The A5 coupe is based on the A4 sedan, the 3-series coupe would be its direct competitor from BMW.
*my_BMW, the displacement of the turbocharged engines (N55B30/N54B30) found in the 135i, 335i and sdrive35i is 2979cc which is rounded of to 3000cc or 3.0 liters.
If you don't plan to stuff adults at the rear for long distances, th 135i coupe would be a nice alternative, thats pure classic BMW there, compact and light like the classic BMW 2002 and early 3-series models.
PS: The M-version of the 1-series won't be called M1 because that name is sacred for BMW (M1 is the original M, and its a mid-engined supercar.)
The M-version of the 1-series coupe will be called "1 Series M Coupe".
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