Here’s a better look at the second iteration of BMW’s brand new 1-Series GT with a longer body than the upcoming five-passenger version that makes room for a third row of seats and increased interior space, thus offering the Bavarian automaker it’s first true minivan proposal.
The 7-seat version of the 1-Series GT sports an extended rear overhang and possibly, a longer wheelbase than the more compact 5-seat model that was previewed through last year’s Concept Active Hybrid.
Other changes we spotted between the two GT models in these pictures include the 7-seater version’s bigger rear doors, the slightly taller roof above the last two rows of seats and the more upright design of the tailgate.
Both body styles of the series will use BMW’s new generation of 1.5-liter three-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, which have already been tested on the current 1-Series hatchback.
We should note that, while the GT borrows the 1-Series moniker, it does not employ the same RWD (AWD optional) platform as the hatchback and the future 2-Series Coupe and Convertible, but the FWD UKL1 architecture from the next generation of MINI-branded models.
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