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Originally Posted by bimmerjph
Have a few questions.
First. Why are they doing it in AWD? Will the M-Performance cars that make it here be available in RWD?
Second. Why did they feel the need to create a whole new line. Couldn't they have just have just added an "s" or "is" to the end of the number like they have always done?
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My guess is that these models are intended for buyers in the European market who want the handling of an M5 (suspension/chassis) but also want the economy and great all-around drivability of a diesel. AWD also helps put the power to the ground and makes these cars year-round all weather machines.
The reason these cars aren't just badged "is" is that it isn't a brand like ///M is. The "is" designation originally signified a car with the sport package on older models. It appears BMW wants to adopt a similar branding strategy like that of Audi, with their A, S, and RS models.