Thread: Size matters
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      04-12-2007, 04:01 PM   #2
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Originally Posted by eMINI View Post
I'd like to learn more about the projected size of the 135i coupe. Before I got the MINI, I was driving an E36 M3. Loved it. The MINI is much smaller. I love it even more. So, my question is: Will the 135i coupe be half-way between them in size? I'm (selfishly) using these terms to help make the size more meaningful, but any info you can provide would be appreciated.
I think the 1 has about 1.5 inch shorter wheelbase than your old E36. So I think you can expect it to be a bit smaller overall. However, all signs indicate that the 1 drives a lot like a modern 3 series and lacks the rawness of the older ones.
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