2012 BMW 528i will come with a TwinPower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The car is scheduled to hit the US market this fall. The new “28i” replaces the 3.0 liter version, but it is not less powerful. It features a high-pressure direct-injection, VALVETRONIC and a single twin-scroll turbocharger. 20
BMW will offer even better options for the exclusive X5 and X6 models. The big vehicles can be ordered with new exterior colours and an expanded choice of light alloy wheels. Both models will be available as Exclusive Edition models. Both will hit the market this fall as the BMW X5 xDrive30d will also be available with BMW BluePerformance technology meeting the EURO 6 regulations. It averages 7.4 liters per 100km and 195 g/km of CO2. The latest additions to the range of optional equipment
BMW has released a nice video of the amazing Vision ConnectedDrive. The vehicle concentrates on communication, infotainment and safety. It is a two-seater roadster with aggressive lines and a flat sporting and dynamic silhouette. There are some transparent surfaces providing a cool light show. Vision ConnectedDrive resembles a Vision EfficientDynamics roadster and features a wide grille, huge air intakes, a frameless windscreen and a transparent area in the hood. The interior is split into two main sectio
BMW extends the range of superbly successful Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) – X3. BMW X3 xDrive20i and the BMW X3 xDrive35d will join the line-up in the Autumn of 2011. Both engines boast BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and have a further optimised performance and fuel consumption. 2012 BMW X3 Drive20i is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection direct petrol injection, Double-Vanos variable camshaft control and VALVETRONIC v
2012 BMW 1-Series will hit the UK market on 17 September 2011, with a choice of three diesel and two petrol engines. The price tag is £19 375 otr for a BMW 116i ES. This is the second generation 1-Series as the first had huge success all over the world. However, this is a completely different car featuring a unique and rewarding combination of agile, precise handling, improved aesthetics and innovative technology. As we speaking for technology, the new 1-Series will be available with the superb 116d Efficien
BMW has introduced the first series-production all-electric vehicle by the brand. Two vehicles will be exhibited at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The first is BMW i3 Concept, which is based on Mega City Vehicle concept. The small city car boasts RWD and an electric motor producing up to 170PS (125 kW) and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. 0 to 60 km/h in 3.9 seconds and to 100 km/h in just 7.9 seconds. Not bad for an all-electric vehicle. The range of the vehicle is 130 to 160 km (80
Eisenmann now offers a complete sport exhaust system with 4-pipe end for the BMW 1M coupe – E82. The tuning company crafts the entire exhaust system for the BMW by hand. The new sport exhaust system offers optimized flow characteristics, sporty sound and of course, more power. A comparison measurement with the o
BMW has introduced the new M3 DTM race car, which will be on show to motorsport fans and visitors to BMW Welt at the weekend. The car offers an initial impression of what the BMW M3 DTM will look like when it lines up at the start of the 2012 season. BMW M3 DTM race car is powered by the powerful V8 engine equipped with the air restrictor as detailed in the technical regulations. It develops 480BHP (353 kW), which is enough to catapult the car to 100 km/h in about 3 seconds and to hit a top s
2012 BMW 1-Series Urban line is available with a choice between five engines. The petrol range includes turbocharged 1.6 liter with 170PS (125 kW) and 250Nm in 118i and turbocharged 1.6 liter with 136PS (100 kW) and 220Nm in 116i. The diesel line features 2.0 liter with 184PS (135 kW) and 380Nm in 120d, 2.0 liter with 143PS (103 kW) and 320Nm in 118d and 2.0 liter with 116PS (85 kW) and 260Nm in 116d. BMW ConnectedDrive will be offered as an option for the new 1 Series. Among the extras
Lumma Design has already released the special tuning package for the mighty X6 M and now it is turn to the ordinary SAC. The tuning program includes both styling and performance packages. Lumma aerodynamics kit includes front spoiler bumper with rather enlarged air inlets, double lamps in LED technology and LED day running lights. There are also headlight “eye brows”, mirror hatches, rear spoiler lip and sportive look engine bonnet, made in carbon. Besides, the beefy car body extension
BMW has released two special edition models exclusively for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The manufacturer hits the market with two new Performance Edition models based on the popular BMW 1 Series and 3 Series. The 2012 BMW 1-Series Performance Edition comes with an M aerodynamic package, dark chrome
Kelleners Sport has revealed a stunning tuning package for BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The project name is Kelleners Sport KS1-S and includes both – styling and performance upgrades. The high-revving inline six-cylinder engine with twin-turbochargers now produces whopping 410PS (301 kW), instead of the factory’s 340PS (250 kW) and a hefty torque – 550Nm (from 450Nm). The result is a decline in weight to power ratio from 4.4 to 3.8 kg per hp. The results are achieved thanks to a stainless-steel system and probabl
