BMW Korea Launches Limited Edition 'M235i·M340i' to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Limited Sale of 25 Units Each on Online Sales Channel 'BMW Shop Online'

M235i xDrive Gran Coupe BMW Korea 25th Anniversary M Performance Edition (Photo by BMW Korea)

[Asia Economy Reporter Jihee Kim] BMW Korea announced on the 24th that it will release two limited online editions in July to commemorate its 25th anniversary on the 27th.

The 25th anniversary models are the ‘M235i xDrive Gran Coupe BMW Korea 25th Anniversary M Performance Edition’ and the ‘M340i BMW Korea 25th Anniversary Tanzanite Blue Edition.’ Each will be limited to 25 units and sold through the online sales channel ‘BMW Shop Online.’

The M235i xDrive Gran Coupe BMW Korea 25th Anniversary M Performance Edition is a limited edition model based on the ‘M235i xDrive Gran Coupe.’ The M235i xDrive Gran Coupe is BMW’s first M Performance model in the compact class, combining a small body, high-performance powertrain, and excellent chassis system to maximize driving pleasure.

The M235i xDrive Gran Coupe will be introduced to the domestic market for the first time through this limited edition model. The regular model is scheduled for official release in September.

The limited edition model features the M Performance package as standard for differentiation. The front is equipped with a 3D mesh-type kidney grille finished in black high gloss, black side mirror covers, a rear spoiler, and tailpipes to create a sporty look. Inside, it is equipped with Alcantara M sport seats, M seat belts, an M sport steering wheel, and a digital instrument cluster exclusive to the M235i xDrive, completing the unique feel of the M Performance model.

It is powered by a 2-liter 4-cylinder gasoline TwinPower Turbo engine delivering a maximum output of 306 horsepower and a maximum torque of 45.9 kg·m. Combined with an 8-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission and BMW’s latest intelligent all-wheel-drive system xDrive, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.

Additionally, it includes premium convenience features such as LED headlights, Comfort Access, HiFi loudspeakers, ‘Active Cruise Control’ with distance control, ‘Driving Assistant’ including front and rear collision warnings and intersection/pedestrian warnings, reverse assistant, and a head-up display.

M340i BMW Korea 25th Anniversary Tanzanite Blue Edition (Photo by BMW Korea)

Alongside this, the M340i BMW Korea 25th Anniversary Tanzanite Blue Edition is also introduced. The body is painted in Tanzanite Blue, one of BMW Individual’s colors. Tanzanite Blue is characterized by its ‘pleochroism,’ where the color and depth change depending on the angle of light, emphasizing vibrancy and dynamism. A carbon spoiler and carbon diffuser are installed on the trunk edge and lower rear bumper, and the interior features bright Oyster color and M seat belts to enhance the sporty atmosphere unique to high-performance models.

The Tanzanite Blue Edition is powered by a 3-liter inline 6-cylinder gasoline M TwinPower Turbo engine paired with an 8-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission, producing a maximum output of 387 horsepower and maximum torque of 51 kg·m. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. Furthermore, it is equipped with variable M suspension, M sport differential, and M sport brakes to maximize driving pleasure.

The price of the M235i xDrive Gran Coupe BMW Korea 25th Anniversary M Performance Edition is 61.8 million KRW, and the price of the M340i BMW Korea 25th Anniversary Tanzanite Blue Edition is 78.4 million KRW.

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