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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Itsme:
    Here in Munich (Bavaria, too) I can see several i3 and i8 every day. I don't know all the number plates which are used by BMW, but I don't think that many of the cars are used by BMW or the dealership.

    Most BMW factory test cars have M-DJ but the Niederlassung (official dealership) usually has different license plates which vary from GI to JL and others.

    I was told by our BMW dealer that sales are ok. I would have ordered a i3 but a) the lease is much too high and b) I can't charge the car in my private garage and not in the office. But probably I am not the typical Porsche owner, I prefer the bicycle or public transport to go to the office because I do not like driving in the city at all

    What do you expect the dealer to say? It may change however because new incentives may be on the way, especially since the government wants to support the spread of electric cars. 

    I like the i8, nice car (interior could be more refined, it is like a mixture from the 21st century with 20th century design elements, kind of weird and outdated) but way too expensive if I compare it to the Tesla S. For under 100k, it could be an interesting product with the right lease offers.


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Gnil:

    A bit OT , but I just read an article about the soon to end downsizing of engines. New mesures for CO2 / fuel consumption starting in 2017 will be much more close to reality. And the small turbo charged engines will not get good results anymore . There is often a 40 % difference between the official mesures and reality in fuel consumption . These small engines have been tuned just to pass the test on the bench .  Bigger engines will have a much better real world result .

    First example is the new VW Polo GTI . They dropped the 1.4 l turbo for a 1.8 l . Only problem ......  red zone starts at 4500 RPM  , for a fuel engine .


    Finally! That test cycle is somewhat ridiculous as manufacturers are able to adjust the engine just for that specific test. I still doubt that they will test gas mileage beyond 130 kph, hence the additional fuel consumption when you drive a car harder might not change that significantly.

    Regarding the Polo GTI, I am fairly certain that the rev limiter begins around 7000 rpm. The engine´s maximum power is available from 4.200 to 6.200 rpm. Maybe that, why you believed to see such a low rev limiter?

     


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    RC:
     

    Over here, the i3 is basically dead, you can see mostly BMW factory cars or some cars registered to local power companies. Same goes to the i8, haven't seen a single customer car yet over here.

    Keep in mind that I live in Bavaria, the home of BMW.


    They started with some ridiculously high leasing rates on the i3. I believe that put a lot of people off, you could get a 7-series for the same price. And I still believe, that´s the more interesting car.

    If I would live in a very crowded area, as the center of Berlin, I would get myself an electric Smart. Use that car once in a while there and it is just perfect. Small, fairly agile and fits in every parking space. I believe that the i3 is too big for that already. 


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    WAY:

    I like them i3s!!! Tesla is impressive but that interior. Sorry I just couldn't buy one. Besides I live in the city so i3 is really made for me. 

    The giant screen is a bit of a novelty for sure, but it's a nice looking car.


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Wake me up when a CSL is announced indecision


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    What a horrible set of bumpers! angel Prefer the 1M based on these pictures!


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Are those renders or the actual?  I know generally those pictures are pretty accurate, but sometimes small differences can make a big difference in the overall design.  

    In any case, reveal will be in a few days.


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    A few days? No no. Unveils in 1 hour and 19 mins. 


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Guess you are right.  For some reason I thought official unveil was Oct. 15.  Here are the official pictures:

    http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1183416


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    I really like it, I'd get the car if i could right now !  indecision

    BMW-M2_Coupe_2016_1280x960_wallpaper_20.jpg
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    The design sketches look epic too.

    BMW-M2_Coupe_2016_1280x960_wallpaper_3d.jpg
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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    I like it more than the M4. It is closer to the E30 spirit... Tough a bit heavy like all modern cars.

    Beating the A45 will be tough, but I am sure it is going to be quite a different driving experience. And I must say I am very happy with my A45!


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    almost 1600 kg angry is that with driver and fuel?


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    just checked  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curb_weight

    it's without driver/passenger but with all fluids, including full tank of fuel.


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    1495kg for M2. 


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    3505 lbs = 1590 kg curb weight, according to the technical section in this link  http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1183416

     


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    1590 curb weight is not that heavy though. DIN is 1495kg. 


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    WAY:

    1590 curb weight is not that heavy though. DIN is 1495kg. 

    Smiley

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww37JDbFO20&feature=youtu.be


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Gauss:

    almost 1600 kg angry is that with driver and fuel?

    This is nuts for such small carSmiley


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Modern cars are heavy J.Seven! 

    M2 DIN = 1495kg

    RS3 DIN = 1520kg

    A45 DIN = 1550kg

    CLA45 DIN = 1585kg


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    WAY:

    Modern cars are heavy J.Seven! 

    M2 DIN = 1495kg

    RS3 DIN = 1520kg

    A45 DIN = 1550kg

    CLA45 DIN = 1585kg

    All other except M2 are DCT. M2 is 1520kg with M-DKG.

    Btw, I like M2.


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    There are exceptions indecision

    GT4 DIN = 1340kg

    That level is where I would like to see an M2 CSL.


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    looks great

    tonka toy looks work for this baby M

    I wonder whether they will do an M2 Convertible


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    still don't like the rear lights of the 2series.

    interesting to see how it compares to the rs3 and new A45. these small cars are now getting seriously fast!

    that M3 steering wheel somehow looks HUGH in the tiny interior.

     

     

     

     


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    The BMW M2 is rumored to be priced at $51,000 in the US while the Porsche Cayman GT4 starts at $85,000 US.

     


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    I don't know why anyone would even compare the two!


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    WAY:

    I don't know why anyone would even compare the two!

    It seems the GT4 is becoming the new benchmark Smiley


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    Well, if the media compares the M3/M4 with the 911, then this is the obvious choice. Apart from that I assume that also Beamer hardcore drivers like the idea to spend much less for 80 percent of the (M3) fun. I do like it (though for me it must be something like glacier silver).


    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    very nice video explaining the car 

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcEsifLJuOw


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    Re: BMW M2 Rumors

    d997h:

    Well, if the media compares the M3/M4 with the 911, then this is the obvious choice. Apart from that I assume that also Beamer hardcore drivers like the idea to spend much less for 80 percent of the (M3) fun. I do like it (though for me it must be something like glacier silver).

    German base price is 56700€ with Mwst. It is very good price indeed since option list is not very long.

    4 exterior colors only and none is Silver. Alpineweiß would be my choice since it would bring some nice memories of the first car that my late father had when I was small kid in 1970s, 2002tii in white. I loved it much more then 123 series 240d T model that my family also had.


     
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