BMW just announced changes to their 3-series coupe lineup. Starting with the 2011 model year, and available in march, the new 335i comes with the new N55 engine. This engine differs from the old N54 engine by using a single twin scroll turbocharger and adding Valvetronic variable intake control. Output remains at the original 335i levels – 300hp and 300 ft-lbs of torque. Many internal and external elements have been updated in this mid-cycle refresh of the three-series – new front and rear lights featuring new LED’s, redesign front and rear fascias and side skirts complete the new look. On the interior, many of the updates received in last year’s sedan refresh are seen in the coupes.
Even more exciting, is the announcement of a brand new model, the 335is. The 335is has an upgraded version of the original N54 powerplant. Still feature twin turbos, the engine now puts out 320hp and 332ft-lbs of torque. An overboost function allows the engine to generate 370ft-lbs for a short period of time. Along with the manual six-speed transmission, the 335is has an optional 7-speed, dual-clutch gearbox like the M3. To handle the extra power and boost, there is an additional radiator, oil cooling pan and stronger engine mounts.
Setting the 335is apart visually from the 335i, it gets M-sport features including M-sport aerodynamics, M steering wheel, sport seats, anthracite headliner, M door sills, M driver’s footrest, M gearshift knob, and stainless steel sport pedal.
Tags: 335i, 335is, BMW, coupe, e92, n54, n55
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