BMW M3 Coupe Latest Spy Photos Showing Facelift LED Tail Lamps

 BMW M3 Coupe Latest Spy Photos Showing Facelift LED Tail Lamps
2011 BMW M3 facelift spy photo - 04.02.2010 / Copyright: SB-Medien

Minor updates for the mighty M3

With recent unveiling of the 2011 3-Series Coupe and Convertible, our spies have snapped new photos of the updated M3 Coupe.

While there doesn't appear to be any major styling changes, we can clearly see new LED taillights and possibly a wider grille. Despite the fact that this mule is equipped with pre-facelift headlights, there is speculation that the model will receive LED 'corona ring' daytime running lights.

Inside, the interior isn't expected to be a radical departure from the current model. It will likely boast revised trim, additional metal accents, and ambiance lighting.

Under the hood, power will be provided by a 4.0-liter V8 with 414 bhp (420 PS / 309 kW) and 295 lb-ft of torque. This should allow the M3 Coupe to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds (4.5 seconds with the seven-speed M double-clutch transmission), before topping out an electrically limited 155 mph.

Look for a possible unveiling at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

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 stancoza1425 stancoza1425
I'm looking forward to seeing the smaller displacement engine they will fit into the M3. The only thing I will miss is the great exhaust note. Due to the engine change, I am hoping I can snatch up a V8 version for a little less coin.
February 5, 2010 8:15 pm
 Aleksi Aleksi
They are swapping the na V8 for a turbocharged I6, IIRC? Personally, I like the sound of a straight six a lot more than the V8 sound.
February 5, 2010 9:26 pm
 nederina nederina
I believe BMW makes great engines be it 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 or soon 3. I love the sweetness of M3's V8. But I miss the crisp sound of the naturally aspirated M3 CSL's straights six. M engines should be naturally aspirated, but I understand that the future is small engine but big on power.
February 6, 2010 2:55 am
 scratchy996 scratchy996
friction kills the high rev NA engines. no way around that. it's possible that the F458's V8 will be the last great NA engine mankind has ever made.
February 6, 2010 8:10 pm
 nederina nederina
Guess the AMGs found in the Paganis will be one of the few remaining V12s on sale in the market
February 7, 2010 1:23 pm
 HEMI426 HEMI426
It's great as it is
February 6, 2010 5:11 pm
 moodyaaa moodyaaa
I agree
February 6, 2010 6:50 pm
 AlpinaRacerX AlpinaRacerX
What's the deal with al manufactures going for the LED Christmas lights nowadays?!? I personally think stylistically it's very unrefined to have al those loose bulbs visible. I think it looks tacky and cheap, even somewhat retro. There's no need for it to be like that with the use of some lenses...so WTF BMW, why do you want to look like a Christmas ornament Audi?
February 6, 2010 10:19 pm
 2010S5 2010S5
Are you serious? LEDs are much brighter, use less energy, light up much quicker and simply look better than conventional bulbs. Need me to explain the rationale? Think before you say something idiotic.
February 8, 2010 4:11 am
 Anthropos Anthropos
Man, I wish I knew what brand this car is but the badges are covered. =( ...such a mystery!
February 8, 2010 3:17 am