2011 BMW 3-Series Coupe

2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe Rear View

The 3-Series Coupe is BMW's most popular two-door offering. It was also the automaker's least expensive two-door prior to the launch of the 1-Series in North America. The Coupe received a complete redesign for the 2007 model year, and now has yet again received a new refresh as well as a new premium twin-turbocharged V6.

2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe Interior

Internally known as the BMW E92, the new model is distinguished from its sedan counterpart by completely different headlights and taillights. Two models were initially offered on the E92 for North America -- the 328 and the 335, but now there is a new 335is trim level in addition to convertible variants in the mix as well.

2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe Front View

The 335i has a new 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder with a single twin-scroll turbocharger, high-precision fuel injection, and an all-aluminum crankcase, pushing the car to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The motor produces 300 horsepower at 5800 rpm. Peak toque is 300 pound-feet, available from a mere 1,200 rpm, all the way up to 5,000 rpm.

2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe First Look

BMW says the new N55 engine replaces the N54 with was the same displacement, but required twin-turbochargers. The new N55 single turbo setup produces the same peak power but with a lower starting torque curve, as well as better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.

2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe Exotic Car

The 335i will be joined in the U.S. by the 230 horsepower 328i Coupe, which hits 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, making it quicker than the previous top-of-the-line 330Ci. The available 328xi model offers xDrive all-wheel drive for the first time ever in a BMW coupe.