There have been a lot of important transformations in BMW`s lineup, especially in the 1- and 2-Series, all starting with 2015, when some of the models received a lot of updates that would differentiate them from the previous generation.

It is also the case of the 1-Series` 135i, which became the present 140i model, starting with the same year. This meant a life cycle with significant modifications in terms of design and performance under the hood.

Besides the much wider chassis, also underpining the 2-Series M240i, the M140 came with a facelifted styling, with the new body parts making the model much more appealing and aggressive at the same time. The top of the crop was its high-performance exhaust system which made the engine growl extremely impressive.

In terms of performance, the BMW 1-Series 140i received some upgrades as well, all squeezed from the same N55 M TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder pot, with 340 horsepower and impressive 500 Nm of torque.

All the power is sent to the rear axle via a high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission, allowing a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. However, with the new xDrive 140i, the model can run the same straight line in 4.4 seconds, which makes it quite equal in front of the BMW M2 Coupe, with 4.3 seconds.

To understand and enjoy the car`s impressive engine sound, journalists from Auto Top have put together an interesting video called ”BMW 149i Exhaust Sound LOUD”. The title speaks for itself and needs no further introduction!

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The new Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV is going to receive a major blow from BMW`s upcoming 2018 X7, which is going to be its ultimate fighting German machine, incorporating an extremely appealing design, impressive gadgetries and high-end materials inside, following impressive performance under the hood.

And we already saw the first spy photos and details with the all-new BMW X7 about two months ago. Ever since, more and more rumors, reports and videos are beginning to pop-up online, a clear indication that the SUV is close and closer to its final guise.

The recent spy video brings the BMW X7 even closer to our attention, the model being caught while revving its engine in new snowy tests, all covered in the same heavy camouflage.

As you probably know, visually and mechanically, the brand-new X7 will take its inspiration from the 5-, 7-Series and the X5, coming as well with plenty of new features at the exterior as well as inside the cabin.

But the car`s most impressive highlight is the powertrain under the hood, the video below depicting exactly the type of engine growl that it will come with. It is impressive, mind-blowing and intimidating at the same time.

Speaking of performance, the 2018 BMW X7 will feature a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, shortly followed by a 7-Series-sourced V12 in its top of the line version. The rest of the engine lineup comprises a wide range of inline-six pots. Also, as recently stated in another review on the future X7, the SUV will also come in the shape of a hybrid version, with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine hooked to an electric motor, developing a total of 322 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque.

Once arriving on the market in early 2018, the all-new BMW X7 will have a starting price of more than $100,000 and will be built in the United States, at the carmaker`s main facility in Spartanburg, where it also builds the present X3, X4, X5 and the top of the line X5 M and X6 M.

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Slowly but surely, the technicians from the German based tuner AC Schnitzer are taking things to a whole new level concerning their tuning projects carried out on different BMW products; and we have seen lots of hot rides receiving exquisite goodies in the engine department.

The tuner`s latest program involves the new born star from BMW, the all-new M2 Coupe, the model being highlighted in a video, with a professional driver behind the wheel, pushing the pedal to the metal for an extremely aggressive engine growl.

As expected, the engineers have started their program by fitting the M2 Coupe with a bunch of visual parts, all part of a carbon fiber aero kit. The car`s most important bits refer to carbon fiber front splitter and carbon front side wings, carbon mirror cover, rear roof and prominent rear wing, all made from PU Rim or carbon fiber composite materials. The cabin has also been tweaked with sporty materials, special floor mats, sport pedals, new gear and handbrake knobs.

Next, the engineers from AC Schnitzer have demonstrated their professional skills by installing a number of new mechanics, which contribute to the car`s new performance under the hood. We are looking here at new alloy wheels, RS adjsutable suspension kit and lowering springs, which lower the car`s ride height by 35 mm.

Finally, to cope with such tremendous power, the model has also received a bespoke valve-controlled exhaust system, new intercooler, ECU remapping and a few more. The result is a pure 420 horsepower, which is quite impressive and visible in the video below. Enjoy the 0:40 minute ride and don’t forget to share your opinions with us!

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