BMW M2, X4 M40i to Debut in January 2016
The BMW M2 and X4 M40i will make their world public debuts at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show.
The 2016 BMW M2 is powered by a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharged engine with 365 horsepower and 343 pound-feet of torque, allowing the luxury sports coupe to accelerate to 60 mph from a standstill in 4.2 seconds. Shoppers will get a chance to check out the model up close and personal in Detroit before it goes on sale in spring 2016.
Joining the M2 is the X4 M40i, bringing 355 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque to the competitive crossover segment. Delivering best-in-class acceleration, the X4 M40i goes 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds and will be arriving in dealerships starting February 2016.
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The German automaker will also have in its booth the BMW 330e that features a plug-in hybrid drive system for the 3 Series. The BMW 330e arrives showrooms in spring 2016 with a starting price of $44,695 including destination.
Another plug-in hybrid variant at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show is the BMW 740e, with a total system output of 326 hp and an all-electric range of 23 miles.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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