Photos: Driving BMW's newest models

The boys in Bavaria have been working overtime, bringing out no fewer than three new model lines in the past 12 months. CNET Car Tech recently got a chance to get behind the wheels of the 1-Series coupe, the X6 crossover, and the new M3. Here are our first impressions.

BMW 135i on the road

As the flagship of the new 1 Series, the 135i combines the twin-turbocharged 6-cylinder engine found in the 335i and 535i with a compact body style to produce a baby Bimmer with blistering performance. While the 135i's 3373 pound curb weight makes it something of a porker for its size, its advertised 0-60 time of 5.1 seconds shows that it is no slouch off the line. The 135i comes with many of the tech toys that we associate with modern BMWs, including available navigation with real-time traffic, Bluetooth hands-free calling, and an iPod integration system.

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