2010 BMW Minicar: a FWD model positioned below the 1-series and costs less than a MINI

There have been numerous reports pertaining to the possibility of BMW building a new model positioned below the 1-series hatch that’ll share its underpinnings with the current Mini. Not only would the car be the first FWD BMW, it would also be cheapest as it’s rumored to cost less than the aforementioned Mini.

Part of the reason for BMW considering such a model is the mounting environmental awareness that’s spreading across Europe. A new, low-emissions minicar would help reduce BMW’s fleet average emissions levels in light of the new CO2 standards being pushed by the EU and it’d also give it a better standing against similar superminis being developed by rival brand Audi and to a less extent VW.

Though we highly doubt BMW designers would style the car after the striking Concept CS as this rendering suggests, any model wearing the Propeller Badge would likely feature the trademark kidney grille. According to earlier reports, development has been carried out on the new model although final production plans are yet to be confirmed.

If given the go-ahead, production would likely be outsourced to Magna Steyr but the engines and drivetrain would be built by BMW at plants in Germany. How the new model will live up to the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’ ethos, however, is anyone’s guess.
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CBR2200 - 8/29/2007 3:48:18 PM

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Boo. They should at least create a new brand for it so as to not diminish the awesomeness that is BMW.

chuck717 - 8/29/2007 3:56:42 PM

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Cost below a Mini? What is so cheap about a Mini, let alone trying to get a discount.

S4cabriofoxone - 8/30/2007 6:05:11 PM

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LOL I must admit "negative 1 Series" was funny.

Honestly, what will they call this? The 0 Series?

"Hey, dude, check out my new BMW 028i!"

"Why don't you just call it the 28i?"

"Uhh... I don't know...?"

07mcs - 8/29/2007 4:24:44 PM

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the picture above shows a very aggressive looking mini Hatchback. Nice design.

S4cabriofoxone - 8/30/2007 6:07:29 PM

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It's a very good photoshop of the sexy CS concept.

KeyserSoze - 8/29/2007 4:27:42 PM

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The 1 series has already diluted BMW's reputation, now they want to step into VW,TOYOTA,OPEL,FORD territory etc... how desperate! Talk about being premium!

S4cabriofoxone - 8/30/2007 6:08:26 PM

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"Cars from Toyota or VW are not even in the same class as the BMW 1-Series..."

Here is where I disagree. The GTI has beaten the 1 Series numerous times.

Bill - 8/31/2007 5:29:57 AM

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S4, notice Mr. Cawimmer430 said "with the exception of". That means the GTI is comparable to the 1 Series.

porsche911 - 8/29/2007 5:41:46 PM

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Jesus!! Get Rid Of that Face, already!

Bmw8ter - 8/29/2007 6:21:37 PM

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yea, I never did like the CS concept front fascia....I'm tired of seeing it on every damn photoshop.

ICON - 8/29/2007 9:09:58 PM

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Yeah and I am tired of your poor taste...you don't like BMW anything, we get it>Next...

Bmw8ter - 8/29/2007 10:23:22 PM

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I like the 8 series, the most beautiful BMW ever created IMO, and the previous M5...the Bangle designs are ugly as sin.

porsche911 - 8/30/2007 1:50:22 AM

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The face is wearing the car. The car is not wearing the face. It's just what I think, regardless of the company, car, model, year country, or whatever. This is in need of an extreme makeover in the front.

Like saying....it has a face only a mother could love....!!

Its just too loud & ugly for this car....they need to tone it down a little. This face....with a few mods. is ok for a large car like the 7 or 8 or whatever series they are coming up with next....but here, its an ill fit!!

keyzi747 - 8/29/2007 6:54:51 PM

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Noooooooo!!!!! Don't don't do it!

SteedPub - 8/29/2007 7:31:15 PM

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Times are changing. This car would be no smaller, less prestigious than the 2002 was way back in the day. I say bring it on!

Star - 8/29/2007 7:41:49 PM

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It looks incredible!

dannyboy2 - 8/29/2007 9:42:31 PM

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I doubt the car would get the CS styling but i can see BMW building this.. they sold out long ago with the 1-series and ugly and useless X6.

pchollywood - 8/29/2007 10:24:49 PM

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yes please!! gimme the keys so i can tear it up in the hollywood hills with that little bad boy...way coler than a mini.....why re-brand it? george clooney's got a mini mercedes that's no bigger than a baby buggy and they're selling them just fine!

arcy - 8/29/2007 10:56:08 PM

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what will they call it? 0-series? BMW making that kind of car is like buying toyota yaris. its just not pleasant at all. i feel bad for people buying the 7 series since the majority can now buy a cheaper BMW. what a shame.

LuxuryFan - 8/29/2007 10:56:53 PM

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I hear that Steffi and Mindy Suburbanite have already pre-ordered.

Larry - 8/30/2007 1:09:38 AM

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I love BMWS but not all, not this one it is just like any other car front wheel drive this is Mini or honda type market.

S4cabriofoxone - 8/30/2007 6:10:52 PM

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It will get trampled by the A3 2.0T, GTI and even its own brother, 1 Series. I don't see the point at all. Just make a smaller, less-expensive Mini!

pchera01 - 8/30/2007 1:24:30 AM

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this model called 003
0 series lol

bmwpowerf1 - 8/30/2007 4:12:25 AM

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bmw will never make fwd cars

S4cabriofoxone - 8/30/2007 6:11:54 PM

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Please, tell me what's wrong with them? If VW, Audi and Mini can make them fun, why can't BMW?

bmwpowerf1 - 8/31/2007 2:43:35 AM

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coz fwd is crap

indoctrin8ed - 8/31/2007 5:03:46 AM

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I dont know about this car, but the 1 series is gonna ROCK, especially the 300 hp 135.

indoctrin8ed - 9/3/2007 10:26:13 PM

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I'm really sorry you can't afford a BMW huu.