Aren't the 28i cars are "Front-Mid engine" now? That means even the commuter spec 3 series is mid engined design
Seems like BMW is thinking about putting a very powerful gas motor into the i8.
http://www.autoblog.com/2014/10/22/b...hp-i8s-mooted/
I think the Z lineup was supposed to be an level roadster type of car. I don't think it was every meant to be the brand halo?