04-12-2015, 02:47 PM | #1 |
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BMW 2 Series Laser-Powered Headlights
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Does Anyone Have Any "Inside" Information As To When The 2 Series Models Will Have An Option To Add Laser-Powered Headlights? Thanks In Advance |
04-12-2015, 07:22 PM | #2 |
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Considering this isn't offered on anything other than the i8 and is rumored (though highly likely) to be an option on the new 7 series, it'll likely be 4-5 years before it trickles down to lower entry-level cars.
And of course all this is also dependent on U.S. regulators approving the use of laser headlights on the roads. |
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04-12-2015, 08:09 PM | #3 |
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Yeah, don't hold your breath. The 1/2 series is the bottom end of the BMW lineup and I wouldn't expect high end features to come soon, if ever. LED technology is ubiquitous these days and isn't offered on the 2.
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And what do you think the probability is of the 2 series receiving LED headlights anytime soon?
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I'd expect you'll see them as an available option on the 2 series refresh on the 2017 cars. Given how BMW tiers cars and options (at least in the US) it may only be an available option on the M240i and M2.
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I'll throw another curveball into this…..What are the chances that when LED lights become an option, that they will offer a replacement system for those who bought halogens/xenons for 2014 and 2015 models?
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With that said, it is very expensive to do this. The markup on parts is very high and you're not leveraging the cost benefit of doing it from the factory.
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