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UNDER THE HOOD:
PROPULSION WITH SOUL.
Innovative BMW power fuels your greatest adventures.
The Series Convertible relies on two key
ingredients to work its captivating magic. One
is what’s above you; the other is what’s under
the hood. And in both the i and i, the
power every driver craves is available in ample
amounts.
This i’s advanced . -liter inline six-cylinder
aluminum/magnesium powerplant generates
an impressive horsepower and lb-ft
of torque, using BMW’s throttleless Valvetronic
technology for quicker, cleaner performance and
effi ciency. Equipped with the smooth-shifting,
standard -speed manual transmission, the
i goes from - in . seconds.
Seeking even more lean BMW muscle under the
hood? Try the i. Equipped with BMW’s award-
winning . -liter, six-cylinder TwinPower Turbo
engine, it develops a thundering horsepower
and lb-ft of torque. This dynamo delivers
more than just satisfying performance. BMW’s
High Precision Direct Injection provides optimum
effi ciency while maximum torque is delivered
between and rpm. This innovative
technology results in a thrilling payoff: a brisk
- sprint in just . seconds with the -speed
manual transmission.
For even higher performance, equip your i
with the -speed Double Clutch Transmission
(DCT), and shift your driving experience into the
realm of the track-inspired. This ground breaking
transmission propels the i from - in a
scorching . seconds
– fast enough to please
even the most discerning driver.
When it comes to performance, the Series
pushes the limits like no other vehicle in its class.
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BMW AG test results, manual transmission; . seconds,
automatic. BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws
and always wear safety belts.
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BMW AG test results. BMW urges you to obey all posted
speed laws and always wear safety belts.
