2011 BMW 335is specs leaked, to compete with Audi S4

Posted: Jan 15, 2010
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BMW 335i Performance Package

We recently test-drove the 2010 Audi S4 and felt it was a much better vehicle than its closest competitor – the BMW 335i. The S4′s new 3.0 TSFI Supercharged V6 pumps out 333-hp and 325 lb-ft of torque, as compared to the 335i 3.0L inline 24-valve 6-cylinder with TwinPower Turbo technology that produces 300-hp and 300 lb-ft of torque.

Well, all that’s about to change because BMW is going to beef up its 3-Series lineup with the new 2011 BMW 335is Coupe and Cabriolet. According to leaked documents from BMW Canada, the 2011 BMW 335i Cabriolet and Coupe will enter production in March and May respectively.

Power will come from a modified 3.0L inline 6-cylinder with an extra 22-hp for a total of 322-hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. The 335is will come standard with a 6-speed manual transmission but will get an optional 7-speed double clutch automatic.

Other modifications include a sports exhaust system with black chrome tailpipes, M sport package, rear bumper diffuser insert in body color, 18-inch alloy wheels, high output cooling fans and the fog lamps have been dropped for additional engine cooling.

- By: Kap Shah

Source: E90Post


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  • Bumblefoot

    I think the S4 still sounds better

  • Bumblefoot

    I think the S4 still sounds better

  • http://www.ownusedcars.com/ Cheap used cars

    I think I might as well get this and save a few thousand over an M3. The current 3er is the best looking car in the BMW portfolio right now, and the six would be more “traditional” for a sporty 3 series.

  • Bumblefoot

    I think the S4 still sounds better

  • http://www.ownusedcars.com/ Cheap used cars

    I think I might as well get this and save a few thousand over an M3. The current 3er is the best looking car in the BMW portfolio right now, and the six would be more “traditional” for a sporty 3 series.

  • ED

    So this well timed leak is bmws attempt to keep buyers from buying the current top dog now? The S4 may very well keep the crown next year if this is all that bmw has to offer….maybe try lieing about a better car if you are leaking….this falls short. ZWhere is the lsd, and 19″ wheels? The foglight delete for cooling, er save $$.

  • marting7

    There will also be a 2011 S4 which will still be better than the BMW which is trying to compete with a year older car. Actually, this new BMW doesn't sound much better than the current 2010 S4 with all wheel drive and understeer removing sports differential. Sorry BMW, but your still behind Audi, even with a more expensive 335 variant. What's next, a BMW to compete with a 68' corvette?