BMW will introduce a modern and authentic performance coupe with enhanced BMW parts and combined sporty rear-wheel-drive dynamics, agile handling, powerful engines and seating for four - all reinventing its iconic 2002 models of some 4 decades ago. The new 1 Series Coupe will be available in 128i, 135i, 123d and 120d.

The 128i will feature Valvetronic valvetrain management and aluminum/magnesium contruction - core elements of BMW's EfficientDynamics. It will be powered by a 3.0-liter, 230 horsepower inline 6-cyinder engine with 200 lb-ft of torque.

The powerful 135i features BMW's twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower (225 kW) and an amazing 300 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque from as low as 1,400 rpm. Optimum performance and economy is achieved with no loss in engine response with its direct piezo gasoline injectors, twin low-mass turbochargers and air-to-air intercooling. Acceleration is from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) and accomplished in 5.3 seconds with top speed which is electronically limited to 255 km/h (155 mph).

The new 123d has a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine with Variable Twin Turbo and Common-Rail technology. A power of 200 hp (150 kW) is provided by the all-alloy engine.

The new coupe encompassed with very masculine looks intended for sporting. The greenhouse with its "Hofmeister kink" is moved rearward and offers a particularly purposeful look because of the long hood. The coupe also features short overhangs, long wheelbase and large frameless doors on a body with a striking shoulder. An M Aerodynamic Kit is standard on the 135i.

Aggressive rear end styling includes a trunklid with an integrated spoiler chiseled into the rear end of the car. An additional lip spoiler is featured on the 135i.

L-shaped rear taillights give the vehicle a lower, sportier look. Homogeneous lighting effect with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is provided by horizontal lights in the rear light clusters. Such light design makes the BMW 1 Series Coupe stand out at night.

Optional on the 128i while standard on the rest of the versions is the Adaptive Xenon headlights.

Luxurious interior equipments include a standard 60/40 split rear seat, control console for the entertainment and air conditioning functions. In the center console is the controller featured in the iDrive system with the optional Navigation system.

Two upholstery options are the sporty and comfortable Leatherette and the rich Boston Leather. Map pockets are integrated in the lower part of the doors. Sports buckets seats are part of the optional Sport Package.

Sophisticated suspension system includes an aluminum double-pivot front suspension and a five-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel. The new coupe also has BMW's Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with a Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) function.

Also available as an option is an Active Steering.

Safety equipments include six airbags as standard and crash-optimized seats with specially padded headrests and backrests.

Other features are the three-point inertia-reel seat belts all within the seats of the 1 Series Coupe and the rear seats come with standard LATCH attachments for child seats.