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The New BMW M2 has an Extra 20hp and New Shiny Silver Wheels!

BMW has unveiled the latest updates for its high-performance M2, showcasing significant power enhancements, striking design updates, and innovative new features.

Performance Upgrades

The new BMW M2 now boasts an additional 20hp, bringing the high-revving six-cylinder in-line petrol engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology to an impressive 480hp. The peak torque remains at 550Nm, but this figure rises to 600Nm with the standard eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. Enhanced accelerator mapping and response in all drive modes enable more rapid reactions. Consequently, the 0 to 100km/h acceleration time is now just 4.0 seconds with the standard transmission and 4.2 seconds with the optional six-speed manual gearbox.

Design Enhancements

M-specific design features geared towards optimising cooling and aerodynamic balance accentuate the car’s aggressive stance. A large horizontal BMW kidney grille and a three-section split lower air intake optimise cooling for the powertrain components and brakes. Model-specific LED headlights positioned towards the outer edges of the front end, featuring single circular units for both low and high beams, pay homage to the classic BMW 02 models. Available options include Adaptive LED Headlights with BMW Selective Beam and M lights Shadowline with dark inlays.

The new BMW M2 is fitted as standard with M light-alloy wheels in a double-spoke design with a Jet Black finish, measuring 19 inches at the front and 20 inches at the rear. A new addition to the options list includes M light-alloy wheels in a Silver finish, which can be combined with track tyres if the optional M Race Track package is specified.

Interior and Technology

The most important interface between the driver and car, the steering wheel, has been newly designed, bringing a fresh look to the interior. The standard-fitted M leather steering wheel now has a flat-bottomed rim, a red center marker, gearshift paddles, and the two M buttons for selecting individually configured vehicle setups, all contributing to an intense racing car feel. An M Alcantara steering wheel with an optional heating function is also available.

Optional M Sport seats in Vernasca leather now come in a red/black bi-colour variant. Additionally, weight-minimized M Carbon bucket seats, previously only available with the M Race Track package, can now be ordered separately.

The cockpit features a fully digital screen grouping, made up of a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display, running on the latest BMW Operating System 8.5. The functions of the climate control system are now operated digitally, accessible via touch using a special menu option in the lower area of the control display or by voice command through the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.

Exterior Paint Options

Customers can order their new BMW M2 in a choice of three solid colours, five metallic shades, and six BMW Individual paint finishes. The expanded range includes the new Sao Paulo Yellow solid, Fire Red metallic, Portimao Blue metallic, and Skyscraper Grey metallic variants. Additionally, the selection of BMW Individual paint finishes for the new BMW M2 now also features Java Green, Voodoo Blue, Grigio Telesto, and Twilight Purple.

BMW’s latest updates ensure the new M2 not only delivers superior performance but also stands out with its bold design and advanced features, reaffirming its position as a leader in the high-performance compact segment.

BMW Malaysia Introduces The Exclusive BMW M Performance Editions + CNY 2019 Promo!

BMW Malaysia recently introduced the BMW 330e M Performance Edition and BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition, each equipped with BMW M Performance Accessories to offer avid BMW motorsports enthusiasts the ultimate driving pleasure. Only 300 units are offered for each of these exclusive BMW M Performance Editions.

Harald Hoelzl, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia (below) said, “We are constantly looking for ways to add to the exclusivity of our premium vehicles while maintaining the unparalleled driving dynamics and performance of the BMW brand. By carefully selecting two highly collectible models and offering them with our motorsports-inspired BMW M Performance parts, we are proud to have crafted a unique on-road motorsports experience for our customers. Through perfect dynamics and captivating visual features, they can now enjoy the best of both worlds and experience BMW’s motorsports DNA come to live while on the road.”

Drawing from BMW’s extensive skills and experience in motorsports, the BMW M Performance Accessories are built with the same passion and craftsmanship as with the iconic BMW M models. With the M Performance aerodynamic kit seamlessly blended into the best-selling premium Plug-in Hybrid Electric models, the BMW M Performance Editions of the BMW 330e and BMW X5 xDrive40e have been transformed with an athletic edge, combining the best of BMW driving dynamics with benchmark performance and efficiency.

The BMW 330e M Performance Edition.

The now enhanced BMW 3 Series Hybrid with eDrive Technology comes with sportier aerodynamics and aesthetics, which include M Performance side skirts, side sill foils, and front grilles in high-gloss black, as well as the lightweight M Performance Carbon mirror caps for the side mirrors. The vehicle features a front attachment in Matt Black, a rear spoiler and a rear diffuser, in addition to the aggressive M Performance dark tail lights that round up the dynamic look. The interior meanwhile features M Performance stainless steel pedals and footrests. The exterior colour offerings for the BMW 330e M Performance Edition include Sunset Orange, Black Sapphire, Estoril Blue or Alpine White; while the interior is furnished with Black Dakota Leather.

The retail price (on the road, without insurance) for the BMW 330e M Performance Edition is RM 258,800.00. With the Easy Drive Programme from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the BMW 330e M Performance Edition can also be owned with monthly instalment plans starting from RM 3,278.00 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a four-year tenure, with a mileage capped at 20,000km per year).

The BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition.

The exclusive BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition is also equipped with M Performance side skirts, side sill foils, and front grilles in high-gloss black, along with M Performance Carbon mirror caps for the side mirrors. Both ends of the vehicle are framed with a Carbon front attachment and a rear spoiler in high-gloss black and Carbon rear diffuser. The stainless steel pedals add a striking motorsports feel to the interior. The BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition comes in Carbon Black, Mineral White or Space Grey. All exterior colour offerings are paired with Black Dakota Leather, whereas Carbon Black offers an additional option of Terra Dakota Leather.

The retail price (on the road, without insurance) for the BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition is RM 390,800.00. With the Easy Drive Programme from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the BMW X5 xDrive40e M Performance Edition can also be owned with monthly instalment plans starting from RM 4,878.00 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a four-year tenure, with a mileage capped at 20,000km per year).

Complete Premium Ownership Experience.

New owners of the BMW M Performance Editions can also experience the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:

BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Program
BMW 2-Year/ 24 Month Tyre Warranty Program for its Run Flat Tyre offering and services
BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline
The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App – BMW White Card
BMW Service Online

Customers may view, enquire or place orders for the limited BMW M Performance Editions at any nearby BMW dealership.

CNY@BMW

Celebrate this Chinese New Year at BMW with attractive promotions, rebates and competitive financing solutions starting from 0.88% across a wide range of BMW models, at all authorised BMW dealerships. New owners of the BMW 530e, BMW 740Le and BMW X5 xDrive40e will receive a complimentary BMW i Wallbox Plus and BMW i AC Fast Charging Cable at no additional cost*, through the BMW i Wallbox Promotion.

With any purchase of BMW Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, new owners can also take advantage of the BMW ChargeNow Promotion which offers a complimentary BMW i AC Fast Charging Cable and BMW ChargeNow card. In collaboration with GreenTech Malaysia, the BMW ChargeNow card offers owners unlimited, complimentary access to the ChargeNow mobility services via the ChargEV platform for an entire year. The CNY@BMW campaign ends on 31^st March 2019.

* The promotion excludes installation costs of the BMW i Wallbox.

BMW 318i Luxury, BMW 530i M Sport, BMW 630i GT and the BMW X1 sDrive 20i Sport

Just in time for the New Year of the Earth Boar, BMW Malaysia also took the opportunity to announce the new pricing of the BMW 318i Luxury, the BMW 530i M Sport, the BMW 630i GT and the BMW X1 sDrive 20i Sport. The BMW X1 sDrive 20i also receives new designed wheels in the form of 18” Y Spoke Style 566 Alloy Wheels as well as a new Exterior Trim and Roof Rails in Satinated Aluminum.

The new retail price (on the road, without insurance) for the BMW vehicles are as below.

BMW 318i Luxury RM198, 800.00

BMW 530i M Sport RM 372,800.00

BMW 630i GT RM 430, 800.00

BMW X1 sDrive 20i Sport RM 220, 800.00

BMW introduce new BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet

BMW has given us a glimpse of the new 2-Series Coupe and Cabriolet ahead of their official launch in July this year. The automaker has sold about 150,000 such cars of the same name plate around the world but the demand is highest in the US, UK and Germany.

The new 2 Series features subtle design changes on the outside but an all-new interior with different upholstery choices. Now, the bi-LED headlights are fitted to both models as standard, but can also be specified in adaptive full-LED ones as an option. The twin headlights has a hexagonal look giving rise to a more futuristic appearance, The kidney grille is larger, the outer air intakes are now also larger and the rear features new single-piece LED taillights as standard.

Step inside the cabin, and you are immediately greeted by a new instrument display that features a black-panel design. There’s now one new leather and two new cloth upholstery options to choose from, which complement the aluminium or fine wood trim strips and high-gloss black panels with chrome accents.

BMW says that the interior feels more spacious and less cluttered due to certain tweaks that they’ve made to the design and layout. It’s more prominent features are the contrast stitching as well as the high-gloss black surfacing for the centre stack and the chrome elements for the control panels in the doors.

Located at the top of the centre stack is the high-resolution 8.8 inch touchscreen infotainment system that has the latest iDrive operating system as standard, optional navigation system, support for Apple Carplay, voice control system and a touch controller interface.

For convenience there’s a charging tray that allows you to charge your compatible smartphone wirelessly and the in-car Wifi hotspot provides high speed mobile internet for up to 10 devices. You can also insert a SIM card to expand the vehicle’s connectivity services which include Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) with hazard preview, On-Street Parking Information and access to the vehicle via Remote Services. There’s even support for Microsoft Office 365, which will allow occupants to use a secure server for their emails, calendars, contact details and the car’s built-in Microsoft Exchange function.

The new 2 Series can be ordered with 16, 17 or 18-inch light-alloy wheels and the exterior body coloyr can be ordered in two new colours which are Mediterranean Blue, Seaside Blue and Sunset Orange. The M Performance vehicles, M240i and M240 xDrive get a bit extra kit than the standard cars.

BMW is offering the two series with a number of engine options that include three, four and six-cylinder powerplants with power outputs ranging from 136bhp to 340bhp. These engines can be mated to either a 6-speed manual or eight-speed Steptronic gearbox. And like the other cars in the line-up, the Coupe and Cabriolet have safety tech that include Active Cruise Control, a Driving Assistant, Lane Departure Warning system and City Collision Mitigation.

The 2 Series will officially be shipped out to dealerships around the world later in the year but expect more information and pictures as the launch date draws nearer.