The BMW 1 Series M coupé has finally been revealed before it has its official debut at next year’s Detroit Auto Show in January. In what is intended to be an entry-level BMW M model, the 1 Series M has impressive performance stats and should prove to be every bit as worthy of the ‘M’ badge for fans as the BMW M3 model.

Using the N54 six-cylinder, three-litre engine, the M1 model has 340 hp and 450 Nm of torque. Acceleration to 100 km/hr is measured in 4.9 seconds, and top speed is limited to 250 km/hr. It will go on sale in Europe at a price of about 55,000 euros, making that cheaper than an M3 and confirming its entry-level status.

The engine is the same as that used on the Z4 sDrive35iS and will have a six-speed manual gearbox in true sports style. An overboost function has been included for more torque across a short period of time and there’s the M division differential, too. An aerodynamic kit includes a few new features with a lowered body by 20mm, wider front end, large air intake at the front and things called ‘air curtains’ which channel airflow around the front wheels to reduce drag.

BMW 1 Series M Coupe

More exterior changes include a new rear bumper, spoiler on the boot and new air ducts at the front to keep the engine cool. Brakes are the same as on the M3 model with 360 mm discs at the front and 350 mm at the rear. On the inside of the 1 Series M, BMW has kept things minimal with sports seats, new graphics for the instrumentation and an M division steering wheel (described as thick grip which might create a few discussions). You can get your 1M in black, white or orange showing. Check it out in the pics and video.

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