To say that BMW is busy is a gross understatement. For 2019, two new models debut: the 8 Series coupe and convertible, and the X7 3-row SUV. Redesigns arrive for the 3 Series, X4, X5, and Z4. New battery technology improves the i3 and i8, while new performance versions of the M2, M5, and X2 debut. Additionally, BMW is rolling out new driver assistance, collision avoidance, instrumentation, infotainment, and personal assistant technologies to it latest models.
2019 BMW 3 Series Sedan
Detailed changes for each BMW car and SUV are shown on the pages that follow, the vehicles listed in alphabetical order.
2019 BMW 2 Series
New M2 Competition performance model debuts as standard specification
New twin-turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine derived from M3/M4 powerplant
Engine makes 405 hp and 406 lb.-ft. of torque
6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission (DCT)
Accelerates to 60 mph in four seconds with DCT, according to BMW
M Driver’s Package raises top speed from 155 mph to 174 mph
New oil supply, engine cooling, exhaust, and adjustable drivetrain systems
Reworked steering, suspension, braking, and stability control systems
Carbon fiber reinforced plastic strut brace from M3 and M4
New forged 19-inch aluminum wheels
New M Sport front seats with black leather and blue or orange accents
Standard Active Driving Assistant and Park Distance Control systems
New exterior colors: Mineral Gray and Sunset Orange
Turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine making 255 hp
Manual gearbox cancelled; standard 8-speed automatic
xDrive all-wheel-drive is available
Luxury Line, Sport Line, and M Sport Line trim packages
Upgraded driver assistance, collision avoidance, and infotainment systems
More powerful M340i variant is coming for 2020 model year
Plug-in hybrid 330e version is coming for 2020 model year
Gran Turismo, Sport Wagon, and M3 cancelled or on hiatus
2019 BMW 4 Series
Recently refreshed and due to move to the new BMW 3 Series platform, the 4 Series coupe, convertible and 5-door hatchback continue for 2019 without significant announced modifications
2019 BMW 5 Series
New M5 Competition performance model debuts
Most powerful M5 in history with 617 hp and a wider band of peak torque
Acceleration to 60 mph takes 3.1 seconds
Unique styling and interior details
Specific light aluminum wheels, M Sport exhaust, engine mounts, transmission oil cooler, and chassis tuning
2019 BMW 6 Series
Lineup chopped to Gran Coupe and Gran Turismo body styles
Gran Coupe is a 4-door with a rakish roofline and small greenhouse
Gran Turismo is a 5-door hatchback with plenty of interior room and a taller ride height
Gran Coupe offered in 640i or 650i model series with or without xDrive all-wheel drive, and in M6 or Alpina B6 performance model variants
Gran Turismo available as a 640i xDrive in Sport Line, Luxury Line, or M Sport trim
2019 BMW 7 Series
With a substantially refreshed 7 Series coming for the 2020 model year, the 2019 edition continues without significant announced changes
2019 BMW 8 Series
New flagship luxury performance coupe and convertible
Launch model is the M850i xDrive
Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine making 523 hp
Standard 8-speed sport automatic transmission and xDrive all-wheel drive
Standard premium leather upholstery, with available ventilation
Long list of driver assistance and collision avoidance systems
Standard Live Cockpit Professional instrumentation and iDrive 7.0
Optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound audio system
Convertible’s fabric roof can be lowered or raised in 15 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph
2019 BMW i3
Updated battery technology extends electric driving range to 153 miles
With the optional range-extender engine, i3 travels up to 200 miles before needing electricity or gasoline
Standard iDrive 6.0 infotainment system
New options include Wi-Fi, wireless device charging, full LED headlights with cornering lights and automatic high-beam headlights
Interior color changes: Mega World Carum Spice Gray SensaTec leatherette, and Tera World Dark Truffle premium leather
New paint color: Jucaro Beige with Frozen Gray accents
2019 BMW i8
Updated BMW i8 adds a new roadster variant to plug-in hybrid sports car lineup
The i8 Roadster’s top opens in under 16 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph
More powerful battery allows drivetrain to make 369 hp, offers greater electric-only driving range at 18 miles
Improved charging cable includes a temperature sensor
Infotainment system adopts iDrive 6.0 technology with 8.8-inch touchscreen display
Interior available with carbon fiber trim, new Tera World Copper color scheme
New exterior paint colors include E-Copper and Donington Gray
2019 BMW X1
BMW announces no significant changes to its popular entry-level crossover SUV for 2019
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