BMW has published a few pictures of the new 1 Series Sedan, but the guys at Car News China managed to obtain photographs of multiple examples, all spotted in the wild. It’s a big deal, this executive sedan, as it will face very stiff competition at the sharp end of the segment – particularly the still fresh-faced W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
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The lights feature a similar design to those of the latest 3 Series, but they’re housed within a body that looks slightly more muscular than that of its smaller sibling.
Also seen are the new Air Breather vents aft of the front wheels, while the silhouette of the vehicle shows that the new G30 will carry the same balanced proportions of the current F10.
Whatever the case may be, it’s previously been confirmed that the updated model will be based around the company’s new CLAR platform.
Recent spyshots of the new 5 Series have revealed an exterior that is heavily influenced by the current 7 Series. It is reported to be 100 kg lighter than the outgoing model, thanks to the intensive use of aluminum and other lightweight materials. There may also be the inclusion of small three-cylinder petrol engines gracing the bottom of the potential engine range, like the 1.5-litre turbocharged triple seen in the MINI hatch and 2 Series Active Tourer. A 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine is coupled with an electric motor between the engine and the transmission, while a lithium-ion battery sits under the boot floor. There’s also more use of aluminium for castings, helping to trim weight by as much as 100kg, despite the growth in size.
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Next up is a BMW 530d, again featuring rear-wheel steering, but here it’s paired with xDrive four-wheel drive and BMW’s sports suspension option.
