BMW Canada going AWD exclusive for future models?

OSK77 · 09-26-2010, 10:31 AM

Fingers crossed!

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Originally Posted by hubble bubble

I read this post, an e-mailed BMW to complain. The response I got back claimed Mr Jung has misspoken. BMW Canada's "official" version is that they will soon cease impoting RWD ONLY cars, but will continue to import RWD versions of cars that come either RWD or AWD. They gave a specific example of the 3 series being availabe in either AWD or RWD for the forseeable future.

That sounds better than the article. Maybe my current 335i isn't my last BMW.

cfabluenose · 09-26-2010, 07:27 PM

I sure hope that BMW doesn't do anything stupid. 90% plus of my driving is on dry or wet pavement or with just light snow/slush. Why do I want to spend more money for the AWD system, for the extra fuel consumption, for extra weight and a truck like extra clearance under the car for occasional deep snow? If I wanted a SUV I would have bought one. I want a choice and don't want to be force fed by BMW.

Bimmerista · 09-28-2010, 09:13 PM

I truly hope that Mr Jung misspoke. Otherwise I go back to the brand with the rings.

On a side note BMW already has 2 awd M vehicles; the X5 M and the X6M.

Hmmmm...its a conspiracy after all.

M4TW · 09-28-2010, 10:00 PM

I highly doubt BMW will do away with RWD in Canada, or anywhere. Having options = more sales. That said, I'm a big fan of AWD and hope the next version of the M3 has it - as an option.

OSK77 · 09-29-2010, 01:35 PM

I agree, an M3 with an xDrive option would be great. Just not for me ;P

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