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Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster
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Originally Posted by corcovado
Pretty sure the use of S55 is just a cost cutting measure. M3 is getting canned due to new WLTP requiring redesign - they compare M3 and M4 demand, cut M3 so they don't have to redesign both cars. Same with N55 - why support more engine/hardware variations when you can just stick S55 into everything and tune it differently across the line-up?
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WTF is WLTP ?
you have many wrong assumptions above.
M3 sedan production ALWAYS ceases 1-2 years before M3/M4 coupe... because the sedans come out first..
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Originally Posted by adc
The M3 is getting canned because this generation sedan ends production, as simple as that. No more F30/F80 after October, enter the new G20 generation.
The next generation 6 cyl M engine (S48?) is not yet ready and will debut in the new X3M, so the S55 it is for the updated M2. Not necessarily a cost cutting measure since it is more costly to produce than say, the N55.
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Correct !  EOP for the M3 is 10/18
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