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| 2007 BMW 335i Coupé (Photo: BMW AG) |
The European 335i Coupé is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-6 with twin turbochargers. This marvellous engine produces 306 horsepower, and 295 lb-ft of torque at just 1,900 rpm. According to BMW, the 0-100 km/h dash is accomplished in just 5.5 seconds, and the car reaches a governed top speed of 250 km/h. Despite that performance, fuel economy is said to be as low as 9.5 L/100 km. Let's hope that it will make the trip to our shores when the new coupe goes on sale here.
When the 3-Series Coupé will be launched in Europe, it will be available with two other gasoline engines and two diesel engines.
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| 2007 BMW 335i Coupé (Photo: BMW AG) |
The 325i Coupé develops 218 hp and 184 lb-ft, which accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, has a top speed of 247 km/h, and consumes as low as 8.4 L/100 km.
As for the diesel models, the 335d Coupé, equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-6 with twin turbos, delivers 286 hp and an amazing 427 lb-ft of torque at just 1,750 rpm. 0-100 km/h is achieved in 6.1 seconds, and is governed to 250 km/h. Fuel economy is 7.5 L/100 km.
If that sounds like too much, a normally-aspirated 3.0-liter diesel is also available, producing 231 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, which covers the 0-100 km/h dash in 6.6 seconds. The 330d Coupé also reaches 250 km/h and consumes as low as 6.5 L/100 km.
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| 2007 BMW 335i Coupé (Photo: BMW AG) |
BMW says that "rear-wheel drive, optimised weight, harmonious axle load distribution and the most sophisticated suspension in the segment are further essential factors guaranteeing a truly fascinating driving experience."
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