2022 BMW M135i xDrive update revealed, due here next year

The BMW M135i xDrive has been given an update heading into 2022, with the German manufacturer revising its handling characteristics.

Aimed at the performance-focused driver, the 2022 M135i xDrive has received tweaks under the skin to address shortcomings of the current model, with its front camber values now increased alongside a new hydromount – which is attached to the front wishbones.

A redesign of the trailing and control arms on the back axle have resulted in BMW recalibrating the spring and damper settings all round, reducing lateral roll through corners while increasing steering feedback.

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While no exterior changes have been made, a selection of BMW Individual paint finishes are now available, including the Sao Paulo yellow (pictured), frozen orange metallic and frozen pure grey.

The cabin is also unchanged, with BMW's only modification coming in the form of a revised amplification process for the exhaust note – allegedly now sounding more true to the exterior noises than before.

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Otherwise, the M135i xDrive is unchanged – under the bonnet sits a 2.0-litre, turbocharged four-cylinder engine, pushing out 225kW and 450Nm, sending power to all four wheels through an eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission.

When will the 2022 BMW M135i xDrive come to Australia?

While the updated 2022 model is set to arrive in the first quarter of next year, the MY21 starts at $65,570 before on-road costs for the M135i xDrive Pure.