However, all this performance...
However, all this performance comes at a price: the Roadster S weighs in with a hefty í‚á£38,900 tag - that"s í‚á£7,905 more than BMW"s own 3.0-litre flagship. For those feeling extra flush, a Lux version is also available for a í‚á£3,950 premium. This model features sat-nav, xenon headlights, full leather interior, Bluetooth car phone and CD changer.
It delivers 190bhp and...
It delivers 190bhp and 440Nm of torque - 50Nm more than even the equivalent Range Rover. To distinguish it from petrol cars, the newcomer will be badged the 3 TDV6. It will be offered with a choice of two transmissions - manual or auto, both of which are six-speed and come with a separate transfer box.
Costs and trim specifications will not be announced until closer to the on-sale date in November, but insiders have hinted that prices will start at approximately í‚á£28,000 and rise to í‚á£40,000-plus.