900). Standard specification highlights 8-speed sports automatic transmission with Launch Control and ECO PRO mode with coasting function. Navigation system Business (standard for 220i/200d) Navigation system Professional (standard for M235i) Extended Bluetooth connectivity Cruise Control with braking function Automatic air conditioning with 2-zone control Highlights include Standard equipment lines: Sport Line or Modern Line for 2201i and 220d. Functional elegance with a free-standing flatscreen on-board monitor. An Easy-Entry function built into the front seat provides convenient access for the rear passengers. Unique versatility thanks to an optional 40/20/40-split rear backrest. Superior everyday usability – features include large storage compartments in the doors and two cup holders positioned in front of the shift lever/gear selector. Increased space – more legroom (+21mm) and foot room in the rear as well as 20 litres of additional luggage compartment capacity (390 litres). Option programme Advanced Parking Package (Z1D) – $1400 ($1000 for M235i) Parking Assistant Front parking sensors Rear view camera Visibility Package (Z1E) – $2500 ($1200 for M235i) Bi-Xenon headlights Headlight washers Adaptive headlights High-Beam Assistance Anti-dazzle exterior mirrors Professional Multimedia Package (Z1G) – $2400 (n/a for M235i) Navigation system professional Internet functionality Instrument cluster with extended contents Harmon/Kardon Sound System DAB audio Comfort Package (Z1H) – $2400 Comfort Access System Electric seats with memory function Lumbar support Seat heating for driver and front passenger M Sport Package (337) – $4385 (std for M235i) 18” M light-alloy wheels M Sport steering wheel M Aerodynamics package High-gloss black window surrounds Aluminium door sills with M designation Dakota leather upholstery Anthracite roof liner Last edited by Aust350z; 11-14-2013 at 10:36 PM.. |
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Damn that's expensive! But at least you get very good standard spec
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11-27-2013, 05:12 AM | #6 |
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Bloody hell we get ripped off Down Under. Surely bixenons are standard on the M235i? I wonder if BMW Aust will drop the price a few months after the launch as they did with the (my) M135i...
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11-27-2013, 09:47 AM | #8 |
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Wow, US folks (me included) don't have much to complain about when it comes to vehicle cost.
I lived in Perth for six months 13 years ago, all I remember, the living expense and tuition were less expensive in comparison to US. I know that AUD exchange rate to USD got stronger since then, I wonder how much of that affecting the cost. I am sure shipping cost is a factor but it can't be the factor. Tariff, tax? Has the vehicle cost always been more expensive in Australia in comparison to the US? |
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My neighbour from the UK, who is based here for a couple of years, wanted to buy a Carerra to replace the one he had to leave behind. Couldn't believe the price difference and ended up with a Ford Mondeo. |
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I was just wondering the same thing??? That would just be insane if those aren't standard...
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12-05-2013, 08:50 PM | #13 |
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Full spec? Does that include any of the M performance options?
Since you placed an order, do you find out what the standard kit is for the M235i? This has been a little vague in the information released so far. |
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12-06-2013, 05:23 AM | #14 |
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Full spec does not include performance parts. What it does include is as follows:
- Comfort package - Advanced parking - Visibility package = MSport Package STD - Pro Package STD If you want to include Performance parts, you have to order the parts through the dealer. The performance parts will be fitted by the dealer and not in Germany Last edited by Active; 12-06-2013 at 05:32 AM.. Reason: SIMPLIFY |
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12-06-2013, 09:42 PM | #16 |
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Pricing as follows:
EB colour included Leather Dakota included Comfort package $2182 Advanced Park $909 Visibility package $1091 glass roof $1818 Harmon Kardon $594 DAB+TUNER $350 |
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