New or Significantly Altered Models

2008 BMW 1-Series Convertible
The BMW 1-Series is an entry-level product for the BMW brand. The 1-Series convertible is about 9 inches shorter and 2 inches narrower than the 3-Series convertible, however powertrain options are the same. BMW 128i models are equipped with a 230hp, inline-six and 135i models are equipped with a 300 hp, twin-turbocharged inline-six. The 1-Series convertible features a power-operated soft top.
2008 BMW 1-Series Coupe
The BMW 1-Series is an entry-level product for the BMW brand. Having been sold in hatchback configurations around the world, the new coupe model is the first to be sold in the U.S. market. The 1-Series coupe is about 9 inches shorter and 2 inches narrower than the 3-Series coupe, however powertrain options are the same. BMW 128i models are equipped with a 230hp, inline-six and 135i models are equipped with a 300 hp, twin-turbocharged inline-six.
2008 BMW M3 Convertible
2008 BMW M3 Coupe
2008 BMW M3 Sedan
2008 BMW X6
The X6 is an new take on the SUV by BMW. The X6 features a roofline that sharply tapers in the rear and two rows of seats accommodate only four passengers. The X6 xDrive35i model includes a 300-bhp 3.0L inline-six cylinder and a 4.4L V8 rated at 400-bhp powers the X6 xDrive50i. All-wheel-drive is standard. The X6 features one of the first implementations of torque vectoring.

Updated Models

2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan
The 2008 5 Series features mild exterior and interior updates. The six-cylinder models switch to the latest generation of normally aspirated and turbocharged engines. This results in new 528 and 535 models.
2008 BMW 5-Series Sport Wagon
The 2008 5 Series features mild exterior and interior updates. The six-cylinder models switch to the latest generation of normally aspirated and turbocharged engines. This in a new 535 model designation.

Mostly Unchanged

2008 BMW 3-Series Convertible
2008 BMW 3-Series Coupe
2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan
2008 BMW 3-Series Wagon
2008 BMW 6-series Convertible
2008 BMW 6-series Coupe
2008 BMW 7-Series
2008 BMW M5
The M5 adds an optional six-speed manual.
2008 BMW M6 Convertible
2008 BMW M6 Coupe
2008 BMW X3
2008 BMW X5
2008 BMW Z4 Coupe
2008 BMW Z4 Roadster