tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-747834036581699372024-02-06T21:41:33.338-08:00Town+Country BMW | MINI Markham BlogTown+Country BMW dealership is located in Markham, ON. We are a Certified BMW dealer with New and Pre-Owned BMW. This blog serves as a communication hub for both our customers and our staff to update and better educate ourselves with new BMW models and stay in tune with BMW related news and interesting stories.Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.comBlogger309125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-16982618561685662072013-10-31T10:00:00.001-07:002013-10-31T10:00:19.047-07:00New Town+Country BMW Website and Blog<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-77518082996873482602013-10-25T07:01:00.001-07:002013-10-25T07:01:07.734-07:00F22 BMW 2-Series Coupe Wallpapers<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This post contains 20 Awesome desktop wallpapers for the all new F22 BMW 2 Series... You have been warned. Viewer Discretion is advised.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-62141048194193662262013-10-24T16:48:00.005-07:002013-10-24T16:48:44.171-07:00The All-New BMW 2 Series Coupe<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A new dimension for The Ultimate Driving Experience BMW today
announced the introduction of an entirely new model series with the
introduction of the all-new BMW 2 Series Coupe. This successor to the
successful 1 Series Coupe will continue the decades-long tradition of
premium sub-compact coupes with impeccable driving dynamics when it
makes its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in
January 2014. The 2014 BMW 2 Series Coupe Manufacturer’s Suggested
Retail Price in Canada will be released at a later time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">(The contents of this press release refers to the US Market BMW 2 Series, most of which will apply to the Canadian Market BMW 2 Series.) </span></b></span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>The BMW 2 Series Coupe</b><br /><b>• BMW celebrates the premiere of another new model series –</b> The BMW 2 Series Coupe which raises the bar in the premium sub-compact segment in terms of dynamic ability, aesthetic appeal and emotional allure; a distinctive vehicle concept unique in its segment, with a two-door body in classic three-box design typical of BMW Coupes, four seats, rear-wheel drive and a pair of engines and chassis set-up focused squarely on sporting ability; market launch from March 2014, line-up to include a BMW M Performance Automobile – the BMW M235i Coupe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Newly designed Coupe series with significantly larger dimensions than its predecessor, the BMW 1 Series Coupe; length increased by 2.8 inches (72 mm) to 174.5 inches (4,432 mm), width by 1.3 inches (32 mm) to 69.8 inches (1,774 mm), wheelbase by 1.3 inches (30 mm) to 105.9 inches (2,690 mm), front track width by 1.6 inches (41 mm) to 59.9 inches (1,521 mm) and rear track width by 1.7 inches (43 mm) to 61.3 inches (1,556 mm); improved interior space, including 0. 7 inches (19 mm) of extra front headroom and 0.8 inches (21 mm) of additional rear legroom. Trunk capacity increases by 0.7 cu.ft. (20 liters) to 13.8 cu.ft. (390 liters), based on EU measures. Optimized aerodynamic details result in a low Cd of just 0.29 for the 228i Coupe.<br /><br />• Engines with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology deliver segment-leading figures in terms of both sporting ability and efficiency. The BMW 228i Coupe is the first sub- compact BMW model to be powered by the 240 hp version of the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The range-topping, the BMW M235i, is the most powerful gasoline-driven BMW M Performance Automobile. It has a unique M Performance 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder with TwinPower technology delivering 322 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. It features M- specific chassis tuning which, for the US will include standard M Adaptive suspension, M Sport Braking system, variable sport steering and Michelin Pilot Super Sports tires. Even the exhaust has been specifically tuned for the M235i.<br /><br />• Efficiency is further increased by the extensive use of BMW EfficientDynamics technology, including Air Curtains and the Auto Start/Stop function in conjunction with both manual and automatic transmissions; ECO PRO mode is activated via the standard Driving Experience Control switch and includes a coasting function in conjunction with the 8-speed automatic transmission.<br /><br />• Unmistakable BMW handling attributes and impressive ride comfort thanks to rear-wheel drive, longitudinally mounted engines, perfectly balanced distribution of weight and sophisticated chassis technology; double-pivot spring strut front suspension and five-link rear suspension with tuning tailored to each 2 Series model; variable sport steering, M Sport braking system and Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers are all standard on the M235i in the US and optional on the 228i; DSC stability control system including DTC and an electronic locking function for the rear differential as standard; M Performance mechanical limited slip differential available for the BMW M235i Coupe from launch through the Original BMW Accessories range.<br /><br />• High-strength and torsionally stiff body structure developed on the basis of the BMW 1 Series 3- and 5-door, which has been awarded a five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating; extensive occupant protection provided by safety equipment including front, side and head airbags; pedestrian protection is optimized by the active hood and defined front end deformation zones.<br /><br />• High-quality interior with driver-focused cockpit; dual-zone automatic climate control is standard; iDrive operating system is standard in the US, including a 6.5 inch Control Display in exclusive BMW flatscreen design; optional Navigation system includes an 8.8- inch screen and Touch Controller; wide variety of storage compartments, storage areas and cupholders.<br /><br />• Selection of optional driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive unparalleled in the sub-compact segment: High Beam Assistant, Adaptive Headlights, Parking Assistant, rear view camera, Driving Assistant, cruise control system with braking function, extended integration of smartphones and music players, Advanced Real Time Traffic Information (ARTTI) and extended functionality provided by BMW Apps for internet-based services like Facebook and Twitter.<br /><br /><b>• BMW M235i Coupe:</b> Six-cylinder in-line gasoline engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology (twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Direct Injection, Valvetronic variable valve timing, Double-Vanos).<br />- Capacity: 2,979 cc<br />- Output: 315 hp at 5,800 – 6,000 rpm, max. torque 332 lb-ft at 1,300 – 4,500 rpm. Acceleration [0 – 60 mph]: 4.8 seconds with 8-speed sport automatic transmission<br />- Top speed: 250 km/h / 155 mph.<br />- Preliminary EPA Mileage Estimates (mpg) – 22 city/32 highway/25 combined for the 8-speed sport automatic. 19 city/28 highway/22 combined for the 6-speed manual.<br /><br /><b>• BMW 228i Coupe:</b> Four-cylinder engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology (twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Direct Injection, Valvetronic variable valve timing, Double-Vanos.<br />- Capacity: 1,997 cc<br />- Output: 240 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm, max. torque: 258 lb-ft at 1,250 – 4,500 rpm. - Acceleration [0 – 60 mph]: 5.4 seconds with 8-speed sport automatic.<br />- Top speed: 130 mph / 210 km/h (250 km/h / 155 mph with Sport Line or M Sport)<br />- Preliminary EPA Mileage Estimates (mpg) – 23 city/35 highway/27 combined for the 8-speed sport automatic. 22 city/34 highway/26 combined for the 6-speed manual.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The concept: Driving pleasure times 2.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Unbeatable driving dynamics in the premium sub-compact segment.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Emotionally appealing aesthetics in typical BMW Coupe style.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Sporting tradition dates back to the BMW 2 0 0 2 .</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This is not the first time that BMW has treated the sub-compact segment to its customary brand of driving pleasure. The tradition took hold in the US 45 years ago with the introduction of the vaunted BMW 2002. The BMW 1 Series Coupe has fulfilled this role since 2008, its standout position among its rivals rooted most prominently in its rear-wheel-drive concept (still a unique proposition in this class), powerful engines with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and a compelling premium character. The BMW 2 Series Coupe now takes the levels of driving pleasure in a sub-compact coupe to even greater heights. The new two-door cuts a impressive figure with its distinctive body design, a choice of two powerful engines and specially configured chassis technology.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There is clear differentiation between the BMW 2 Series Coupe and the current 1 Series with the new model assuming a character all its own. This differentiation is immediately recognizable in the design of the new car, but it also makes its presence felt in terms of performance. The BMW 2 Series Coupe is an even more eye-catching creation than its predecessor, the successful BMW 1 Series Coupe. As well as a standalone appearance and increased dimensions, there is also greater depth to its product substance in terms of both technology and standard equipment. The result is a new dimension in driving dynamics, aesthetic appeal and premium allure in the sub-compact segment, highlighted by the “2” in the new car’s model designation. The number 2 has denoted the presence of a sporting driving experience in a sub-compact two-door car for 45 years – ever since the introduction of the BMW 2002.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Characteristic features of a BMW Coupe.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The specific vehicle concept behind the BMW 2 Series Coupe – unique in its segment – is faithfully reflected in its body design. The two-door model is first and foremost a BMW Coupe, and the design features that identify a member of this special breed – a three-box body with clearly defined trunk and low-slung silhouette, a long hood, doors with frameless windows and a dynamically stretched roofline flowing smoothly into the tail – are carried over into a sub-compact model with greater enthusiasm and intent than ever. The ultra- sporty driving characteristics of the BMW 2 Series Coupe – thanks to a choice of two powerful engines and chassis technology tuned to make the perfect pairing – are thus expressed in the design of the exterior. The 240 hp N20 TwinPower Turbo 2.0-liter four- cylinder engine in the BMW 228i Coupe makes its debut in a sub-compact BMW model, and the 322 hp inline six-cylinder engine under the hood of the BMW M235i Coupe earns it top billing as the most powerful gasoline-powered member of the BMW M Performance Automobile line-up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The specific proportions of the BMW 2 Series Coupe are contained within a body measuring 174.5 inches (4,432 mm) in length. The two-door model is therefore 2.8 inches (72 mm) longer than the outgoing BMW 1 Series Coupe. The new sub-compact Coupe is also 1.3 inches (32 mm) wider than its predecessor at 69.8 inches (1,774 mm), and has a 1.3 inch (30-mm) longer wheelbase (105.9 inches/2,690 mm) and wider tracks (front: 59.9 inches/1,521 mm, + 1.6 inches/41 mm; rear: 61.3 inches/1,556 mm, +1.7 inches/43 mm). At the same time the vehicle height has been lowered by 0.2 inches (5 mm) to 55.8 inches (1,418 mm). The result is an increase in interior space and 0.7 cu.ft. (20 liters) of additional luggage capacity (now 13.8 cu.ft./390 liters, based on EU measures). The BMW 2 Series Coupe also boasts more efficient aerodynamics than both the BMW 1 Series and its predecessor, as reflected in a Cd of 0.29 for the BMW 228i Coupe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Sporting tradition on a sub-compact footprint.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW 2 Series Coupe builds on the brand’s tradition of sub-compact models offering a satisfying degree of driver engagement. And the presence of the 2 in the model designation creates a close link to this heritage. The introduction in 1968 of the BMW 2002, for instance, opened up a whole new vehicle segment in the US. Inspired by its precisely tailored package of powertrain and chassis technology, the two-door Coupe became a standard-bearer for sporty handling and intense driving pleasure in the sub-compact car segment. The BMW 2002 took center stage – in terms of both its popularity and its success in acting as the first building block in the foundation of what is now widely known as The Ultimate Driving Machine. The most spectacular version was the 170 hp BMW 2002 turbo – the first turbocharged model from a European manufacturer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>The design:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Strong character cuts a distinctive figure.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Typical Coupe proportions, dynamic lines, powerful forms.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Bespoke front and rear detailing accentuates its sporting profile.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Optional Sport Line and M Sport create scope for individualization.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A beguiling blend of sporting prowess and elegance marks out the design of BMW Coupes. And the exterior features which are such a key element of this identity have been carried over to the sub-compact segment car with greater purpose than ever for the BMW 2 Series Coupe. The proportions, lines and surface design of the car have all been tailored to accentuate both the agile driving properties of the two-door and its unique appearance. The BMW 2 Series Coupe has its own specific design language, which secures it a stand-out position in the brand’s model range and – most importantly – sets it apart unmistakably from its segment rivals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Sporting presence, muscular agility and assured elegance come together in the exterior design of the BMW 2 Series Coupe. Defining elements of its interior, meanwhile, include the driver-focused cockpit design you expect of a BMW and a light and contemporary brand of functionality. The car’s more clearly distinguished design identity illustrates its progress in moving the game on from its predecessor. The BMW 2 Series Coupe reflects The Ultimate Driving in more concentrated and intense form than ever before in the premium sub-compact segment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Classic BMW features in a fresh take on the traditional Coupe.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The individual vehicle concept of the BMW 2 Series Coupe is underlined by its specific front and rear end design, dynamically stretched lines and an almost 4.3 inch (110 mm) increase in body length over the BMW 1 Series. Characteristic design elements of a BMW Coupe have been carried over into the sub-compact segment and signature brand features have been given a fresh twist.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Another stand-out feature of BMW Coupes – the hallmark three-box body structure with a clear distinction between roofline and trunk– has a clear presence in the new sub-compact model. Like the side swage lines that wrap around into the tail, this feature picks up on characteristic styling elements of the BMW 2002, drawing a link between the new car and the brand’s long tradition of sporting and agile sub-compact models.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Lines tapering down dynamically towards the BMW kidney grille lend the front end of the BMW 2 Series Coupe a forward-surging presence. The modified contours of the headlight units narrow at their inner extremes, while a standard accent strip – or an LED accent light, if the Adaptive Xenon lights are fitted – cuts across the top of the hallmark BMW twin circular lights. The BMW kidney grille, which is separated from the headlights by narrow strips on either side, protrudes clearly from the front of the car and slants forward at a slight angle. The three-dimensional design of the grille surround and its 11 vertical bars reinforce the car’s striking appearance. The lower air intake is split into three sections. The two outer elements are particularly large and their outlines replicate the form of the headlight units. Air Curtains are integrated harmoniously into an additional section at the outer edges of the front apron and channel the onrushing air precisely behind the front fenders, causing it to hang over the wheels like a curtain. This reduces turbulence and further enhances the outstanding aerodynamics of the BMW 2 Series Coupe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The profile of the BMW 2 Series Coupe sees signature brand features like a long hood, short overhangs, set-back passenger compartment, Hofmeister kink and door handles integrated into the swage line blending with coupe-specific design elements, chief among them the slim window graphic and sweeping roofline gliding back smoothly into the rear end. A prominent character line above the door sill sweeps up rearwards of the B-pillar into the rear wheel arch, whose powerfully flared form focuses the mind on the car’s rear-wheel drive and swells the BMW 2 Series Coupe’s body to its broadest point. The dynamic wedge shape is emphasized, too, by the door sill line itself, which likewise rises up towards the rear. The BMW 2 Series Coupe also has doors with frameless windows and turn signal indicators integrated into the exterior mirrors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The rear of the BMW 2 Series Coupe offers a broad and powerful stance, an impression reinforced by the single-piece light units reaching far into the car’s flanks in the L-shape familiar from other BMW models. An unmistakable night design is provided by the likewise L-shaped LED rear light strips within the units. The third brake light positioned at the upper edge of the rear window is also fed by LEDs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The lines along the sides of the trunk lid taper downwards slightly. This styling cue, along with the additional crease and suggested diffuser element in the rear apron, accentuates the BMW 2 Series Coupe’s road focus and low center of gravity. And yet the new car also has a wider trunk opening than its predecessor.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The exterior paintwork of the BMW 2 Series Coupe can be ordered in a choice of two non-metallic and 10 metallic shades, while customers can also specify Estoril Blue metallic as part of M Sport.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Interior: cockpit design ensures maximum driving pleasure; premium ambience can be enjoyed from four seats.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The dominant themes of the BMW 2 Series Coupe’s interior are the driver- focused design of the cockpit, contemporary functionality and high-quality materials. An Easy Entry function for the front seats facilitates access to the two rear seats, which offer 0.8 inches (21 mm) more legroom than the outgoing Coupe, while headroom for the driver and front passenger has grown by a similar extent. Functionality levels are raised another notch by features including large storage compartments in the doors. The structure of the surfaces for the instrument panel, center console and door trim is dominated by the “layering” effect created by various overlapping surfaces. The length of the doors is emphasized by the converging lines of the door trim elements.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW 2 Series Coupe is fitted with the BMW iDrive operating system, which includes a freestanding onboard monitor in flat screen design. The Control Display comes in 6.5 or 8.8-inch form, with Navigation, while the Controller on the center console has a touch-sensitive surface which allows the driver to input characters (if equipped with the Navigation system).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dakota leather trim is available as an alternative to the standard Sensatec seat surfaces in a choice of three colors. The interior trim strips come in matt Satin Silver as standard but are also optionally available in brushed aluminum or Fineline Stream exquisite wood.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Serving the cause of individual style: BMW Sport Line and M Sport.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW Lines – available as an alternative to standard specification for the BMW 228i Coupe – offer harmoniously coordinated exterior and interior design and equipment features. The BMW Sport Line includes 18-inch light-alloy wheels, ambient lighting with variable use of colors and special seat upholstery, interior trim strip and car key designs as well as a choice of wood or brushed aluminum trim available at no additional cost. BMW Sport Line brings a high-gloss black finish for the outer air intake surrounds, the front of the kidney grille bars, the cross rib in the center air intake and the rear apron, emphasizing the dynamic credentials of the two-door newcomer. Also available from the launch of the BMW 228i Coupe is M Sport, developed specially for the new model. This option comprises bespoke suspension tuning (including a 10-millimeter drop in ride height and18-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design), aerodynamically optimized body elements (including large front air intakes, striking side skirts and a diffuser for the rear apron), plus a special design for the BMW kidney grille and an exhaust tailpipe embellisher in high-gloss chrome. In addition to aluminum door sill strips bearing the M logo, features such as sports seats for the driver and front passenger, Aluminum Hexagon interior trim strips with an accent strip in Estoril Blue, a special dial design for the instrument cluster, ambient lighting and an M driver’s footrest also combine to bring an intense aura of sporty driving to the interior of the BMW 2 Series Coupe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>The driving experience: A perfect balance of agility, efficiency and comfort.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Choice of two engines with BMW TwinPower technology.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Unique in its segment: the eight-speed sport automatic transmission.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Driving Experience Control standard</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">• Variable sport steering, M Sport braking system and Adaptive M suspension all standard on the M235i and optional on the 228i.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW TwinPower Turbo technology ensures an unbeatable balance between driving pleasure and fuel economy for the BMW 2 Series Coupe. The engine line-up for the BMW 2 Series Coupe, the advanced chassis technology tuned precisely to the engine output and the rear-wheel-drive configuration, unique in its segment, provide a sporty driving experience beyond the reach of any rival, combined with outstanding comfort. The standard Driving Experience Control also gives drivers the option – at the touch of a button – of adjusting the car’s set-up to their individual preferences or the driving situation at hand.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A four-cylinder gasoline engine putting 240 hp at the disposal of the BMW 228i Coupe shares the center stage, with an inline six-cylinder engine developing 322 hp, in the BMW M235i Coupe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Both models come standard with an eight-speed sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters for fuel consumption and emissions figures that are even lower than those achieved with the available six-speed manual gearbox. All model variants come with extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW 228i Coupe: efficient power from 2.0-liter displacement.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The engine powering the BMW 228i Coupe sources significantly higher output from its 2.0-liter displacement than the inline six-cylinder available for its predecessor, the BMW 128i. The driver can rely on the services of 240 hp between 5,000 and 6,500 rpm and peak torque of 258 lb-ft which is on tap between 1,250 and 4,500 rpm. The engine makes for a compelling proposition thanks to a familiar BMW appetite for revs and an impressive level of efficiency. Its BMW TwinPower Turbo technology package comprises a twin-scroll turbocharging system, High Precision Direct Injection, Valvetronic fully variable valve timing and Double-Vanos variable camshaft control.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW 228i Coupe sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds on the way to a top speed of 130 mph/210 km/h or 155 mph/250 km/h. Preliminary EPA fuel economy estimates for the 228i are 23 city/35 highway/27 combined for the 8-speed sport automatic. 22 city/34 highway/26 combined for the 6-speed manual.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Sport automatic with Launch Control, ECO PRO mode with coasting function.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Both models of the BMW 2 Series Coupe in the US will come standard with an 8-speed sport automatic transmission, which uses ultra-fast gear changes to underline the dynamic character of the Coupe. It features gearshift paddles on the steering wheel and a Launch Control function, which enables traction-optimized, dynamically maximized acceleration off the line. All the 0 to 60 mph acceleration figures for the automatic variants of the BMW 2 Series Coupe were recorded using Launch Control.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The standard Driving Experience Control switch on the center console allows the car’s set- up to be adjusted at the touch of a button through COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT + and ECO PRO settings. The Driving Experience Control switch can also be used to modify the car’s accelerator mapping and steering characteristics as well as – depending on specification – the responses of the automatic transmission and shock absorbers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In ECO PRO mode the car encourages a particularly relaxed as well as frugal driving style. BMW 2 Series Coupe drivers also reap the benefits of the latest addition to the fuel-saving arsenal – the coasting function, available in conjunction with the automatic transmission. At speeds between 30 and 100 mph (approx. 50 and 160 km/h), the powertrain is disengaged as soon as the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator. If the Navigation system is specified, drivers can also enjoy the optional Active Driving Assistant. In ECO PRO mode this system alerts drivers to the ideal fuel-saving moment to take their foot off the gas ahead of corners, junctions, roundabouts and speed-restricted areas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The standard BMW EfficientDynamics technology also includes Brake Energy Regeneration, on-demand operation of ancillary units, Electric Power Steering, an Optimum Shift Indicator and the Auto Start/Stop function.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Advanced chassis technology tuned precisely to the engine’s output.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The advanced chassis engineering of the BMW 2 Series Coupe includes elements such as a double-joint spring strut front suspension with spring struts and anti-roll bars, and a five- link rear suspension. The chassis has a large amount of aluminum and has been adapted specially to suit the output of the engine fitted. This allows the driver to fully exploit the dynamic potential of the new Coupe, to which a low center of gravity, a much wider track compared to its predecessor and ideal 50:50 weight distribution make key contributions. This creates a harmonious blend of sporting agility and ride comfort in everyday driving.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Variety of options to tailor the car’s handling to personal preference:</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The M Sport braking system, standard on the M235i for the US features fixed calipers, four pistons at the front wheels and two pistons at the rear, and particularly large brake discs. The calipers are painted dark blue and carry the M logo. Another item available from the Original BMW Accessories range is the BMW M Performance braking system with even larger, compound cross-drilled discs and calipers painted in either red, orange or yellow.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The selection of optional equipment includes Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers and M Sport suspension with extra-stiff spring and shock absorber settings. Both set-ups come with a 10-millimetre reduction in ride height. The BMW M Performance sports suspension (also available from the Accessories range) goes a step further still, offering customers a 20-millimetre drop in ride height, bespoke shock absorbers and shorter, red-painted coil springs for their BMW 2 Series Coupe from launch.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The standard DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system comes complete with the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC). These tools are complemented by Brake Assist, Fading Compensation, the Brake Drying function and Start-Off Assistant. In DTC mode, the response thresholds of the driving stability system are set at a higher level. This allows the driver to make use of controlled slip through the driven wheels to pull away on snow or loose surfaces and when taking a particularly dynamic approach to cornering. In DSC Off mode, the Active Differential Brake (ADB- Sport) on the rear axle is activated. Here, a carefully calculated degree of braking force is applied to a spinning driven wheel under acceleration through tight bends, so that drive can still be channeled through the other wheel on the axle and traction levels optimized.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>The BMW M235i Coupe:<br /><br />Topping the sporting ranks in the sub-compact segment</b><br /><br />• BMW M Performance Automobile with 322 hp TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder engine.<br />• Bespoke chassis technology and aerodynamically optimized body, set-up exudes hallmark M precision.<br />• Exclusive sports car interior for maximum driving pleasure.<br /><br />The BMW M235i Coupe is tailor made for the driving enthusiast. It is the latest member of the BMW M Performance Automobile family, and the first for the US market. It embodies the driving dynamics that are signaled by its modified, aerodynamically optimized body design, and is propelled by the most powerful gasoline engine developed so far for a BMW M Performance Automobile. The inline six-cylinder with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology generates maximum output of 322 hp and accelerates the BMW M235i Coupe from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, with the 8-speed sport automatic. Other ingredients in the unique character of the BMW M235i Coupe include the interplay between engine output, bespoke chassis technology and brake system as well as aerodynamic balance that is achieved with hallmark M precision.<br /><br />The vehicle concept of the BMW M235i Coupe responds to the desire of sporty drivers for more driving pleasure without compromising on everyday usability. Its handling properties are defined by impressive agility and precision, the result of extensive modifications made by BMW M GmbH to the components involved in maximizing the car’s sporting ability. The precisely adjustable driving characteristics of the BM M235i Coupe reflect the expertise and experience of BMW M GmbH in both motor sport and the development of high- performance sports cars.<br /><br /><b>Addictive power: six-cylinder in-line engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology.</b><br /><br />The inline six powering the BMW M235i Coupe benefits from the latest development stage in M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology and specific modifications to the cooling system, power management and sound tuning. A twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Direct Injection with centrally positioned multi-hole injectors, Valvetronic variable valve timing and Double-Vanos variable camshaft control team up to ensure instantaneous power delivery and the free-revving characteristics typical of the brand – not to mention exceptional efficiency for this output class. The engine generates its maximum output of 322 hp between 5,800 and 6,000 rpm from its 3.0-liter displacement, while peak torque of 332 lb-ft between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm gives the engine its imposing pulling power.<br /><br />The BMW M235i Coupe is available with a 6-speed manual gearbox as a no cost option. In this new BMW M Performance Automobile it comes with dry sump lubrication and a short- throw shifter for particularly sporty gear changes. As a result, it dashes from rest to 60 mph in 5.0 seconds. The BMW M235i Coupe comes standard with an eight-speed Sport automatic, complete with Launch Control. With Launch Control activated, the 0 to 60 mph sprint is all over in 4.8 seconds. And thanks to the high output and thirst for revs of the inline six-cylinder, impressive reserves of power are still on hand for dynamic mid-range sprints at higher speeds. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph) with both types of gearbox. Preliminary EPA fuel economy estimates for the BMW M235i Coupe are 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway/25 mpg combined for the 8-speed sport automatic. 19 mpg city/28 mpg highway/22 mpg combined for the 6-speed manual.<br /><br /><b>Bespoke chassis tuning for maximum precision.</b><br /><br />In order to translate this outstanding engine power into dynamic performance with an equal measure of excitement and authority, the BMW M235i Coupe features model-specific chassis technology. This includes individually configured spring and shock absorber systems, and specific elastokinematics for the front suspension. The BMW M235i Coupe also comes standard with the M Sport braking system and variable sport steering, which determines its own characteristics.<br /><br />The standard, exclusive 18-inch M light-alloy wheels of the BMW M235i Coupe are fitted with mixed-sized performance tires in 225/40 R18 format for the front wheels and 245/35 R18 at the rear. The Michelin Pilot Super Sports guarantee optimum road holding and traction. Customers can also opt for the 19-inch BMW M Performance forged light- alloy wheels.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Exclusive to the BMW M235i Coupe: a BMW M Performance limited slip differential available as an accessory.</b><br /><br />The BMW M Performance limited-slip differential will be available as an accessory for the M235i Coupe. This mechanical rear axle differential system optimizes traction in suitably dynamic driving situations. When the DSC stability system is switched off, this torque- sensitive limited- slip differential ensures drive is split between the rear wheels to optimum traction-maximizing effect. Reacting to differing torque between the driven wheels, it reduces slip at the wheel with low grip by channeling surplus drive to the other wheel through a locking effect. This controlled drive distribution leads to optimized traction and allows for even more dynamic handling at the limit. Engine power is translated into propulsion as effectively as possible to provide even more dynamic acceleration out of corners, for example.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Like its chassis technology, the aerodynamic properties of the BMW M235i Coupe have also been tweaked to take into account the output of its six-cylinder engine. The front apron bears the hallmarks of M design. Its large air intakes, with flaps adapted from racing car design, also occupy the space reserved for foglamps in the 228i. In the now customary style for BMW M Performance Automobiles, they are transected by horizontal crosspieces in Ferric Grey metallic. Other features of the exterior design are BMW Individual High-gloss Shadow Line trim, exterior mirror caps in Ferric Grey, particularly striking contoured side skirts and a rear apron whose lower section is finished in Dark Shadow metallic paintwork and also incorporates the exhaust system’s twin tailpipes. The package of aerodynamically optimized body features is rounded off by the standard-specification gurney flap on the trunk lid.<br /><br />The car also features door sill strips with aluminum inserts bearing “M235i” lettering and a specially “tuned” interior design. It offers sports seats for the driver and front passenger, an M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, a BMW Individual roof liner in Anthracite, Aluminum Hexagon interior trim with accent strips in matt Estoril Blue or high- gloss black, leather trim for the gearshift lever / selector lever and handbrake lever gaiter, an M driver’s footrest, a special instrument cluster with digital model designation together with red dials and numbers for the speedometer and rev counter, as well as variable use of color for the interior lighting and blue detailing for the car key.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Body, safety and equipment:</b><br /><br />Intelligent lightweight design, smart details<br /><br />• Spaciousness and functionality much enhanced compared to predecessor model.<br />• Comprehensive safety concept including pedestrian protection.<br />• Extensive standard equipment and high-quality options help to set<br />models apart.<br /><br />The development of the BMW 2 Series Coupe has seen significant progress made in terms of spaciousness, functionality and occupant protection compared with its predecessor. The new car’s larger dimensions benefit both interior space and boot capacity. At the same time, even higher standards of passive safety have been achieved thanks to optimized material selection and innovative body construction technology, while weight has been minimized. The BMW 2 Series Coupe also includes a number of innovative pedestrian protection measures.<br /><br />Its broader spread of standard equipment is another aspect of the new model that clearly sets it apart from the BMW 1 Series. And the BMW 2 Series Coupe can also be specified with a host of high-quality options that underline its premium character.<br />Intelligent lightweight design optimizes agility and safety.<br /><br />The construction techniques and materials used for the body of the BMW 2 Series Coupe are underpinned by the principle of intelligent lightweight design. This approach allows agility and occupant protection to be enhanced while keeping the car’s weight as low as possible.<br /><br />For example, the increased rigidity of the car’s front end has a direct effect on the dynamic properties of the BMW 2 Series Coupe.<br /><br />Measures such as considered use of high and ultra-high-tensile steels lend the body increased torsional stiffness and ensure the strength of the safety passenger cell. The mean strength of the materials used in the new Coupe is 13 percent higher than was the case in its predecessor.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>All-embracing concept for occupant and pedestrian protection.</b><br /><br />The precise interplay of numerous safety components as part of a far- reaching overall concept guarantees an impressively high level of occupant protection in situations where a collision is unavoidable. This means the BMW 2 Series Coupe has everything it needs to achieve outstanding ratings in all the relevant crash tests around the world.<br /><br />Extremely durable supporting structures, large deformation zones and highly efficient restraint systems coordinated by powerful control electronics form the basis for the high standard of passive safety in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe. The forces generated in a collision are diverted via precisely defined load paths, absorbed in the deformation zones and thus kept away from the extremely rigid passenger cell. In addition, further developed load path design optimizes compatibility when it comes to minimizing the consequences of accidents for other vehicles involved.<br /><br />Wide-ranging measures have been implemented in the development of the BMW 2 Series Coupe as far as pedestrian protection is concerned. Relocating the intake air duct for the engine plus the air filter for the interior allowed the creation of a larger deformation zone in the hood area. The BMW 2 Series Coupe has also been designed with an “active” hood system: in the event of a collision with a pedestrian or cyclist, the system automatically raises the rear part of the bonnet. This creates additional deformation capacity, and the risk of injury in a collision with particularly unyielding sections of the engine is reduced.<br />The standard safety equipment in the BMW 2 Series Coupe includes front airbags, side airbags integrated into the seat backrests, head airbags for the front and rear seats as well as knee airbags for the driver and front passenger. Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts for all seats, belt force limiters and belt tensioners in the front, and ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear are also included. The standard Tire Pressure Monitor registers a loss of pressure in individual tires and warns the driver by activating a signal in the instrument cluster.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Comfortable entry and more rear legroom.</b><br /><br />The BMW 2 Series Coupe is significantly larger than its predecessor in terms of exterior length, width, wheelbase and track width. These increased dimensions are evident in areas such as headroom in the front seats, which has grown by 0.7 inches (19 mm), and rear-seat legroom, which is up by 0.8 inches (21 mm). In addition, the access space through to the rear is now 0.4 inches (11 mm) larger which, when combined with the standard Easy Entry function for the front seats, means that using the rear seats is a more comfortable experience.<br /><br />The luggage compartment of the BMW 2 Series Coupe has grown by 0.7 cu.ft. (20 liters) and now offers 13.8 cu.ft. (390 liters) of capacity. The width of the trunk aperture is 1.5 inches (38 mm) greater than that offered by the outgoing Coupe. The standard 60:40 split/folding rear seat bench ensures additional variability when it comes to making maximum use of the car’s load-carrying potential. With large door pockets, a roomy glove compartment, two cup holders in the center console and a storage compartment under the armrest, the BMW 2 Series Coupe also offers increased stowage capacity inside the passenger compartment. The lower section of the door trim offers space for drinks bottles up to one liter in size.<br /><br /><b>Standard equipment includes dual-zone automatic climate control and Driving Experience Control.</b><br /><br />The standard equipment list for the BMW 2 Series Coupe starts with the iDrive Controller and screen as well as Bluetooth hands-free and USB port. Standard equipment for the BMW 2 Series Coupe also includes Driving Experience Control – which allows the driver to adjust the suspension set-up as desired – and dual zone automatic climate control.<br /><br />With the optional Navigation system on board, iDrive brings with it an 8.8-inch Control Display and a Touch Controller with touch-sensitive surface which allows the driver to input characters. Among the equipment available to fulfill individual communication and entertainment requirements are Bluetooth audio streaming and the Harman Kardon HiFi system.<br /><br /><br /><b>BMW ConnectedDrive in the BMW 2 Series Coupe: Connectivity with added variety</b><br /><br />• Most extensive range of driver assistance systems and mobility services in the sub-compact segment.<br />• High Beam Assistant and Active Driving Assistant enhance safety.<br />• Standard BMW Assist eCall with enhanced automatic collision notification and BMW Teleservice included for 10 years.<br />• Additional functions can be accessed through BMW ConnectedDrive.<br /><br />The range of standard and optional equipment available via BMW ConnectedDrive ensures the BMW 2 Series Coupe occupies a leading position when it comes to the intelligent link-up of the driver, car and outside world. BMW ConnectedDrive offers a selection of innovative driver assistance systems and mobility services designed to optimize comfort, safety and the use of infotainment functions. Among the driver assistance systems available for the first time in a sub-compact model from BMW are the High Beam Assistant and optional Active Driving Assistant. The optional ConnectedDrive Services provide an optimized platform for using telephone and internet- based services, while a range of other innovative functions can be integrated into the car’s operating system via apps.<br /><br /><b>Driver assistance systems enhance comfort and safety.</b><br /><br />The range of BMW ConnectedDrive features available for the BMW 2 Series Coupe includes a rain sensor with automatic headlight activation. Adaptive Xenon headlights including cornering light are optional. Customers can also order their car with High Beam Assistant.<br /><br />Other features available for the BMW 2 Series Coupe include Park Distance Control and the rear view camera, which displays its images on the iDrive operating system’s Control Display in order to help to ensure precise and comfortable maneuvering. The likewise optional Parking Assistant aids the driver in choosing and making use of parallel parking spaces. The system identifies suitable spaces and, if desired, carries out the steering movements required to park the car.<br /><br />The innovative Driving Assistant option comprises the camera-based Lane Departure Warning and Collision Warning systems. The Lane Departure Warning system can be used at speeds over 70 km/h (43 mph) and alerts drivers with a visible signal in the instrument cluster and a vibration though the steering wheel rim if they have inadvertently drifted out of their lane. At speeds upwards of 15 km/h (9 mph), Collision Warning recognizes if the distance to the vehicle travelling in front has become too small. As well as triggering visual and acoustic warnings, this system primes the brakes to help the driver achieve the shortest possible stopping distance if he or she has to intervene.<br /><br /><b>Internet-based services can be integrated into the car via apps.</b><br /><br />Innovative technologies also optimize the integration of the Apple iPhone and other smartphones, as well as music players, into the car, including the use of internet-based services. The ConnectedDrive Services option lays the groundwork for in-car connectivity by means of a built-in SIM card. This allows customers to access the internet, the Concierge Service telephone-based information facility, remote functions, the BMW ConnectedDrive range of online entertainment features. BMW Assist eCall with enhanced automatic collision notification and BMW TeleService is included for 10 years as standard equipment on every BMW 2 Series in the US.<br /><br />Numerous other functions can also be integrated into the car at a later stage using apps – via a smartphone or the built-in SIM card. These include Advanced Real Time Traffic Information, web radio functions and use of social networking services such as Facebook and Twitter. The flexible app concept allows the integration both of applications developed by the BMW Group and of BMW Apps-ready applications from external providers. One app that is tailor-made for a car like the M235i is the M Laptimer. Looking forward, this capability will allow BMW drivers to seamlessly transfer numerous familiar functions into their car.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-80028543648448632322013-10-24T08:24:00.002-07:002013-10-24T11:48:39.172-07:00All New BMW M235i SD Press Shots <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Tomorrow we will have our full range coverage of the All New BMW 2 Series, today we bring you some Standard Definition Press Photos of the BMW M235i Coupe! (New Pictures Added of the Modern Line and Base Line BMW 2 Series)<br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-57769263590121246092013-10-23T09:33:00.005-07:002013-10-23T09:33:55.553-07:00BMW 2 Series Coupe Live Shots<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">2 More days until we see the unveiling of the brand new BMW 2 Series, here is a collection of live pictures that circulated on the web in the last few days you may have already seen. The car looks fantastic! We will post the HD shots once we receive it in a few days.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-62356077154747452712013-10-16T16:03:00.003-07:002013-10-16T16:03:35.802-07:00BMW 4 Series Convertible Exterior Design Video<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-58921232776092842232013-10-16T14:21:00.003-07:002013-10-16T14:21:22.146-07:00The All-New BMW 4 Series Convertible<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The all-new BMW 4 Series Convertible represents the latest chapter in the modern history of BMW Convertibles which dates back to 1987 and the first BMW 3 Series Convertible, The newest top-down Ultimate Driving Machine. As with the new BMW 4 Series Coupe, the 4 Series Convertible embodies the very essence of dynamics and aesthetic appeal in the premium segment. The “4” in its title headlines this new product line for the Convertible and emphasizes not only its stand-out design, but also the fact that any way you look at it, the new 4 Series Convertible represents something more than its BMW 3 Series cousins – 3+1, if you will. The 2014 BMW 4 Series Convertible will again feature a three-piece retractable hardtop with new features and functionality. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The new BMW 4 Series Convertible will be offered in the US as both a 428i, featuring BMW’s award-winning TwinPower Turbo 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and as a 435i with the multi- award winning TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter inline six. Both will feature a standard 8-speed sport automatic transmission. The 428i Convertible will be offered with a choice of rear- wheel drive or with optional xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system, while the 435i Convertible will be available at launch with rear wheel drive. The 2014 BMW 428i Convertible will have a base MSRP of $49,675, and the 2014 BMW 435i Convertible will have a starting price of $55,825. Both prices include $925 destination and handling. The 2014 BMW 4 Series Convertible will arrive in US showrooms in the first quarter of 2014.<br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible is visibly larger in width and wheelbase than the outgoing BMW 3 Series Convertible, and its stretched silhouette sits considerably lower to the road. This, together with its BMW-typical short overhangs, long hood and set-back passenger compartment with flowing roofline, give the BMW 4 Series Convertible a visual balance. The car’s striking front end – with its characteristic BMW design features, such as the double-kidney grille, four round headlights and a large air intake in the front apron – is keen to display its family ties with the BMW 3 Series. New elements of the BMW 4 Series Convertible are the Air Breathers, which are positioned rearwards of the front wheel arches to reduce drag. The Convertible’s muscular wheel arches and wide track give an aggressive stance, with its prominent horizontal lines.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Improved roof design and construction. Extra comfort. More functionality.</b><br /><br />The design language of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is reflected in the car’s unmistakable and elegant silhouette with balanced proportions when the top is down, and in the coupe-like profile of the roofline – without a B-pillar – when the hardtop is up. The three- piece retractable hardtop is distinguished by advanced soundproofing with its “noise- absorbing” headliner, ensuring quietness and passenger comfort under all weather conditions – even in winter. The interior roof is fully lined and features integrated lights that add to the ambience expected of a premium sport coupe. When the top is down and stored in the trunk, the standard load and unload assistance function moves the folded roof and the trunklid upwards to provide ample storage space and easy access. Even large and bulky items, like luggage or golf clubs, can be conveniently stowed when the top is down. The sound-absorbing headliner also reduces wind noise by up to 2 dB in comparison to its predecessor.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Individual equipment lines and exclusive details.</b><br /><br />The interior of the BMW Series 4 Convertible presents a stylish fusion of sporty allure, elegance and exclusivity. All of the controls are arranged ergonomically around the driver to provide optimum access to all functions. The doors are designed so that all the lines converge towards the rear, and bright color combinations featuring a two-tone effect for the door and side panels, in combination with the hardtop cover, contribute to the “boat deck” look. This wrap-around interior design provides a cabin that allows all passengers to share the open-sky driving experience. The design of the stand electrically adjustable seats is new and, again, includes integrated seatbelts. If desired, the standard seats and the optional sport seats with recessed head restraints can be equipped with neck warmers for the driver and front passenger for the first time, as part of the available Cold Weather Package. When the top is down, the temperature setting is automatically controlled in relation to the outdoor temperature and the speed of the vehicle. In addition to the standard model, two specially equipped lines and M Sport are available in the US. The Sport Line and Luxury Line versions can be selected to personalize the new convertible with special interior and exterior accents. The fine materials and meticulous craftsmanship underline the premium ambiance of the BMW 4 Series Convertible.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Sharp driving dynamics befitting The Ultimate Driving Machine</b><br /><br />The defining characteristics of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible are its driving dynamics and aesthetics. As always, BMW engineers have placed special focus on steering accuracy, precision, linear control response, and agility to fortify the new BMW 4 Series Convertible as the latest shape of The Ultimate Driving Machine. Sophisticated chassis technology, near- perfect 50:50 weight distribution, fine-tuning in the wind tunnel, and lightweight construction all contribute to meet that goal.<br /><br />The all-new BMW 4 Series Convertible has a longer wheelbase, wider track and lower ride height than the previous-generation BMW 3 Series Convertible. Its lower suspension brings down the car’s center of gravity. As a result, the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is inherently one of the sportiest open cars on the road.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /><b>BMW EfficientDynamics – A holistic philosophy.</b><br /><br />In addition to its sporty driving dynamics, the new BMW 4 Series Convertible offers outstanding fuel efficiency. This is a result of the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy, which can be found in almost every aspect of the new model. The car’s lightweight construction and aerodynamic features – headlined by the groundbreaking Air Curtains and Air Breathers – also help to maximize efficiency. At its core, the new BMW 4 Series Convertible has been engineered for performance excellence, while other features including Auto Start-Stop and on-demand operation of ancillary units help lower fuel consumption and emissions as well. Use of ECO PRO mode gives the potential to cut fuel use by as much as 20 percent.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>BMW ConnectedDrive.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible uses a combination of driver assistance systems and mobility services (available as standard or optional under the BMW ConnectedDrive banner) to increase safety, comfort and convenience of access to infotainment features. Among the optional highlights are a new generation of BMW Navigation System, which offers extra capability, sharper graphics and 3D elements for the map display, the full-color BMW Head-Up Display; Active Driving Assistant, which warns the driver of a potential collision with a pedestrian, the intelligent; LED High Beam Assistant and the latest iteration of BMW Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go. As far as infotainment is concerned, efficient interface technology enables the integration of smartphones and numerous Bluetooth office functions. The latter also offers the driver the option of a dictation function with full speech recognition. Each feature has been carefully integrated to minimize driver distraction while the vehicle is in motion.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Design: Aesthetic appeal blends with individuality and sporty ability.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible represents the fifth generation in the heritage of modern BMW convertibles. Just like the BMW 4 Series Coupe, the new BMW 4 Series Convertible introduces new dimensions of aesthetic design and sportiness. At the same time, the new model reinforces the company’s claim to years of market leadership when it comes to designing and building premium convertibles for the mid-size segment. More than ever before, it is the design language of the BMW 4 Series Convertible that accounts for its eye-catching and powerful presence on the road. The synergy of dynamic performance with maximum driving pleasure is another milestone in the story begun by the BMW 4 Series Coupe and now being continued with the launch of the BMW 4 Series Convertible.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Athletic elegance, impeccable proportions.</b><br /><br />The proportions of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible differ significantly from those of the outgoing BMW 3 Series Convertible. Although only an inch (26 mm) has been added to the car’s length (182.6 in / 4,638 mm), a 2-inch (50-mm) longer wheelbase (110.6 in / 2,810 mm) enhances the stretched Convertible’s profile. These dimensions combined with the BMW 4 Series Convertible’s characteristically short overhangs, long hood and set-back passenger compartment produce a visually balanced silhouette. The athletic appearance of the BMW 4 Series Convertible is particularly emphasized by its 1.7inch (43-mm) increase in the width (71.9 in / 1,825 mm). Notably, the rear wheel arches mark the car’s broadest point, giving a more aggressive stance. As a result, 1.8-inch-(45-mm) wider front track (60.8 in / 1,545 mm) and full 3.1 inches (81 mm) of extra width at the rear axle (62.7 in / 1,593 mm) promise – even at a standstill –further improvements in sporty characteristics for which BMW is known.<br /><br /><b>Eye-catching front end with prominently sporty contours.</b><br /><br />Signature BMW front-end design features, such as the double-kidney grille and four round headlights, undoubtedly identify the 4 Series Convertible as a BMW. It is unmistakably the 3 Series’ sibling, although the differences are apparent. The optional eye-catching full-LED headlights, with their hexagonal design, and the slightly forward-slanting BMW kidney grille form a single unit and strengthen the athletic presence of the BMW 4 Series Convertible on the road. Below the headlight line, the BMW 4 Series Convertible features a large air intake in the front apron. On the far left and right-hand edges of the air intakes are the additional small vertical apertures for the Air Curtains. These vents improve the airflow around the outside of the front wheels and help cut fuel consumption at higher speeds.<br /><br /><b>Flowing lines shape the elegantly sporty silhouette.</b><br /><br />Powerfully taut surfaces and precise, sweeping lines define the athletic outline of the BMW 4 Series Convertible. The sloping roofline stretches the car’s overall appearance and elegantly accentuates the sporting profile of the flanks. The molding at the juncture of the three-piece folding hardtop and the body is an eye-catching touch. It is available in chrome, black or brushed aluminum, depending on the model variant. Additionally, the shallow, homogeneous side window graphic with the signature BMW Hofmeister kink at the trailing edge of the C-pillar generates dynamic visual tension. Below the windows, the double swage line inherited from the BMW 3 Series teams up with the striking door sill line to strengthen the body’s dynamic wedge shape. The car exudes dynamic elegance when the top is down, and the smooth, flowing look of the silhouette is in no way compromised by radio antennas or the roll bars, which are intelligently hidden behind the rear head restraints. Located just rearwards of the BMW 4 Series Convertible’s front wheels are Air Breathers designed to reduce drag around the wheel arches. Together, the Air Breathers and Air Curtains underline the sporting character of the car’s design and provide tangible evidence of the innovative aerodynamic solutions devised by BMW as part of the company’s EfficientDynamics development strategy. The sporting character of the BMW 4 Series Convertible extends into the powerful design of the rear. The prominent horizontal lines and broadly stretched L-shaped tail lights positioned at the outer edges of the rear draw extra attention to the muscular wheel arches and wide track.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Three-piece retractable hardtop. Form and function.</b><br /><br />The BMW 4 Series Convertible offers outstanding everyday driving qualities and a dynamic design, with the top up or down. These seemingly contradictory qualities were already combined in the BMW 3 Series Convertible, the predecessor model that set standards for premium mid-size convertibles. The hardtop of the BMW 4 Series Convertible features a number of design improvements that reduce noise levels for a much quieter interior ambience. The sound-absorbing headliner also reduces wind noise by up to 2 dB in comparison to the predecessor model.<br /><br />All it takes is the push of a button to transform a dynamic coupe into an elegant, athletic convertible in a mere 20 seconds. The top can also be lowered when the vehicle is travelling at speeds of up to 18 km/h (approx. 11 mph). The vehicle’s air resistance with the steel top up is Cd 0.28 – and it is just Cd 0.33 when the hardtop is retracted. The redesigned windblock is standard in the US. The available three-temperature neck warmers allow for comfortable open-air driving at high speeds and low temperatures. The windblock is now smaller, lighter and easier to use, plus it is more effective than previous variants. When it is not needed, the windblock can be stored behind the rear seat to save space, which is also a new feature. The BMW 4 Series Convertible also has plenty of space in the trunk, even when the retractable hardtop is lowered. The new convertible offers wider access to the luggage compartment, and an electro-hydraulic loading assistance system raises and positions the folded hardtop in the trunk as needed to ensure maximum utilization of the 7.8 cu. ft. (220 liters) of storage space available.<br /><br />The loading assistance feature makes sure that there is always ample access to the boot whether the top is up or down. Two storage compartments on the right and left of the main luggage area are also available for stowing small items when the retractable top is up.<br /><br />When the top is up, the luggage compartment has a volume of 13.0 cu. ft. (370 liters) – that is 0.7 cu. ft. (20 liters) more than available in the BMW 3 Series Convertible. All trunk volumes are based on ECE measures. Even bulky items can be transported with the BMW 4 Series Convertible. A flat and level storage area can be utilized when the backrest of the rear bench seat is folded down. The load-through feature, which is standard in the US, makes even more space available: Either a wide opening between the rear passenger compartment and the trunk, or a smaller opening, for skis for example, when four people are seated in the vehicle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Prominently flared wheel arches project signature sporty character.</b><br /><br />The sporty character of the BMW 4 Series Convertible extends into the design of the rear. The horizontal lines and stretched tail lights positioned at the outer edges of the rear draw attention to the flared wheel arches and wide track. The sloping rear window has a lowering effect on the car’s tail and gives the body an even more aggressive look, and also shows off the car’s shoulders. The L-shaped taillights of the BMW 4 Series Convertible flow into the car’s overall design. They continue the path of the swage line from the flanks, creating a link to the rear end.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Functional sportiness and elegance in the interior.</b><br /><br />The interior of the BMW 4 Series Convertible blends sporting intent and exclusivity to stylish effect. An approach known as layering – the clever utilization of space through the structuring of lines and surfaces into layers – provides a natural canvas for the hallmark BMW driver focus, but is careful not to exclude the front passenger from the action. All of the controls are arranged ergonomically around the driver to provide optimum access to all functions. A sports steering wheel, crystal-clear circular instruments in black panel look and the freestanding, flatscreen iDrive monitor, the iDrive Touch Controller – all within easy reach on the center console – underline the sense of functional elegance. The dynamic horizontal lines of the instrument panel extend into the optional two-tone door and side panel trim. This is enhanced by the retractable hardtop cover to create an exclusive “boat deck” look. The interior design wraps around the driver and front passenger in an unbroken sweep and lends the interior an engagingly dynamic feel while showcasing the typically long doors. The interplay of surfaces and lines in the car’s side panels, plus the continuation of the accent strip, creates a visual connection between the front and rear of the interior.<br /><br />The completely new design of the electrically adjustable front seats in the new BMW 4 Series Convertible includes integrated retractable seat belts – a feature not available on any other vehicle in this class. If desired, the standard seats and the sport seats, included with the Sport Line and M Sport, can be equipped with neck warmers for the driver and front passenger as part of the Cold Weather Package in the US. The dynamic character of the 4 Series Convertible can also be seen in the rear compartment. The bench design is contoured to form two individual seats, with cup holders and a storage tray for small items between them. The rear head restraints are separated from the concealed roll bars and can be removed if desired. The roll bars are comprised of two massive steel elements hidden behind the rear seats – in critical situations, sensors trigger the system and the roll bars are extended in less than 200 ms.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Sport and Luxury Lines as well as M Sport available for personalization.</b><br /><br />High-class material combinations, exclusive colors and opportunities for personalization define the premium feel inside the new BMW 4 Series Convertible. As well as the basic trim level, whose material and color concept accentuates the car’s classic character; customers have a choice of two BMW Lines as well as the popular M Sport to add individual touches to the car’s exterior and interior. The Sport Line and Luxury Line embody different takes on the car’s character, adapting the design and color scheme for the kidney grille and air intakes, exterior mirror caps, Air Breathers, trim strips in the front and rear apron, door sill strips and range of wheel rims to set the car apart externally from the basic trim level.<br /><br /><b>Sport Line:</b> The Sport Line adds extra depth to the BMW 4 Series Convertible with a selection of exterior body features in high-gloss black. A sport suspension is included for rear-wheel drive models, setting an exciting tone for the driving experience. The standard high-gloss black B-pillars and black wrap-around window strip give the car an even sportier look, along with nine molded high-gloss black kidney grille slats in a chrome-colored surround. The three black air intakes in the front apron and the likewise black Air Breathers draw the eye to the car’s aerodynamic features. 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) in twin-spoke design provide a more performance-oriented look. From the rear, the BMW 4 Series Convertible with Sport Line can be identified by the black trim strip level with the rear apron and the black exhaust tips. Inside the car, black and red accents, such as the red trim rings in the inner circle of the instrument dials and red stitching on the sport steering wheel, provide a pronounced contrast. Sports seats are included. The available Coral Red interior includes Coral Red leather sport seats, red door panel trim and a red lower section for the instrument panel.<br /><br /><b>Luxury Line:</b> High-gloss chrome touches give the exterior of the BMW 4 Series Convertible a particularly elegant and exclusive appeal. 11 kidney grille slats with chromed fronts and matte black sides, two high-gloss double bridges in the front apron’s outer air intakes and chromed Air Breathers all offer elegant touches. The chrome window surround is another visual highlight, with special 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) available. The BMW 4 Series Convertible Luxury Line is recognized from the rear by a high-gloss chrome strip in the rear apron and the chrome exhaust tips. The interior also stands out with various chrome elements, such as the surround for the audio and air conditioning system. High-gloss wood strips, leather seats with stitching and a choice of two upholstery variants in four colors highlight the possibilities in the Luxury Line. Exclusively available for the BMW 4 Series, Ash Grain anthracite fine wood trim surfaces and a Pearl Gloss Chrome metal inlay round off the Luxury Line features.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>M Sport:</b> Customers wishing to endow their new BMW 4 Series Convertible with as much of the traditional Ultimate Driving Machine character as possible may opt for M Sport. It includes an M aerodynamic package including numerous body components (front apron with large air intakes, rear bumper with diffuser, side skirts) and high-gloss Shadow Line trim. The exterior paint shade Estoril Blue Metallic is available only with M Sport on the 4 Series Convertible. M Sport is further distinguished by 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) in M design. Inside, features such as M door sill finishers, an M leather steering wheel and an M driver’s footrest complete the atmosphere. Technical features of this package include M Sport suspension (rear-wheel drive models only) and M Sport Brakes (also a stand-alone option on all 435i Convertibles and an optional upgrade on 428i Convertible when M Sport is chosen) which includes calipers painted in blue finish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Hallmark BMW set-up makes the difference.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible benefits from BMW’s customary approach of splitting steering and drive forces between the front and rear axles, which is the ideal platform for balanced driving characteristics, directional stability and agile handling. It also has a 50:50 weight distribution, which sets it apart from its competitors. Taking into account its low center of gravity, unique chassis set-up and lightweight construction, the 4 Series Convertible is an exceptionally dynamic overall package which will satisfy every type of driver.<br />A rigorous focus on sports performance.<br /><br />The chassis construction of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is based on that of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. However, the springs and damping, axle kinematics and elastokinematics have all been tailored precisely to the character of the new convertible. Indeed, the chassis engineers have managed to make further improvements to the agility and accuracy offered by the chassis, thanks to modification and fine-tuning of variables such as the camber angle, the track and the roll center. Last but not least, special body strengthening elements in the front section and the undercarriage of the car help to further enhance steering precision and feedback.<br /><br /><b>Double-pivot strut-type front suspension with anti-roll bar.</b><br /><br />The front suspension of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible combines maximum stiffness with minimum weight. Aluminum torque struts, wishbones and swivel bearings bring a reduction in unsprung weight. At the same time, the engineers optimized the kinematics of the double-pivot suspension for agility and precision. Adjusting the position of the control arms in the swivel bearings from their arrangement on the latest BMW 3 Series Sedan gives the car a .7-inch (19-mm) lower roll center, which has a positive effect on driving performance. An additional strut between the front axle subframe and body sill creates a stiffer overall connection between the front wheels and the car’s main structure, so the transverse forces generated on entry into corners are transferred to the car more directly. The BMW 4 Series Convertible responds more directly to the driver’s steering commands and displays more sporty characteristics and greater agility. And that means it carves through corners with ease and precision.<br /><br /><b>Five-link rear suspension enhances the car’s engaging character.</b><br /><br />The rear axle of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is a key component in its driving characteristics, but that does not mean comfort has been overlooked. This construction is based on the five-link concept, and its elastokinematics have been tuned specially for this sporting convertible. In addition, extra-wide mounts and supports on the wheel carriers for track and camber, slightly repositioned pivot points, stiff control arms and suspension subframes, and the use of thrust arms to connect the suspension with the body all provide an excellent basis for a sporty and dynamic overall set-up. The result is precise and assured wheel location, directional stability in any driving situation. Aerodynamic features around the rear suspension also contribute to driving precision.<br /><br /><b>Servotronic steering standard, Variable Sport steering optional.</b><br /><br />A standard feature of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is the Servotronic system which provides speed-sensitive power assistance. The system’s precise programming results in sharper steering feel, feedback, precision, accuracy and immediate response. The new BMW 4 Series Convertible can also be equipped with Variable Sport steering as part of the optional Dynamic Handling Package. This provides a somewhat “quicker” on-center steering ratio which then varies depending on the amount of steering “lock” (angle) applied by the driver. The result is even more-lively steering during the “turn-in” phase of cornering, and excellent stability mid-corner and on corner exit.<br /><br /><b>Powerful standard braking systems with lightweight construction.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible comes equipped with powerful swing-caliper or fixed- caliper brakes and large, inner-vented brake discs. The calipers on the front brakes are made of aluminum. As well as low unsprung weight, the brakes also stand out with their high heat tolerance, excellent wet braking performance, ease of use and excellent feel. A brake pad wear indicator and the Brake Drying function are standard on all models.<br />Intelligent lightweight construction concept and aerodynamic fine-tuning.<br /><br />Dynamic performance and handling is significantly influenced by vehicle weight. The new BMW 4 Series Convertible’s intelligent lightweight construction concept makes a major contribution to the car’s dynamic qualities. The use of high- and ultra-high-strength multi- phase steels and tailored blanks, customized precision components for specific applications, maximizes the body’s strength. The torsional rigidity has been increased by 40 percent compared with its predecessor. The top also plays a decisive role in a convertible, because the car does not have a roof serving as a permanent support element. The BMW 4 Series Convertible is up to 44 lbs. (20 kg) lighter than its predecessor, depending on the model, even though the new vehicle is larger and complies with more stringent safety standards.<br /><br /><b>Aerodynamic qualities.</b><br /><br />When the hardtop is up, the new BMW 4 Series Convertible highlights its aerodynamic qualities with a Cd (drag coefficient) of 0.28 – which is the same figure as for the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. The convertible achieves a Cd of 0.33 when the top is down. This is possible due to the optimization of the front apron and the rear of the car. The BMW Air Curtains in the front apron generate a veil of air which reduces turbulence – and therefore drag – around the front wheels. The new Air Breathers positioned rearwards of the front wheel arches divert some of the air flowing through the wheel arches, thereby reducing air resistance. These innovations serve to optimize fuel efficiency and – at the same time – enhance the lift coefficient.<br /><br /><b>Adaptive M Sport suspension, adaptive suspension and M Sport brakes.</b><br /><br />The M Sport suspension included is part of the Sport Line and M Sport. It works with a firmer spring/shock absorber set-up and stiffer anti-roll bars, and its kinematics/ elastokinematics (bushings and bearings) have also been tweaked to suit the new BMW 4 Series Convertible. The M Sport suspension also includes 18-inch or optional (435i only) 19-inch light-alloy wheels. Alternatively, customers can select a lowered (non-xDrive models) Adaptive suspension, included in the Dynamic Handling Package, which adjusts the electronic damper mapping to each road surface and driving situation. The driver can also use the Driving Experience Control switch to vary the basic suspension settings between comfort and sport, according to personal preference. For performance-minded customers, BMW offers the M Sport Brakes. The aluminum fixed calipers (four-piston at the front, two- piston at the rear) and large discs combine low weight with short stopping distances.<br /><br /><b>Driving Experience Control switch with ECO PRO mode: extra-sporty or efficient driving modes at the touch of a button.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible also offers drivers the ability to change between sporty, eco or comfort settings, depending on mood or preference. Using the Driving Experience Control switch with ECO PRO mode on the center console, drivers can select between ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT or SPORT+ (most models). Each of these selections will activate different settings for the powertrain and suspension components.<br /><br />In SPORT mode, throttle response is improved and the steering becomes more direct. If the automatic transmission is fitted, the gearshift points are also altered for sportier driving. Depending on the car’s specification, different settings can be selected for the powertrain and chassis components. In SPORT+ mode, the Dynamic Stability Control thresholds are raised and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) is activated. The electronic limited-slip function for the rear differential can then provide better acceleration out of corners or sharp bends.<br /><br /><b>Powerful engines maximize dynamic performance.</b><br /><br />Owning a Convertible reflects a driver’s passion for elegant lines and top-down motoring, but it does not rule out performance driving and high-class dynamics. The state-of-the-art powertrain technology under the skin of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible ensures it delivers an engaging driving experience that satisfies even the most demanding expectations.<br /><br />Longitudinally front-mounted, inline engines powering the rear wheels continue BMW’s tradition in creating a drive concept that delivers great driving pleasure. Both engines available for the new BMW 4 Series Convertible use BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, which combines sporty performance characteristics with improved efficiency. Available from launch are an inline six-cylinder engine for the BMW 435i Convertible and a four-cylinder unit for the BMW 428i Convertible. These award-winning engines not only supply the BMW 4 Series Convertible with outstanding acceleration and elasticity, they also keep the cars weight down to improve driving dynamics and lower fuel consumption.<br /><br /><b>The elite athlete: award-winning inline six-cylinder engine.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 435i Convertible gives full value to performance-minded drivers thanks to a refined high-revving inline-six engine with instant power delivery and great fuel efficiency. Equipped with High Precision Direct Injection and Valvetronic fully variable valve control, the 3.0-liter engine with aluminum crankcase develops maximum output of 300 hp between 5,800 and 6,000 rpm. Peak torque of 300 lb-ft is generated at 1,200 rpm and remains on tap up to 5,000 rpm.<br /><br />The multi-award winning six-cylinder engine allows the new BMW 435i Convertible to accelerate from 0-60 in about five-and-a-half seconds, on the way to an electronically limited 250 km/h (155 mph) top speed, when equipped with performance tires.<br /><br /><b>Low weight, high performance: the four-cylinder for the BMW 428i Convertible.</b><br /><br />Smooth power delivery, available torque, high revs and low weight define the 2.0-liter four- cylinder turbocharged engine. BMW’s engine technology package – including High Precision Direct Injection, twin-scroll turbocharging, Double-VANOS variable camshaft control and Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology – offers high performance potential combined with low fuel consumption and emissions.<br /><br />The cutting-edge four-cylinder engine of the new BMW 428i Convertible generates maximum output of 240 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm and peak torque of 255 lb-ft, which the driver can access between 1,250 and 4,800 rpm. This allows the 428i to sprint from 0 to 60 in about 6.2 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), when equipped with summer performance tires. The engine gives a smooth power delivery from the moment it spins above idle to the upper regions of its engine speed range along an almost linear curve.<br />8-speed Sport automatic transmission.<br /><br />The standard high-performance 8-speed Sport automatic transmission – with its extra gears, quick gear changes and delightful shift comfort – is perfectly matched to the character of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible. With only small changes in rpm between gear ratios, the ideal gear is on hand in virtually any situation out on the road. Many technical features and internal efficiencies ensure powerful acceleration and short bursts of speed are possible with no additional fuel consumption. The 8-speed automatic’s intelligent control technology enables quick shift and reaction times and direct downshift capability. Drivers may also shift gears using paddles on the steering wheel. Drivers can choose between Normal and Sport transmission modes using the gear shift lever or the Driving Experience Control switch.<br /><br /><b>BMW xDrive: intelligent all-wheel drive available on the 428i Convertible.</b><br /><br />As an alternative to rear-wheel drive, the 428i Convertible can also be specified with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. As well as sharing all the traditional virtues of all-wheel- drive systems – such as increased traction, safety and the optimum transfer of engine power to the road – BMW xDrive can also reduce oversteer or understeer that may occur in cornering situations. In the process, it enhances agility and precision, e.g. when turning into corners or when accelerating strongly out of them.<br /><br /><b>Auto Start Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible comes with the Auto Start Stop function. Another standard feature is Brake Energy Regeneration, which ensures that – as far as possible – power for the vehicle’s electrical system is generated during braking and coasting. ECO PRO mode is effective in helping the BMW 4 Series Convertible driver maintain an efficient and economical driving style. As well as tweaking the accelerator’s responses and the engine management system, ECO PRO also benefits from intelligent energy and climate management. The system gives the driver tips and ideas – relevant to the driving situation at hand – on how to reduce fuel consumption even further through adjustments in personal driving style. Average fuel consumption can be cut by up to 20 percent in ECO PRO mode, with a corresponding boost to the car’s range on a tank of fuel.<br /><br /><b>On-demand operation of ancillary units saves energy.</b><br /><br />The new BMW 4 Series Convertible’s ancillary components also play a role in the car’s intelligent energy management. Examples include the on-demand coolant pump, the map- controlled oil pump and the Electric Power Steering system, which only consumes electricity when steering assistance is actually required. The special air conditioning compressor works on the same principle. As soon as the driver switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is disconnected to minimize power drain.<br /><br /><b>Intelligent lightweight design reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.</b><br /><br />The use of lightweight materials makes a significant contribution to efficiency and agility, and helps to give BMW cars their impressive dynamic capability. Weight savings can be found in every area of the development process. As well as the use of plastics and cutting- edge composite materials, the increased deployment of aluminum components in the engine and chassis construction has also reduced the weight of the corresponding assemblies.<br /><br /><b>BMW Assist: Standard with 10 years of eCall with enhanced Automatic Collision Notification and BMW Teleservice. <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Canadian Version May Vary)</span></b><br /><br />BMW Assist will be standard on the new 4 Series Convertible. It will include 10 years of eCall emergency calling and enhanced Automatic Collision Notification as well as BMW Teleservice. BMW Assist eCall includes enhanced Automatic Collision Notification, which includes the groundbreaking Urgency Algorithm, developed in cooperation with the William Lehman Injury Research Center in Miami. In addition to the vehicle’s exact position and direction of travel, details of the vehicle model and all the data gathered by the sensors in the car are relayed to the call center as well. This information provides indications as to the nature and severity of the collision, while the deployment of the car’s restraint systems gives an idea of the number of people injured and allows frontal, rear, side or even multiple collisions to be identified and differentiated. The Urgency Algorithm transmits the likelihood of severe injury. On the basis of all accident-related data, the call center decides which and how many emergency services are required at the accident site (e.g. doctor, paramedic, fire brigade, helicopter). The data also enables the first responders to alert the appropriate medical care for those involved in the accident before they have even arrived at the scene. The call center will also stay in contact with the vehicle’s occupants until the emergency services arrive, speaking to them in their native language where possible. As well as automatic activation, the system also allows the driver or front passenger to trigger the emergency call manually in order to help other road users in distress by alerting the call center.<br /><br />TeleService tells the driver if and when maintenance is required. Fixed service intervals become a thing of the past, because the intelligent maintenance system, Condition Based Service, constantly monitors your vehicle's service needs. When necessary, the vehicle communicates service-relevant data to the nearest BMW Service Center by making an Automatic BMW TeleService Call.<br /><br /><b>BMW iDrive: The BMW 4 Series Convertible gets the latest version</b><br /><br />BMW’s groundbreaking user interface has undergone constant improvement and development since its inception in 2002. On the heels of its most recent update, BMW’s iDrive will see significant enhancements for model year 2014. Not only will more models receive the latest iDrive 4.2, but the system gets enhancements that improve the user experience in the areas of navigation, Advanced Real Time Traffic Information, connectivity, entertainment, online access and voice commands. One example is the ability to engage automatic time setting. When active, the time will automatically be adjusted for Daylight Saving or Standard time as well as changes in time zone while traveling.<br /><br /><b>BMW Navigation – Touchpad, Point-of-Interest voice search and enhanced route tailoring among highlights</b><br /><br />The latest BMW navigation system, which is optional on the new BMW 4 Series Convertible, has received many enhancements.<br /><br />Before setting out, the prescribed route can be tailored to avoid certain areas, for example, if the user anticipates heavy traffic or knows of construction on that route. The system will recalculate the route to avoid the selected area. Multiple areas to avoid can be selected for a given route and the size of coverage is fully adjustable.<br /><br />The online Google search function has been enhanced for customers who subscribe to BMW Online. Users can now search for points-of-interest (POI) via voice. Once the user has spoken their POI, the navigation system can then guide the driver to their desired destination.<br /><br />Advanced Real Time Traffic Information was significantly enhanced for iDrive 4.2 to provide a clearer view of traffic congestion using green, yellow and red indicators along the route to indicate the degree to which roads are clear or congested. The traffic incident view has been enhanced again to provide more precise indications in red of the specific location of stopped traffic.<br /><br />When equipped with the BMW navigation system, the new 4 Series Convertible will include the new iDrive controller with Touchpad. The touchpad is integrated into the top of the controller and does not require a separate location. Phone numbers, contact names and address can be written out directly on the touchpad. The user can seamlessly switch between the touchpad and the controller while information is being entered. The touchpad can also be used to zoom in and out on the interactive map.<br /><br /><b>High-res projection in color: optional full-color Head-Up Display.</b><br /><br />One of the highlights of the new BMW 4 Series Convertible is the available full-color Head- Up Display. HUD projects key information onto the windshield to appear directly in the driver’s field of view to minimize the time the driver has to look away from the road. Depending on the vehicle specification, not only is the current speed displayed, but speed limits and passing restrictions are also flashed up for the driver’s benefit, along with navigation instructions and various warning messages. The variety of driver assistance systems available for the new BMW 4 Series Convertible brings the amount of information that can be shown in the Head-Up Display to a whole new level. The intensity of the projections adapts automatically to the light conditions and follows the illumination of the cockpit dials. The positioning of the projections on the windscreen can also be adjusted using the iDrive Controller.<br /><br /><b>Active Driving Assistant warns the driver of a possible collision with pedestrians.</b><br /><br />A camera fitted to the rear-view mirror scans in front of the vehicle and uses image processing to detect any people or vehicles within its field of vision. When it recognizes a risk of collision with the vehicle in front, the system produces an audible warning and a visual signal appears in the instrument cluster or the optional Head-Up Display (if specified) to alert the driver. Should a collision be unavoidable, automatic moderate hazard braking is actuated. During urban journeys in sufficient light conditions, if the system detects a potential collision with a pedestrian, it warns the driver and, if necessary, triggers automatic hazard braking. In both cases – in addition to the warnings – the vehicle’s brakes are automatically primed for emergency braking and the activation thresholds of the Brake Assist system are lowered. The Lane Departure Warning system is also a part of the Driving Assistant option.<br /><br /><b>A system of many talents: Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function.</b><br /><br />The latest development stage of the familiar Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (ACC Stop & Go) uses a front-mounted camera on the rear-view mirror in addition to the full-range radar sensors to provide an enhanced interpretation of the traffic situation ahead. When driving in slow-moving traffic or traffic jams, the driver is able to safely move along with the flow of traffic and let the vehicle’s automatic systems handle the tasks of stopping, pulling away again and approaching junctions where there are already vehicles waiting ahead. Combining radar and video data in this way improves detection of other vehicles and reduces the system’s reaction time. If a vehicle ahead brakes very sharply in free-flowing traffic, requiring the driver to take action, he or she is prompted to do so by a two-stage warning. Active Cruise Control with automatic distance control is now available at speeds between 20 and 130 mph (30 km/h and 210 km/h). The intelligent cruise control function remains active at speeds above 130 mph (210 km/h).<br /><br />Using sensors and camera monitoring: Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Departure Warning systems.<br />Among the convenience and safety-enhancing assistance systems on offer are Active Blind Sport Detection and Lane Departure Warning, with the latter available as part of the Active Driving Assistant option. These systems use radar sensors and camera monitoring to alert drivers to potential collision risks when changing lanes or if they veer out of lane unintentionally. It also issues a warning when driving too close to the vehicle ahead.<br /><br /><b>LED High Beam Assistant with intelligent control.</b><br />The BMW 4 Series Convertible is available with the option of full-LED headlights, which provide a further safety boost when driving at night. The optional High Beam Assistant in conjunction with full-LED headlights ensures that the driver can enjoy optimal visibility at all times without having to switch manually between high and low beam. The High Beam Assistant adapts to the traffic situation by switching to low beam on one or both sides.<br /><br /><b>Superb overview not just when parking: Surround View, Side View, Top View and Parking Assistant.</b><br /><br />In addition to the rear view camera and Park Distance Control, customers are also able to get the Surround View function with Side View and Top View, which provides a bird’s-eye view of the BMW 4 Series Convertible and the area around it. It enables the driver to carry out precise maneuvers in tight spaces. If the car is moving at a speed under 12 mph (20 km/h), the Side View function can additionally be activated to allow the driver to keep an eye on cross-traffic. Another convenience system is the Parking Assistant system, which is able to maneuver the car into parking spaces parallel to the direction of travel. All the driver has to do is operate the accelerator and brake pedal while the Parking Assistant takes care of the steering.<br /><br />The new 4 Series Convertible is a technical tour-de-force which is, at its heart a true BMW. The 2014 428i Convertible and 435i Convertible will arrive in US showrooms in the first quarter of 2014. </span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-52359150724535952932013-10-16T13:43:00.001-07:002013-10-16T13:43:21.225-07:00Iconic Silver BMW i8 Spotted<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Earlier last month someone spotted a blue BMW i8 in the wild, and we have the Iconic Silver this time. This car looks like nothing else on the road and it sure is special like something from Back to the future. Have a look at the gallery below and check it out yourself.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-36162783235323358042013-10-08T13:31:00.003-07:002013-10-08T13:31:55.994-07:00F33 BMW 4 Series Cabriolet Brochure Images<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Here is the F33 BMW 4 Series Cabriolet fully revealed through the new BMW parts catalog. Just as good looking as it's coupe counterpart, with about 20,000ft headroom when the hard top roof is down. Click on the image to enlarge. </span> <br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-23304910505261410882013-10-08T10:55:00.000-07:002013-10-08T10:55:10.018-07:00BMW History Documentry.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Here we have the first spyshots of the F16 2015 BMW X6 SAC outfitted with the MSport Package. We don't have any detailed information of the new X6 at this time, and from what we can see in these spyshots... design wise from in front looks like the new X5 with the rear fenders very similar to the BMW X4 concept.</span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>(Check the rest of the spyshots below.)</b></span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-31789482898983875812013-09-28T13:11:00.003-07:002013-09-28T13:11:39.431-07:00Production BMW i8 Photographed Outdoors.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">So far we have only see the BMW i8 at the Autoshow or in studio photos, JulianS has captured a few very high resolution of a BMW i8 Production Prototype outside in natural sunlight. </span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-79306709943714528492013-09-26T15:54:00.001-07:002013-09-26T15:54:33.066-07:00BMW i5 Rendering<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW i3 and BMW i8 will be in production for Canadian allocation starting spring of 2014 with an expected launch in the summer. We know there has been rumors that there will be a sedan for the BMW i Brand possibility badged as the i5 or the i7. Lets imagine for a moment how the BMW i5 might look like in this in-house artist rendering. </span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-26169291533483049872013-09-24T15:58:00.000-07:002013-09-24T15:59:37.919-07:00New BMW M3 Sedan, BMW M4 Coupe Official Specs.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span id="goog_932237953"></span><span id="goog_932237954"></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The launch of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe sees BMW M GmbH
revealing an all-new interpretation of the high-performance sports car –
and carrying the BMW M philosophy over into the fifth generation of the
M3. More than 40,000 examples of the fourth-generation BMW M3 Coupe
were built, and now the BMW M4 Coupe is poised to continue this history
of success. The “M4” badge is a reference to the model series that
provides the basis for the new M model. And for the first time, the
Coupe will be introduced at the same time as the four-door variant,
which logic dictates will be christened the BMW M3.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">“Four generations of the BMW M3 have blended motor sport genes and
uncompromised everyday usability within an emotionally rich overall
concept;” explains Dr Friedrich Nitschke, President BMW M GmbH. “The BMW
M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe represent an ongoing commitment to this
philosophy. The engine is the heart of every M model, and the example
fitted in the two new cars combines the virtues of a high-revving
naturally aspirated unit with the strengths of turbocharger technology.
An all-embracing lightweight design concept keeps the cars’ weight to
just under 1,500 kilograms. The BMW M3 and BMW M4 take motor sport
technology from the track to the road, and thousands of laps of the
legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife – the world’s most demanding race
track – have readied the new models for that transition. Meticulous and
passion-fuelled development work has underpinned the creation of two
high-performance sports cars that set new standards in terms of overall
concept, precision and agility.”</span>
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The high-revving six-cylinder in-line engine with BMW M TwinPower Turbo
technology newly developed for the new BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe
produces maximum output of approximately 430 hp. Its peak torque soars
far beyond 500 Newton metres (369 lb-ft), outstripping the figures
recorded by the outgoing BMW M3 by well over 30 per cent. And yet the
engine also achieves a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions of
around 25 per cent. The weight of the cars has been reduced to just
under 1,500 kilograms, which helps to ensure outstanding driving
dynamics and exceptional efficiency.</span>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>2. The balance of the overall concept: <br />
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A blend of elements working in perfect harmony delivers outstanding performance, precision and agility.</b></span></span>
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The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe share a low-slung and
broad-set, yet finely balanced, stance on the road, highlighting the
emphasis on performance capability in the emotional development of M
design. Large air intakes at the front end, exposed
carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) components and the diffuser at
the muscular rear end are far from mere design flourishes; they also
fulfil functional roles in terms of aerodynamics, cooling and weight
saving.</span>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Numerous aerodynamics measures integrated into all areas of the body.</b></span>
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The aerodynamics concept of BMW M GmbH models has always been one of the
key elements in their development. The engineers need to channel the
air around the car to create the best possible platform for dynamic
excellence, while also ensuring the engine, powertrain and brakes
receive the requisite cooling given the significant loads they are
operating under. But at the same time, the cars should also have a good
Cd – an indicator of impressive efficiency at higher speeds, in
particular.</span>
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Details such as the powerfully formed front apron, smooth underbody and
clearly defined Gurney spoiler lip at the rear of the M3 Sedan (or
integrated spoiler lip at the rear of the BMW M4 Coupe) reduce lift by
an equal degree at the front and rear axle and produce optimum handling
attributes. These examples underline in familiar fashion the success of M
engineers in reconciling the requirements of everyday use with the
demands of action on the race track. Elements like the Air Curtain and M
gills with integrated Air Breather rearwards of the front wheels
minimise turbulence in the front wheel arches. And, together with the
smoothly sculpted exterior mirrors, they are also highly distinctive
design features of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Sophisticated cooling concept for maximum performance.</b></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The exceptional performance potential of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4
Coupe places extremely exacting demands on temperature management in the
engine and peripheral assemblies. In order to ensure optimum operating
temperatures in everyday use, on short journeys around town and on the
race track, the BMW M GmbH engineers have developed an extremely
effective cooling system. For example, alongside the two ultra-dynamic
turbocharger units, the air intake system of the six-cylinder engine
also includes an indirect intercooler to cool the intake air, maximising
charge pressure and engine output. As well as a main radiator, the
track-ready cooling concept also comprises additional radiators for the
high- and low-temperature water circuits, turbocharger and transmission
oil. These ensure a consistent temperature balance and therefore
unrestricted performance during hard driving. An additional electric
coolant pump cools the turbocharger bearing mounts when the car is
stationary.
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<br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>The powertrain gains from a wide variety of motor sport technologies.</b><br />
<br />
The many years of experience in motor sport clocked up by the BMW M
engineers also make their presence felt in the construction of the
powertrain for the new BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe. For example, the
engine’s impressive torque is sent on its way by a forged crankshaft
with high torsional rigidity, whose low weight also allows a significant
reduction in rotating mass. The crankshaft therefore helps to optimise
the engine’s responsiveness and acceleration and makes an important
contribution to its high-revving character.<br />
<br />
The engine sends its power to the wheels through a six-speed manual
gearbox as standard. This gearbox is significantly more compact than its
predecessor and 12 kilograms lighter, allowing it to assist the car’s
optimum – virtually 50:50 – weight distribution. As a means of
increasing shift comfort, the manual gearbox uses innovative new carbon
friction linings in its synchroniser rings. Dry sump lubrication
provides an efficient supply of oil to all parts of the gearbox. The new
gearbox also works a lot more quietly than before and blips the
throttle on downshifts – previously a feature reserved for the M Double
Clutch Transmission. This engagement speed control function helps to
enhance stability and was originally developed by motor sport engineers.<br />
<br />
<b>Seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission with Launch Control.</b><br />
<br />
The optional seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission with DriveLogic
takes a very special route to combining the apparently conflicting
values of absolute sports performance and comfort. As well as changing
gear automatically, in manual mode the transmission enables ultra-fast
gear changes with no interruption in the flow of power. The integrated
Launch Control function ensures optimum sprinting performance off the
line, producing acceleration figures that would be out of range with the
manual gearbox. The M Double Clutch Transmission also offers drivers
extra functions, such as selectable modes which make the BMW M3 and BMW
M4 more comfortable, easier on fuel or even sportier. The extra gear
over the manual gearbox allows more tightly spaced ratios – and delivers
the positive effects on performance and efficiency you would expect as a
result.<br />
<br />
The material properties of carbon have allowed the engineers to follow a
fundamentally new approach in the manufacture of the drive shaft. This
component feeds the engine’s torque from the gearbox to the rear
differential and works under extremely heavy loads – especially in
high-performance vehicles. The impressive stiffness and low weight of
CFRP as a material allow the drive shaft to be constructed as a
single-piece unit with no centre bearing. As well as a weight saving of
40 per cent over its predecessor, this leads to a reduction in rotating
masses and, in turn, to sharper responses to movements of the
accelerator, combined with enhanced dynamics.<br />
<br />
Another feature that adds fresh polish to the dynamic repertoire of the
BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe is the Active M Differential. Unlike the
manual system used by the outgoing BMW M3, here an electric actuator
constantly varies the locking effect, as required. That enables better
traction, the adjustability of the car is improved, and understeer
coming out of corners is dialled out to impressive effect. M Dynamic
Mode – a subfunction of the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system –
quenches the thirst of enthusiastic drivers for keen dynamics. While DSC
intervenes as required to counteract understeer and oversteer, M
Dynamic Mode allows greater wheel slip and therefore easy drifting.
Owners with a taste for sporty and dynamic driving will appreciate this
breadth to the cars’ handling, although DSC will still step in if the
car ventures over the limits – unless it is switched off completely.
Whichever setting the driver chooses, he or she remains responsible for
the car’s stability.<br />
<br />
<b>Aluminium suspension elements ensure sharper dynamics.</b><br />
<br />
The core expertise of BMW M GmbH resides in creating cars that offer
impressive steering precision, on-the-limit adjustability, agility and
driving feeling, together with unbeatable traction and outstanding
directional stability – all without neglecting everyday usability. In
order to blend these attributes with the significantly increased
performance capability of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe, the
axles of the outgoing BMW M3 have undergone further development and all
relevant components have been newly designed or constructed.<br />
<br />
Here again, low weight and a high level of structural rigidity are
essential ingredients in ensuring the cars provide an ultra-dynamic
driving experience. In the double-joint spring strut front axle alone,
the use of a lightweight aluminium construction for components such as
control arms, wheel carriers and axle subframes saves five kilograms
over a conventional steel design.<br />
<br />
Play-free ball joints and elastomer bearings developed specially for the
BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe ensure an optimum and direct transfer of
forces both laterally and longitudinally. An aluminium stiffening plate,
CFRP front strut brace and additional bolted joints between the axle
subframe and the body sills all help to increase the rigidity of the
front structure.<br />
<br />
Also lighter than the construction in the outgoing BMW M3 is the new
five- link rear axle. All the control arms and wheel carriers are
manufactured using forged aluminium, which reduces the unsprung masses
of the wheel-locating components by around three kilograms compared with
the previous model generation. The rigid connection between the rear
axle subframe and the body – without the use of elastic rubber elements –
is borrowed from motor sport and serves to further improve wheel
location and therefore directional stability.<br />
<br />
The development of the tyres for the cars was incorporated from the
outset into the construction process for the axles. For high-performance
sports cars like the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe, in particular,
steering feel and precision are the foremost considerations in the
development of tyres for the front axle, alongside lateral stability and
braking forces. At the rear axle, meanwhile, traction, lateral
stability and directional stability take centre stage. For this reason,
both cars will leave the factory on low-weight forged wheels with
mixed-size tyres. The specially developed forged wheels make a
significant contribution to the reduction in the cars’ unsprung masses
and, in turn, to the optimisation of dynamic qualities and efficiency.<br />
<br />
<b>Electric Power Steering with three settings.</b><br />
<br />
The electromechanical steering system used in the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW
M4 Coupe is a new development from BMW M GmbH. It has been tuned
specially to assist the cause of dynamic driving and offers the gifts of
direct steering feeling and precise feedback. The integrated
Servotronic function electronically adjusts the level of steering
assistance according to the car’s speed, providing optimum steering
characteristics at all speeds. The steering for the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW
M4 Coupe also offers the driver three steering characteristics as
standard, which can be selected at the touch of a button. COMFORT, SPORT
and SPORT+ modes allow the level of steering assistance to be adapted
to suit the situation at hand and the driver’s personal tastes.<br />
<br />
The optional Adaptive M suspension likewise comes with COMFORT, SPORT
and SPORT+ modes, enabling the driver to choose between a more
comfortable damper setting for motorway driving, for example, a stiffer
set-up for dynamic driving on country roads, and a third option that
minimises wheel movements and maximises dynamic performance for use on
the track.<br />
<br />
With their supreme dynamic attributes in mind, the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW
M4 Coupe also come as standard with BMW M compound brakes boasting
impressive feel, outstanding stopping power and high resistance to fade.
Far lighter than conventional equivalents, these brakes contribute to a
substantial reduction in unsprung masses and therefore help to enhance
dynamic performance. Even lighter BMW M carbon ceramic brakes can also
be specified as an option, their further optimised performance
attributes equipping them even more effectively for track use.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>3. New six-cylinder in-line engine:<br />
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High-revving, turbocharged engine combines the best of both worlds.</b></span></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe from BMW M GmbH see a return
to a six-in-line engine configuration, as used on the second and third
generations of this iconic sports car. The new turbocharged unit, which
can develop more than 7,500 rpm, combines the best of both worlds – on
the one hand a high-revving design for instant response, linear power
delivery over a wide engine speed range and an unmistakable and
characterful engine note, and on the other hand BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology for maximised torque over a broad rpm range. A further
hallmark of this engine is its outstanding efficiency.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The new engine sees a slight power upgrade over the previous V8 to
approximately 430 hp, while peak torque has been increased by well over
30 per cent to substantially more than 500 Newton metres, and is
maintained over a very wide rev band. The new powerplant also boasts
excellent fuel consumption, with an improvement of more than 25 per cent
over the previous model’s figures, while emissions are already
EU6-compliant.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The BMW M TwinPower Turbo technology comprises two mono-scroll
turbochargers, High Precision Direct Injection, VALVETRONIC variable
valve timing and Double-VANOS seamlessly variable camshaft timing. The
variable valve and camshaft timing provide fully variable control of
intake valve lift. This allows the engine to deliver its power smoothly
and efficiently, resulting in lower fuel consumption and emissions. At
the same time, throttle response is even sharper than before.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The six-cylinder engine features a closed-deck crankcase design, which
increases rigidity and allows cylinder pressures to be increased for
maximised power output. And instead of liners, the cylinder bores
feature a twin-wire arc-sprayed coating, which results in a significant
reduction in engine weight.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
A further technical highlight is the forged, torsionally rigid
crankshaft which, as well as providing increased torque-carrying
capacity, is also lighter in weight. Its reduced rotating masses also
improve throttle response and acceleration.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Track-ready cooling system and engine oil supply for outstanding performance.</b></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The exceptional performance of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe also
demands an exceptionally sophisticated thermal management system for the
engine and ancillary units. To ensure optimal operating temperatures
both in short everyday trips around town and also when the vehicle is
being driven flat out on the track, the M GmbH engineers developed a
highly efficient cooling system, comprising a main radiator plus
additional radiators for the high- and low-temperature circuits,
turbocharger and transmission, while a temperature-stabilising electric
water pump ensures that the engine can develop its full performance at
all times.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The engine oil supply system, too, reflects the extensive motor sport
experience of BMW M GmbH. The low-weight magnesium oil sump, for
example, features a special cover to limit movement of the oil under the
effects of strong dynamic lateral acceleration. Under extreme
longitudinal acceleration and deceleration, an oil extraction pump and a
sophisticated oil return system situated close to the turbocharger
likewise help to maintain uninterrupted oil circulation. Oil is
therefore supplied continuously to all engine components in all driving
situations – whether in everyday motoring or during hard driving on the
track.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
An engine sound in keeping with the motor sport-level performance of the
BMW M3 and BMW M4 is provided by an innovative flap arrangement in the
twin-pipe exhaust system. The electrically controlled flaps just before
the rear silencer minimise exhaust back-pressure and produce a BMW M
sound which is striking and unmistakable over the entire engine speed
range, as well as giving precise feedback on engine load.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
Intelligent lightweight design was a top priority in the development of
the BMW M3 and BMW M4. The goal was to minimise kerb weight in order to
give both models outstanding driving dynamics and exemplary efficiency.
These measures have delivered impressive results. The kerb weight of the
BMW M4 has been reduced to less than 1,500 kilograms, which means the
new model is now around 80 kilograms lighter than a comparably equipped
predecessor model – with benefits for driving dynamics and fuel
consumption as well.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>BMW M3 Sedan also gets CFRP roof for first the time.</b></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
On the outgoing models, the CFRP roof was confined to the Coupe version.
Now, for the first time, the four-door BMW M3 will also include this
striking design and functional feature. The CFRP roof brings weight
savings of five kilograms in the case of the BMW M3 Sedan and more than
six in the case of the BMW M4 Coupe. It also lowers the vehicle’s centre
of gravity, which has a positive impact on driving dynamics.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
On the M4 Coupe, the contoured roofline with the central Gurney bubble
continues into the boot lid, and emphasises the even sportier
personality of the new model. The newly developed boot lid of this model
not only provides extremely effective tail end styling but at the same
time its geometry is precisely tailored for optimised aerodynamics,
while the use of carbon fibre and plastics provides additional weight
savings.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe also feature a CFRP propeller
shaft. CFRP’s high rigidity and low weight mean that the drive shaft can
be produced as a single-piece component without a centre bearing. This
provides 40 per cent weight savings over the previous model, and the
reduction in rotating masses results in sharper throttle response. The
use of carbon in these models is a reminder that BMW is a global leader
in high- strength, lightweight CFRP construction, and that it was BMW
who brought out the first mass-production vehicle with a body consisting
entirely of this material – the innovative BMW i3.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The CFRP strut brace in the engine compartment is a further example of
how all weight-saving measures on these vehicles have also been tailored
to the improvement of driving dynamics. Weighing only 1.5 kilograms,
the strut brace offers superior rigidity to a comparable aluminium
component, and plays a key part in the excellent steering response and
precision of both vehicles.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>5. DTM support for the development process:<br />
<br />
Testing at the Nürburgring with Bruno Spengler and Timo Glock.</b></span></span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
In the development of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe, the BMW
M engineers could count not only on track-honed technologies, but also
on the driving talent of experienced racers. For example, BMW works
drivers Bruno Spengler and Timo Glock took part in extensive testing and
set- up runs on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife circuit, focusing on
assessment of the cars’ suspension, tyres and all elements of the
powertrain. After taking the prototypes for a run-out over the legendary
and highly demanding circuit, the two professional racing drivers were
able to give the BMW M development team some valuable feedback.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
“I’m proud to have made a contribution to the set-up work on these two
cars,” explained reigning DTM champion Spengler. “The development work
may not be totally completed yet, but the driving experience is already
sensational. The suspension has a very sporty set-up, the feedback from
the front axle is extremely direct and the grip at the rear axle is
phenomenal. The engine is impressive, too. The power is right there,
even at low rpm, and you can sense that you’ll be able to access the
output and torque over an extremely wide rev band. I’m looking forward
to driving the cars again, but I’m even more excited about driving my
first laps in a BMW M4 DTM.”</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
Timo Glock was similarly impressed: “These two cars are capable of
generating quite incredible centrifugal forces,” reported the ex-Formula
One driver. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>SPEC. SHEET</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>ENGINE</b></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Inline 6 cylinder engine with two mono-scroll turbochargers</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Direct Injection</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">VALVETRONIC</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Double-VANOS</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">closed-decked crankcase</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">twin-wire arc-spray coating (instead of liners) in cylinder bores reduce engine weight</span></li>
</ul>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">430 HP (approximately)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">369+ LB-FT (500 Nm)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Higher than 7500 RPM redline</span></li>
</ul>
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<b>TURBOS</b></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Two mono-scroll turbochargers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Impulse charging for optimized responsiveness</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Flow-enhanced manifolds</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Electric wastegate actuator</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>COOLING</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Double-flow oil recirculation pumps</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Turbocharger suction system</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Main radiator plus additional radiators for the high- and low-temperature circuits, turbocharger and transmission,</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Large indirect intercooler</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Low-weight magnesium oil sump</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Temperature-stabilizing electric water pump</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>WEIGHT</b> </span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Under 3,306 lb (1500kg) weight (no mention if this
is curb weight and no specifics provided as to what equipment
included/not included in figure)</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to E46 M3 at ~3,400 lb curb weight</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to E92 M3 at ~3,600 lb curb weight</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to C63 AMG at ~3,900 lb curb weight</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to RS5 at ~4,000 lb curb weight</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">~ 7.68 lb/hp power to weight </span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to E92 M3 at 8.7</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to C63 AMG at 8.7</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to RS5 at 9.0</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">compare to E46 M3 at 10.25</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Fuel consumption and emissions reduction of 25%</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>CARBON FIBER CONSTRUCTION</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CFRP drive shaft</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">40% weight savings over previous M3</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">increased stiffness</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">reduced rotating mass for better acceleration and throttle response</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CFRP roof for both M3 and M4</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">saves 11 pounds (5kg) on M3</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">saves more than 13.2 pounds (6kg) on M4</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CFRP roof bow</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Carbon fiber trunk for M4 (11 pounds (5kg) weight savings)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CFRP front strut brace standard (weighs just 3.3 pounds (1.5 kg))</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>TRANSMISSION</b><br />
</span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Standard 6 speed manual transmission </span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">automatic throttle blips on downshift</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">more compact and quieter than predecessor E90/E92 M3 6 speed</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">26.4 pounds (12kg) lighter</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">carbon fiber friction linings in synchroniser rings</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">dry sump lubrication</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Optional 7 speed M DCT (double clutch transmission) with launch control</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Active M Differential (with constantly variable locking a la M5/M6)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Forged crankshaft</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> <br />
<b>STEERING</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Electric power steering specially tuned for M3/M4</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Servotronic function electronically adjusts the level of steering assistance</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Three modes: Comfort, Sport, Sport+</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>SUSPENSION / CHASSIS</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Optional Adaptive M suspension (with Comfort, Sport, Sport+ modes)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CFRP front strut brace</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Double-joint spring strut front axle (saves 11 pounds)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">New five-link rear axle made from forged aluminum (saves 6.6 pounds)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Aluminum suspension</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Aluminium stiffening plate</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Rear axle subframe fixed directly to body (bolted joints between the
axle subframe and the body sills, without use of elastic rubber
elements).</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>WHEELS / BRAKES</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Lightweight forged wheels standard</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Staggered tire sizes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">M compound brakes standard (in blue)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">M carbon ceramic brakes optional (in gold)</span></li>
</ul>
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<b>EXHAUST</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exhaust features electrically controlled flaps
just before rear silencer to minimize exhaust back-pressure as well as
giving precise feedback on engine load.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>AERO</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">50:50 weight distribution</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Air Curtain</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">M gills with integrated Air Breather behind front wheels</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
<b>MISC</b></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">M3 and M4 to be introduced together (at Detroit NAIAS 2013 in January).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">M3 and M4 developed with help of BMW race car drivers Bruno Spengler
and Timo Glock's participation in extensive testing and set- up runs on
the Nürburgring-Nordschleife circuit, focusing on assessment of the
cars’ suspension, tyres and all elements of the powertrain.</span></li>
</ul>
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-23709988699491636352013-09-23T12:31:00.003-07:002013-09-23T12:31:55.865-07:002014 BMW 435i Coupe M-Sport Video Review. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As you know, Town+Country BMW just received it's first 2014 BMW 435i M-Sport and even though we won't have it in the showroom as of yet, lets enjoy a nice video review of the BMW 435i Coupe by XCAR.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-25587248052781426942013-09-23T10:31:00.000-07:002013-09-23T10:31:42.387-07:00It's Here: 2014 BMW 435i Coupe M-Sport<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW 4 Series is starting to roll in! Here we have a 2014 BMW 435i xDrive Coupe in Estoril blue (In Standard M-Sport Trim, 2014 428i Coupe gets Sport Line as standard trim) Keep in mind that the car is in transport mode so the ride height seems slightly higher. Overall it is a sensational car! We will have one in the showroom shortly. Check out for full gallery below.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-16297942455020687112013-09-11T10:25:00.002-07:002013-09-11T10:25:16.007-07:00Protonic Blue BMW i8 Gallery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">One of the colors we predicted through our renders was Protonic Blue, and here it is at Frankfurt IAA 2013. The Protonic Blue BMW i8 also features the LED headlight units North American BMW i8's will be delivered with, the it features squared off cascading halo-esq shapes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW i stands for the creation of pure-bred vehicle concepts, sustainability throughout the value chain, complementary mobility services and a fresh understanding of premium defined squarely in terms of sustainability. And now the BMW Group can unveil the BMW i8 – a new, cutting-edge generation of sports car. The second model unveiled by the new BMW i brand combines a plug-in hybrid drive system with a passenger cell made from carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) and an aluminum frame for the combustion engine and electric motor, the battery pack and the suspension. With this revolutionary concept and the emotional appeal of its aerodynamically optimized body design, the 2+2-seater – which was conceived from the outset as a plug-in hybrid – paves the way for an engagingly dynamic and futuristically efficient take on BMW’s hallmark driving pleasure. By cementing the brand’s new premium character, strongly defined by sustainability, in the sports car segment, the new i8 also demonstrates the broad spread and universal appeal of the BMW i philosophy. <b>(Continue Reading Press Release + HD Wallpaper Gallery + 4 New Videos!)</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The research and development activities carried out by the BMW Group since 2007 as part of its project i initiative have laid the groundwork for a visionary car conceived with the impact of environmental, economic and social change around the world very much in mind. Alongside its conceptual and technological development work, the company has also conducted field studies looking at the use of pure-electric vehicles in everyday conditions. More than 1,000 people have taken part in the studies, racking up in excess of 32 million kilometers (20 million miles) at the wheel. The knowledge gained as a result has been channeled into the creation of innovative vehicle concepts and mobility solutions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Breaking new ground: premium cars underpinned by sustainability-led concepts arrive in the sports car segment.</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b></span><br />The development of BMW i cars follows a revolutionary approach, a strategy focusing on the creation of premium cars purpose-designed to be powered by purely electric or plug- in hybrid drive systems. This electric drive technology (packaged under the BMW eDrive banner) is therefore a central component of the vehicle concept – in contrast to the “conversion” model, where vehicles are retrofitted with electric drive systems. Characteristic BMW driving dynamics coupled with emission-free mobility, precise energy flow management, pioneering design, intelligent lightweight construction and production processes that preserve energy and resources come together to mutually complementary effect to form the innovative, sustainability-led premium character of BMW i cars.<br /><br />The BMW i8 was conceived from the ground up as a plug-in hybrid sports car boasting agile performance attributes and extraordinary efficiency. Its LifeDrive architecture – developed specifically for BMW i – offers the ideal platform for a weight-minimizing construction, low center of gravity and even weight distribution. The combustion engine and electric motor, battery pack, power electronics, chassis components, and structural and crash functions are all arranged within the aluminum Drive module, while the central element of the Life module is the i8’s CFRP passenger cell. This structure also allows a considerable degree of design freedom, which has been utilized – within the framework of the design language developed for BMW i – to give the BMW i8 its distinctive appearance.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>The perfect balance of performance and fuel consumption: the BMW i8 represents an exciting new landmark in Efficient Dynamics.</b></span><br /><br />The BMW i8 offers a revolutionary and future-focused interpretation of BMW’s signature driving pleasure – and in so doing, makes its case as the world’s most progressive model in the sports car segment. The plug-in hybrid drive system developed and manufactured by the BMW Group especially for the BMW i8 represents a new stage of evolution in the Efficient Dynamics development strategy.<br /><br />The BMW Group launched Efficient Dynamics over a decade ago with the aim of significantly enhancing the performance characteristics and efficiency of every new BMW Group model. Efficient Dynamics incorporates both the evolution of existing technology and the use of revolutionary new drive system concepts. For example, efficient vehicle concepts focusing on lightweight design and aerodynamics, dynamic drive systems featuring both BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and BMW eDrive, and intelligent management of energy consumption within the vehicle are applied in various current BMW models. BMW i cars benefit from the introduction of revolutionary new technology which subsequently finds its way into the models produced by the core brands of the BMW Group.<br /><br />As a world-leading supplier of premium cars and, increasingly, also premium services, the BMW Group is playing an active and defining role in the changing face of personal mobility. And awareness of issues such as resource scarcity, climate change and creeping urbanization is also growing among the public. The BMW Group’s commitment to sustainability has long been a key element of its corporate strategy and is one of the fundamental principles enforced throughout the company’s value chain, as independent studies have regularly confirmed. The BMW Group has been named the “world’s most sustainable automobile manufacturer” in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for eight consecutive years.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>BMW i8: the trailblazer for a new generation of sports car.</b></span><br /><span id="goog_1073928700"></span><span id="goog_1073928701"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The underlying principle of Efficient Dynamics – more driving pleasure, lower fuel consumption – is expressed with particular purity by the BMW i8. With the performance attributes of a pure-bred sports car and the fuel consumption of a small city model, the first BMW plug-in hybrid vehicle hits heights only attainable through the revolutionary BMW i vehicle concept. And that makes the BMW i8 a trailblazer for a new generation of sports cars, defined not only by their performance characteristics but also by intelligent solutions to the challenges personal mobility will encounter over the years ahead.<br /><br />Thanks to its revolutionary vehicle concept and intelligent drive system management, the BMW i8 strikes the optimum balance between dynamic ability and efficiency in a variety of driving situations. The output of the engine and electric motor, the capacity of the high-voltage battery, intelligent energy management and the vehicle’s overall weight are tailored to form a precisely composed package that defines the unique character of the plug-in hybrid sports car. Its all-electric driving range is sufficient to cover most urban driving requirements, and out of town, the BMW i8 offers impressively sporty performance which is also very efficient thanks to the power-boosting support for the gasoline engine from the electric motor.<br /><br />Efficiency and driving dynamics alike are optimized by the broad application of lightweight design – from the CFRP passenger cell to the weight-reduced construction of all other components – and mobility services developed specially for BMW i. The all- encompassing approach of the BMW i brand also includes the extensive use of recycled materials, renewable raw materials and naturally treated materials, alongside extremely resource-efficient production methods. This overall concept makes the BMW i8 the world’s most forward-looking sports car. It brings together thrilling performance and progressive efficiency. In the process it boosts driving pleasure and sustainability awareness in equal measure.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Sustainability: the reference point for the entire development process.</b></span><br /><br />As part of the development of BMW i cars, sustainability targets are established and then pursued with the same vigor as cost, weight or quality objectives. This all-embracing approach is reflected both in the selection of materials and in the construction and manufacturing processes, which differ substantially from conventional manufacturing methods in the automotive industry. The low overall weight of the BMW i8 (3,285 lbs/1,490 kilograms) can be credited primarily to a passenger cell made from CFRP. Although it lends a component at least equal rigidity, this extremely lightweight high-tech material is 50 percent lighter than steel and 30 percent lighter than aluminum. The principle of intelligent lightweight design is applied to all the car’s components.<br /><br />The doors are made up of a CFRP inner structure and an aluminum outer skin and weigh 50 percent less than a conventional construction. The intelligent construction of the magnesium instrument panel support brings a weight saving of around 30 percent compared with the BMW 6 Series, for example. In addition, the high structural rigidity of the magnesium support structure gives it a strengthening effect which allows the number of components to be reduced, thereby lowering weight by a further 10 percent. Innovative foam plastic technology used in the air conditioning ducts cuts their weight by 60 percent compared with a conventional solution, while also improving acoustics thanks to its sound-absorbing properties. The fact that the power electronics and electric motor are directly connected reduces the amount of wiring required, while partial use of aluminum wiring enables further weight reductions.<br /><br />The BMW i8 is also the world’s first volume-produced vehicle to be equipped with chemically hardened thin glass. This innovative technology, so far used mainly in smartphone manufacturing, lends the material impressive strength. The partition between the passenger compartment and boot of the BMW i8 consists of two layers of chemically hardened glass, each of which is just 0.7 millimeters thick, with acoustic sheeting sandwiched in between. In addition to excellent acoustic properties, a further advantage of this solution is a weight saving of around 50 percent compared with conventional laminated glass.<br /><br />As well as weight, the potential for preserving resources is a decisive factor in the choice of materials. The majority of the aluminum used in the BMW i8 is either gained through recycling or produced using renewable energy. Added to which, the BMW Group has developed a globally unique recycling concept for CFRP components, body components and segregated production waste recovered from the manufacturing of CFRP components and reusable materials from accident-damaged and end-of-life vehicles which are either fed back into the production process or used for other applications.<br /><br />The BMW Group is the world’s first carmaker to employ an environmentally friendly process for the treatment of leather. The leather for the surfaces of the seats and the instrument panel is tanned using olive leaf extract. This avoids the creation of environmentally damaging production residue as well as giving the leather a particularly high-quality and natural look. The cattle hide comes exclusively from Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and the natural treatment process takes place in Germany. This keeps distances to the BMW i8 production facility at BMW Plant Leipzig pleasingly short.<br /><br />The textile materials used in the interior of the BMW i8 for accent strips on the seats and door trim, the roof liner, the floor mats, the body pillar trim and floor covering are made in an innovative recycling process. The polyester granules that serve as the source material are produced from materials including recyclable PET and are combined with 40 percent virgin wool in a special process to create a high-grade cover fabric. The manufacture of the key for the BMW i8 involves another innovative form of raw material production; its casing is made from a biopolymer based on castor beans. The oil gained from the beans is mixed with 30 percent glass fiber to make an extremely high-quality and robust material.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Resource-efficient processes from material production to vehicle assembly.</b></span><br /><br />The extensive use of CFRP is a central element in the revolutionary vehicle concept underpinning the BMW i8, and the BMW Group is also a leader in this area of the production process. The use of CFRP on the scale required for the BMW i models is without parallel in the automotive industry worldwide. The BMW Group has teamed up with its joint venture partner, the SGL Group, to oversee a factory in the US making carbon fiber. The facility is located in Moses Lake, Washington, and represents an integral link in the value chain for the production of BMW i cars. It secures the BMW Group a supply of the high-quality and sustainably produced basic material required for the manufacture of CFRP components. The carbon fibers produced at Moses Lake are made into lightweight laminates at the Wackersdorf Innovation Park in Germany. These are subsequently turned into CFRP parts and components in the press shops at the BMW plants in Landshut and Leipzig.<br /><br />The energy used to manufacture the carbon fiber at Moses Lake is provided exclusively by locally sourced renewable hydro-electric power, which means it is 100 percent CO2-free. Highly resource-efficient processes have also been put in place for the other stages of production for BMW i brand cars. The result is a reduction of around 50 percent in energy consumption compared with the already highly economical average figures across the BMW Group’s production network and a drop in water consumption of roughly 70 percent. For example, the energy required for production of BMW i cars at the Leipzig plant comes exclusively from wind power – i.e. it is derived entirely from renewable energy sources. This was the first time that wind turbines had been installed at an automotive manufacturing plant in Germany to provide a directly supply of power to its production halls.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Design: Vision becomes a reality</b></span></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd88eEzgdzL1aT35tF33jyX8O9z7Vaexi989NrwIP0fS7Pz_enlEYqkwEtQ8YJckds9oR3k7No03nPQxo92hOzu_WQAa2_iRObBymF2btgIIqC16ZE1lT7LFBj3jpQaY9p3knLqgMJQNpJ/s1600/P90133051-highRes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd88eEzgdzL1aT35tF33jyX8O9z7Vaexi989NrwIP0fS7Pz_enlEYqkwEtQ8YJckds9oR3k7No03nPQxo92hOzu_WQAa2_iRObBymF2btgIIqC16ZE1lT7LFBj3jpQaY9p3knLqgMJQNpJ/s640/P90133051-highRes.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">With its ultra-dynamic proportions, elegantly sporty lines, low-slung silhouette and innovative design features, the BMW i8 represents a new generation of sports car. Bringing together hallmark features of the BMW brand with the design language developed especially for BMW i creates a progressive aesthetic which faithfully communicates the performance attributes, efficiency and innovative premium character of the plug-in hybrid sports car.<br /><br />The launch of the BMW i8 sees the world’s first sports car to be developed from the ground up under the banner of sustainability complete its journey from vision to reality. Both the exterior and interior of the emotionally-led 2+2 embody a revolutionary, pioneering take on the The Ultimate Driving Machine. Clean, minimalist lines and homogeneous surfaces defined by a small number of precise edges and function- focused details underline the status of the BMW i8 as the most forward-looking car in its segment.<br /><br />As the second series-produced BMW i model on the road, the BMW i8 also reveals the versatility of the design language which is establishing itself as an unmistakable signature of BMW i cars. Its design signals lightness, safety, efficiency and pure driving pleasure – stand-out qualities that the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car shares with the BMW i3, its pure-electric sibling conceived for agile and comfortable urban driving.<br /><br />The key to this versatility is the innovative LifeDrive architecture, which opens up an exceptional degree of freedom for BMW i design. The central element of the Life module is the carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) passenger cell. The Life module is fixed to the aluminum Drive module, which houses all the drive and chassis technology. This distinctive two-way split is reflected on both the outside and the inside of the car by the visible layering and intertwining of different surfaces, with three-dimensional and flowing transitions between the Life module and Drive module accentuating the dynamic appearance of the BMW i8.<br /><br />A length of 4,689 millimeters (184.6 inches) , width of 1,942 millimeters (76.5 inches) and height of 1,293 millimeters (51 inches) give the BMW i8 typical sports car proportions. Its dynamic character is also reflected in its long bonnet, clearly visible aerodynamic aids, stretched roofline, short overhangs and long, 2,800-millimeter (110.2 inches) wheelbase. The pioneering combination of sporting ability and efficiency is translated into the design of the 2+2-seater with intoxicating élan – and with the signature BMW i design language to the fore. The car’s wide track: 1,644 millimeters (64.8 inches) at the front axle, 1,715 millimeters (67.5 inches) at the rear, completes the powerful dynamic presence generated by the car’s proportions.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Exterior design: an aesthetic synthesis of dynamic appeal and pioneering technology.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The design of the BMW i8 body is as groundbreaking as the plug-in hybrid sports car’s concept as a whole. Hallmark BMW dynamics, lightweight design and efficiency are all expressed in the car’s proportions, lines and surface design. The 2+2-seater is immediately recognizable as a BMW i model and a new-generation sports car.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The structure of overlapping and interlocking surfaces – lent additional emphasis by the car’s color concept – also contributes to the unmistakable appearance of the BMW i8. This layering principle allows aerodynamic forms to be wrapped up in a progressively styled package, while powerfully formed wheel arches draw attention to the wide track of the BMW i8. The compact construction distinguishing both the electric motor and combustion engine allows the front and rear sections of the car to be particularly low- slung and thus accentuate the car’s dynamically stretched flanks. The scissor-type doors, which open forward and upwards like wings, add extra intrigue to the sports car design of the BMW i8.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A signature feature of the BMW i brand is the “black band”. On the BMW i8, it emerges in a “V” shape from the hood and extends back over the roof into the rear section of the car, where it frames the center section of the rear apron. At the front end, the black band is framed by the body-colored apron and fenders, while at the rear it is overlapped by the “floating” roof pillars, which extend over the rear lights. Another element of the standalone BMW i design language is the “stream flow” contour of the side window. On the BMW i8 the stream flow also determines the path travelled by the air between the falling roofline and the character line rising through the rear section of the car’s flanks towards the rear spoiler lip.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The front view of the BMW i8 exudes sporting ability in its purest form. Large front apron air intakes arranged over several levels generate a powerful feeling of depth. The extremely broad BMW kidney grille stretches over to the slim headlights, accentuating the width of the BMW i8 and its road-focused stance. The car’s full-LED headlights adopt the hallmark U-shape of BMW i models. The dipped and high-beam light is emitted by a lens positioned on the far outer edge of the light units. The three- dimensional design of the light sources lend their appearance a sporty character.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The low-slung stance of the rear end and its horizontal, width-emphasizing lines also provide a clear showcase for the dynamic potential of the BMW i8. The rear is bordered by the sculpted rear wheel arches. The sloping rear window opens high, allowing easy access to the storage compartment located underneath. The rear lights, reflectors and rear diffuser form a single visual unit that strengthens the car’s already powerful appearance. Like the headlights, the intricately designed rear light clusters also feature the characteristic BMW i U-shaped design. The directional indicators are integrated above the rear lights into the descending roofline. All of the exterior lights on the BMW i8 are LEDs.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsieLaimbxqE4bWo2VEzmpf2fMM0DoU9kXZ6kHBEoYSpO8l68i-VqbM60hx4mRLY_gshhR5ZI08nH-bnlQnhVWNcWTVmfe0AEKpbG_MhC3DjUwFzRqUT3ZQEBvV_K8UaYsnNHuR1-gmfrO/s1600/P90133091-highRes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsieLaimbxqE4bWo2VEzmpf2fMM0DoU9kXZ6kHBEoYSpO8l68i-VqbM60hx4mRLY_gshhR5ZI08nH-bnlQnhVWNcWTVmfe0AEKpbG_MhC3DjUwFzRqUT3ZQEBvV_K8UaYsnNHuR1-gmfrO/s640/P90133091-highRes.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW i8 boasts a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.26 and a fine aerodynamic balance. The low-slung hood, almost totally blanked off kidney grille, Air Curtains in the front apron, sealed underbody, contoured side skirts, “stream flow” lines of the car’s flanks, and the air ducts between the rear lights and roof frame allow the air to be channeled extremely effectively as it hits the car.<br />The large wheels with their bespoke, aerodynamically optimized design also help to quell efficiency-reducing turbulence – and their effect is reinforced by aeroflaps positioned behind the front wheels and ahead of the rear wheels. Precisely defined air flow across all areas of the body provides a balance between air resistance and lift designed to maximize driving dynamics and directional stability.<br /><br />The paintwork adorning the side body panels and front and rear ends of the BMW i8 can be specified in a choice of four colors, three of which have been created exclusively for BMW i. All the paint finishes provide a striking contrast to the black band. And, depending on the color chosen, the accent surfaces on the side skirts, at the rear and on the BMW kidney grille surround come in BMW i Frozen Blue or Frozen Grey.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Interior design: customary BMW driver focus in a progressive ambience defined by dynamics and lightness.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Future-focused design also dominates the interior of the BMW i8. The driver orientation typical of BMW cockpit design is complemented by progressive elements which highlight the sports car’s dynamic flair and light weight. The driver, front passenger and rear passengers sit low down – in traditional sports car style – in lightweight seats. The standard leather trim extends beyond the seat surfaces to parts of the center console, instrument panel and interior door panels. The use of leather treated with natural substances, including olive leaf extract as a tanning agent, underlines the sustainable character of the BMW i8 alongside its exclusivity and sporting allure. Exposed CFRP sections of the passenger cell visible around the entry apertures when the doors are opened provide a reminder of the low weight of the BMW i8.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTa3od9h4gzx-VqgQuC_WN3qpLBzPLztCTefIpEa4UkeGZkvpYBf-K8HtoygzB6TQN01yEEtNFjG3nyQLC8n9kyh3QEBdOwesFgJbLvavSpadayir2gN4UeAZn8qMwDaucm9HLJ11Kkm6Z/s1600/P90131417_highRes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTa3od9h4gzx-VqgQuC_WN3qpLBzPLztCTefIpEa4UkeGZkvpYBf-K8HtoygzB6TQN01yEEtNFjG3nyQLC8n9kyh3QEBdOwesFgJbLvavSpadayir2gN4UeAZn8qMwDaucm9HLJ11Kkm6Z/s640/P90131417_highRes.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The instrument panel of the BMW i8, with its horizontal lines emphasizing the width of the interior and a structure determined by the “layering” principle, creates a light yet powerful impression. The arrangement of the overlapping, three-dimensional segments is complemented by a contrast-rich color scheme. The layering approach also finds its way, through dynamically curving lines, into the design of the center console, which is home to the gearshift lever, the Controller for the iDrive operating system, the start/stop button, the eDrive button and the Driving Experience Control switch. The iDrive system’s Control Display comes in a freestanding 8.8-inch format. A bespoke sports steering wheel with multifunction buttons and the Navigation system are standard in the BMW i8. Also standard is the multifunction instrument display, whose content and presentation formats take their cue from the driving mode selected.<br /><br />Available as alternatives to the standard Mega trim for the BMW i8 interior are the Giga and Tera Worlds. In standard specification, the contrast between black surfaces in the cockpit and light Carum Grey leather surfaces emphasizes the lightness and sustainability of this vehicle concept. The leather surfaces of the door and side trim are complemented by functional textile highlights made from recycled material. The optional Giga equipment World is available in light or dark versions. The naturally treated leather surfaces feature perforated elements and subtle contrast stitching which underline the superior character of the material and workmanship involved. Painted surface elements on the instrument panel, door trim and center console add the finishing touches to the cutting-edge ambience. The likewise optional Tera equipment World brings a pervasive aura of luxury and sustainability to the interior of the BMW i8. Top-quality leather surfaces combine with textile accents and contrast stitching in BMW i Blue. And when it comes to the color scheme, dark Dalbergia Brown and light Carum Grey provide attractive contrasts. The Tera World also brings high-class paintwork to selected instrument panel and door trim surfaces. The accent ring for the leather steering wheel comes in BMW i Blue in the Tera equipment World and in Satin Silver in the other variants.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Powertrain and driving experience: The best of both worlds</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW i8 embodies a revolutionary, future-focused interpretation of the driving pleasure for which BMW is renowned. It was purpose-designed as a plug-in-hybrid sports car offering agile performance and outstanding efficiency. An exceptionally lightweight and aerodynamically optimized body – including a passenger cell made from carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) – plus advanced BMW eDrive drive system technology, a compact, highly turbocharged 1.5-liter gasoline engine with</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and intelligent energy management all come together to create an overall concept that represents a new landmark in the Efficient Dynamics development strategy. The BMW i8 blends the performance of a top- end sports car with fuel economy and emissions levels below even small urban subcompacts. It is based, moreover, around a vehicle architecture that offers the perfect platform for agile handling, thanks to an ultra-low center of gravity and near perfect 50 : 50 weight distribution.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The three-cylinder combustion engine in the BMW i8 develops 170 kW/231 hp and drives the rear wheels, while the 96 kW/131 hp electric motor draws its energy from a lithium- ion battery, which can be charged from a conventional 110 volt power outlet as well as a 220 volt electric vehicle charger, and sends its power to the front axle. This bespoke plug-in hybrid system, developed and produced by the BMW Group, enables a range in everyday driving of up to 35 kilometers (approx. 22 miles) and a top speed of 120 km/h (approx. 75 mph) on electric power alone, coupled with a “glued-to-the-road” all-wheel driving experience headlined by powerful acceleration and a dynamically-biased distribution of power through enthusiastically taken corners. The more powerful of the two power sources drives the rear wheels and uses the electric boost from the hybrid system to deliver hallmark BMW driving pleasure while at the same time offering groundbreaking levels of efficiency. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes just 4.4 seconds, yet average fuel consumption – as calculated in the EU test cycle for plug- in hybrid vehicles – stands at the equivalent of 94 miles per US gallon from launch.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Maximum driving pleasure and efficiency: BMW TwinPower Turbo engine and electric motor developed by the BMW Group.</b></span><br /><br />The plug-in hybrid drive system of the BMW i8, which comprises a BMW TwinPower Turbo engine combined with BMW eDrive technology, offers the best of both worlds: excellent potential for improved efficiency and exciting, sporty driving characteristics. The BMW Group has developed not only the internal combustion engine and electric motor in-house but also the power electronics and the battery. This ensures that all these components offer high product and quality standards, based on the outstanding capabilities of the BMW Group in the field of powertrain research and development.<br /><br />The revolutionary character of the BMW i8 is emphasized by a further innovation: the use of an internal combustion engine which is making its debut in this model. The BMW i8 is the first BMW production model to be powered by a three-cylinder gasoline engine. This highly turbocharged unit is equipped with latest-generation BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. It is exceptionally compact and develops maximum power of 170 kW/231 hp from its 1.5-litre displacement. The resulting specific output of 113 kW/154 hp per liter of displacement is on a par with other high-performance sports car engines and is the highest of any engine produced by the BMW Group.<br /><br />The new three-cylinder engine derives its typical characteristics from BMW’s inline six- cylinder engines, to which it is closely related and which are noted for their eager power delivery, revving ability and refinement. The three-cylinder’s BMW TwinPower Turbo technology comprises a high-performance turbocharging system and direct gasoline injection with high-precision injectors positioned between the valves, along with VALVETRONIC throttle-less load control, which improves efficiency and response thanks to seamlessly variable valve lift control. Like a six-cylinder engine, the three- cylinder unit is free of first and second-order inertial forces. The low roll torque, a typical feature of a three-cylinder design, is further reduced by a balancer shaft, while a multi- stage damper integrated in the automatic transmission ensures very smooth and refined running at low rpm. BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and low internal friction improve both fuel consumption and torque characteristics. Accelerator response is sharp and the three-cylinder unit quickly reaches its maximum torque of 320 Newton meters (236 lb-ft).<br /><br />The car’s second power source is a hybrid synchronous electric motor specially developed and produced by the BMW Group for the BMW i8. The motor develops maximum power of 96 kW/131 hp and produces its maximum torque of around<br /><br />250 Newton meters (184 lb-ft) from standstill. Power is instantly available –an advantage of electric motors- from 0 rpm and remains available into the higher load ranges. Credit for the linear power delivery, which extends right up to the high end of the rpm range, goes to a special motor design principle exclusive to BMW i. BMW eDrive technology refines and improves on the principle of the permanently excited synchronous motor with a special arrangement and dimensions for the torque-producing components. This results in a self-magnetizing effect normally confined to reluctance motors. This additional excitation ensures that the electromechanical field generated when current is applied remains stable even at high rpm.<br /><br />As well as providing a power boost to assist the gasoline engine during acceleration, the electric motor can also power the vehicle by itself. Top speed is then 120 km/h (approx. 75 mph). The BMW i8 has a maximum driving range in this emission-free, virtually soundless, all-electric mode of up to 35 kilometers (approx. 22 miles). The motor derives its energy from the lithium-ion battery which is centrally mounted underneath the floor of the vehicle. This model-specific version of the high-voltage battery was developed and produced by the BMW Group. It has a liquid cooling system, offers a maximum usable capacity of five kilowatt hours and can be recharged from a conventional 110 volt power outlet, at a BMW i charging station, or at a public EV charging station.<br /><br />The BMW i8’s vehicle concept and powertrain control highlight its progressive, revolutionary character. The BMW i8 always achieves the optimal balance between dynamic performance and efficiency, whatever the driving situation. For example, the battery can also be recharged via the electric motor while decelerating. In addition to this, when power demands allow, the high-voltage battery is recharged by the electric motor. The high-voltage starter-generator, responsible for starting the combustion engine, can also be used as a generator to charge the battery, the necessary power being provided by the BMW TwinPower Turbo engine. These various processes help ensure that the BMW i8 always has sufficient energy on board to power the electric drive system. The all-electric driving range is sufficient to cover most urban driving requirements. Out of town, the BMW i8 delivers impressively sporty performance with extreme efficiency, thanks to the electric motor’s power-boosting support for the gasoline engine. With such versatility, the BMW i8 belongs to a new generation of sports cars which unites exciting performance with cutting-edge efficiency – to enhance both driving pleasure and the sense for sustainability.<br /><br />The rear wheels of the BMW i8 are driven by the gasoline engine via a six-speed automatic transmission, while the front wheels receive their power from the electric motor via a two-stage automatic transmission. Combined maximum output of 266 kW/362 hp and combined peak torque of 570 Newton meters (420 lb-ft) provide all- wheel-drive performance which is as dynamic as it is efficient. The BMW i8’s intelligent powertrain control system ensures perfect coordination of both power sources. The variable power-sharing between the internal combustion engine and the electric motor makes the driver aware of the sporty temperament of the BMW i8 at all times, while at the same time maximizing the energy efficiency of the overall system. Utilizing both power sources enables a 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) time of 4.4 seconds. The BMW i8 has an electronically controlled top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), which can be reached and maintained when the vehicle operates solely on the gasoline engine.<br /><br />Variable front-rear power splitting in line with changing driving conditions makes for excitingly dynamic cornering. On entering the corner, the power split is biased towards the rear wheels to improve turning precision. For more vigorous acceleration out of the corner, the powertrain controller returns to the default split as soon as the steering angle becomes smaller again.<br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><b>Five driving modes allow drivers to adjust efficiency and dynamic performance as desired – at the touch of a button.</b></span><br /><br />The BMW i8 offers the driver unusual scope to adjust the drive and suspension settings of the vehicle in order to adapt the driving experience to his or her individual preferences. As well as the electronic gear selector for the automatic transmission, the driver can also use the Driving Experience Control switch – a familiar feature of the latest BMW models – or, exclusively to the BMW i8, the eDrive button. It gives the driver five operating modes to choose from: D for automated gear selection in COMFORT and ECO PRO modes, SPORT mode and eDrive for pure-electric driving – likewise with a choice of COMFORT and ECO PRO mode.<br /><br />The Driving Experience Control switch on the center console gives drivers a choice of two settings. On starting, COMFORT mode is activated, which offers a balance between sporty performance and fuel efficiency, with unrestricted access to all convenience functions. Alternatively, at the touch of a button, ECO PRO mode can be engaged, which, on the BMW i8 as on other models, supports an efficiency-optimized driving style. The powertrain controller coordinates the cooperation between the gasoline engine and the electric motor for minimal fuel consumption. On overrun, the intelligent energy management system automatically decides, in line with the driving situation and vehicle status, whether to recuperate braking energy or to coast with the powertrain disengaged. At the same time, ECO PRO mode also programs electrical convenience functions such as the air conditioning, seat heating and heated mirrors to operate at minimum power consumption – but without compromising safety. The everyday driving range of the BMW i8 on a full fuel tank and with a fully charged battery is over 500 kilometers (310 miles) in COMFORT mode.<br /><br />SPORT mode offers sequential manual gear selection and at the same time switches to very sporty drive and suspension settings. In SPORT mode, the engine and electric motor deliver extra-sharp performance, accelerator response is faster and the power boost from the electric motor is maximized. And to keep the battery topped up, SPORT mode also activates maximum energy recuperation during deceleration and braking. If the battery is being recharged using the car’s kinetic energy, the electric motor’s generator function switches to a more powerful setting. At the same time, gear change times are shortened and an extra-sporty setting is selected for the standard Dynamic Damper Control and the Electric Power Steering.<br /><br />The BMW i8’s ECO PRO mode can also be used during all-electric operation. The vehicle is then powered solely by the electric motor. Only if the battery charge drops below a given level, or under sudden intense throttle application (kickdown), is the internal combustion engine automatically activated.<br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><b>Sophisticated chassis technology with Dynamic Damper Control.</b></span><br />The dynamic chassis and suspension technology of the BMW i8 is based on a double- wishbone front axle and a five-link rear axle, whose aluminum components and geometry are specially configured for intelligent weight savings. The Electric Power Steering offers easy maneuvering in town and typical sports car-style high-speed steering precision, combined with particularly low energy consumption. Also standard is Dynamic Damper Control: the electronically operated dampers change their characteristics according to the selected driving mode to deliver the desired vehicle dynamics.<br /><br />The DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) stability system includes the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Brake Assist, Brake Standby, Start-Off Assistant, Fading Compensation and the Brake Drying function. The push button-activated Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) system raises the DSC thresholds, allowing some controlled drive wheel slippage for easier start-off on snow or loose ground, or for extra-dynamic cornering.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>CFRP wheels reduce weight in critical areas.</b></span><br />The chassis components of the BMW i8 are defined by their weight-minimized construction. The car’s standard 20-inch forged aluminum wheels have an aerodynamically optimized, lightweight design. CFRP wheels developed exclusively for the BMW i8 can be specified as an option in markets where regulations allow them. They allow a further reduction in weight in an area of the car which plays a particularly prominent role when it comes to agility. The use of three-piece wheels made from this extremely lightweight and high-strength material directly reduces unsprung masses and produces a weight saving of three kilograms per wheel.<br /><b><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Body and safety: lightweight and maximum protection</span></b><br /><br />The BMW i8 has its own version of the LifeDrive architecture developed for BMW i that gives it a unique range of tools for combining intelligent lightweight design and safety – to the highest standard in each case. The horizontally split LifeDrive architecture consists of two separate, independent modules. The combustion engine and electric motor, battery pack, power electronics, chassis components, and structure and crash functions are arranged together in the aluminum Drive module, while the central element of the Life module is the 2+2-seater’s carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) passenger cell. The vehicle structure and materials employed in the i8 represent a pioneering example of automotive construction and reinforce the position of the BMW i8 as the most progressive model in the sports car segment worldwide.<br /><br />CFRP is the lightest available material that can be used in the construction of a car body without compromising on safety. One of the stand-out characteristics of this high-tech material is its hugely impressive torsional rigidity, yet it is also carries 50 percent less weight than steel and is 30 percent lighter than aluminum. The LifeDrive architecture and high proportion of CFRP and aluminum in the car’s construction allow a previously unprecedented dimension in weight optimization. The curb weight of the BMW i8 stands at 1,490 kilograms (3285 lb), and the LifeDrive architecture also has a positive effect on how this weight is distributed. The battery unit is positioned low down in a central position, helping to give the car a low center of gravity and enhance safety accordingly. In fact, the center of gravity of the BMW i8 is less than 18 inches (460 millimeters) from the ground, making it lower than any other current BMW Group model. And this, like the car’s near perfect 50 : 50 weight distribution, ensures excellent handling properties.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>CFRP passenger cell: flexible in form, extremely strong in crash tests.</b></span><br /><br />The LifeDrive architecture also allows exceptional levels of freedom when it comes to body design. In the case of the BMW i8, the result is an appearance that reflects the car’s sporting characteristics, its innovative premium character and its groundbreaking technology. The impressive structural strength of the CFRP passenger cell allows particularly large door apertures, which in turn ensure comfortable access to the rear seats of the BMW i8. The structure of the distinctive doors, which open forward and upwards like wings, is composed of a CFRP inner structure and an aluminum outer skin. This construction is 50 percent lighter than a conventional equivalent.<br /><br />In its dry, resin-free state CFRP can be worked almost like a textile, and as such allows a high degree of flexibility in how it is shaped. The composite only gains its rigid, final form after the resin injected into the lattice has hardened. This makes it at least as durable as steel, but it is much more lightweight. The high tear resistance along the length of the fiber also allows CFRP components to be given a high-strength design by following their direction of loading. To this end, the fibers are arranged within the component according to their load characteristics. By overlaying the fiber alignment, components can also be strengthened against load in several different directions. In this way, the components can be given a significantly more efficient and effective design than is possible with any other material that is equally durable in all directions – such as metal. This, in turn, allows further reductions in terms of both material use and weight, leading to another new wave of savings potential. The lower accelerated mass in the event of a crash means that energy-absorbing structures can be scaled back, cutting the weight of the vehicle.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>LifeDrive architecture – conceived to maximize occupant protection.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The development of the LifeDrive architecture and the version of it used for the BMW i8 incorporated the latest knowledge from safety and accident research and the requirements of international crash test procedures. The high-strength passenger compartment teams up with the intelligent distribution of forces within the LifeDrive module to provide the cornerstones for optimum occupant protection. Even after the structurally debilitating offset front crash with an impact speed of 64 km/h<br />(40 mph), the extremely rigid material used for the passenger cell maintains an intact survival space for passengers. The crash-activated aluminum structures at the front and rear end of the Drive module provide additional safety.<br /><br />Impressive rigidity, combined with its ability to absorb an enormous amount of energy, makes CFRP extremely damage-tolerant. Even at high impact speeds it displays barely any deformation. As in a Formula One cockpit, this exceptionally stiff material provides an extremely strong survival space. Less body deformation occurs compared with comparable steel bodies. Furthermore, the doors can be opened without any problem and the interior remains largely free of intrusions.<br />Rescue scenarios were worked through and checked as part of the development process. In standard cutting tests, the process of rescuing occupants from a BMW i8 involved in an accident was, in various scenarios, even more straightforward than that for conventional vehicles. That is because body components made from CFRP are lighter and can be more easily cut than high- strength steels, for example.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>High safety reserves in a side-on impact.</b></span><br /><br />The impressive safety characteristics of CFRP also come to the fore in side impact scenarios. Despite the heavy, in some cases concentrated forces, the material barely sustains a dent, and passengers enjoy unbeatable protection. All of which makes CFRP perfectly suited for use in a vehicle’s flanks, where every centimeter of undamaged interior is invaluable. However, there are limits to what CFRP can endure. If the forces applied go beyond the limits of the material’s strength, the composite of fiber breaks up into its individual components in a controlled process.<br />In the Euro NCAP side impact test, in which a pole strikes the side of the vehicle dead center at 32 km/h (20 mph), CFRP again demonstrates its extraordinary energy- absorbing capacity. The Life module absorbs the entire impact with minimal deformation, guaranteeing optimum passenger protection.<br /><br />The occupant protection concept is rounded off by standard safety equipment – including electronically controlled restraint systems – of the same high standard in terms of scope and effectiveness as that featured in vehicles from all the BMW Group’s brands. Front airbags and side airbags integrated into the seat backrests, plus head/curtain airbags for both rows of seats, are all standard, as are three-point inertia-reel seatbelts including belt stoppers, belt tensioners and belt force limiters for all seats.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Optimum protection for the high-voltage battery.</b></span><br /><br />Crash-active aluminum structures in the front and rear sections of the vehicle provide an impressive level of safety for the Drive module. In a front or rear-end collision, these absorb a large proportion of the energy generated. The battery, meanwhile, is mounted centrally in the underbody section of the car to give it the best possible degree of protection. Statistically, this is the area that absorbs the least energy in the event of a crash, and the vehicle shows barely any deformation here as a result.<br /><br />The high-voltage system is designed to cope with accidents beyond the legal requirements, with the high-voltage battery including features that ensure its safe reaction even in situations such as this. The latest series of tests conducted by the renowned DEKRA E-Mobility Competence Center were extremely extensive – ranging from how a car might catch fire, how the flames might spread and what would be required to extinguish the fire, to the pollution caused by run-off of the water used for fighting the fire. The experts concluded that electric and hybrid cars with lithium-ion drive-system batteries are just as safe as vehicles with conventional drive systems. To ensure maximum safety in such a crash scenario, the high-voltage battery is disconnected from the high-voltage system and the connected components discharged when the passenger restraint systems are triggered.<br /><br />Repair costs for the BMW i models are normal for their class.<br /><br />Tests by vehicle insurers and BMW Accident Research show that accidents primarily result in minor damage. In around 90 percent of all recorded accidents involving conventional vehicles, the damage sustained is to the outer skin. The BMW i8 takes account of this and is equipped with thermoplastic body panels.<br /><br />If a section of the external skin needs to be replaced, this can be carried out quickly and economically. Overall, the accident repair costs are at a comparable level to those for conventional BMW models.<br /><br />“Cold” repair methods for aluminum parts, time-saving repairs for CFRP components.<br /><br />Repairs to the aluminum structure of the Drive module (welded as part of the series production process) are carried out using the “cold” methods of bonding and riveting. These methods have been in use successfully in BMW workshops since 2003.<br /><br />The reparability of the Life module’s CFRP structure was already a priority in the development of the vehicle concept; for example, several repair stages were set out for the side frame. If a damaged side sill needs to be replaced after a side impact, the workshop carries out a visual inspection and damage assessment and then removes only the section in need of repair using a patented milling tool. The required side sill component is manufactured to fit and then installed on the damaged vehicle. The new part is bonded to the separation points using repair elements.<br /><br />Any authorized BMW i dealer can repair the outer skin. However, due to the product- specific features of the LifeDrive module, there will be repair centers in which specialized employees take care of vehicles with damage to the aluminum or CFRP structure.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Full-LED headlights offer bright, efficient illumination.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The slim headlights of the BMW i8 team up with the BMW kidney grille to form a horizontal unit emphasizing the car’s width. The plug-in hybrid sports car is fitted with powerful and energy-efficient full-LED headlights. In their lower section, the light sources are framed by a U-shaped bar into which are integrated the daytime driving lights, sidelights and direction indicators. The intricately designed rear light clusters also feature the U-shape typical of BMW i cars. All of the lights on the BMW i8 are LEDs as standard.<br /><br />The BMW i8 is the world’s first series-produced vehicle to be available as an option with innovative laser headlights in markets where the regulations allow (they currently do not comply with US regulations). They generate a pure-white, extremely bright light that is pleasant to the eye. The light is created through the conversion of the beams emitted by tiny laser diodes by means of a fluorescent phosphor material inside the headlight.<br /><br />Laser lighting is monochromatic, which means that the light waves all have the same length. They also have a constant phase difference. As a result, laser lighting can produce a near-parallel beam with impressive luminance, which gives it an intensity a thousand times greater than that of conventional LEDs. The beam can also be adjusted extremely precisely. At the same time, the further optimized inherent efficiency of laser lighting means that laser headlights have less than half the energy consumption of even LED headlights, which are already very efficient. Laser lighting generates approximately 170 lumens (a photometric unit of light output) per watt, whereas LED lighting generates around 100 lumens per watt.<br /><b><br /><span style="font-size: large;">BMW ConnectedDrive and 360° ELECTRIC: Intelligent connectivity.</span></b><br /><br />Innovative driver assistance systems and BMW ConnectedDrive mobility services developed specially for BMW i serve to enhance the driving pleasure available on board the BMW i8 and the car’s efficiency in equal measure. Intelligent connectivity optimizes comfort, safety and the use of infotainment features while on the move. It also helps the driver to enjoy the performance attributes of the plug-in hybrid sports car to the full, while at the same time keeping energy consumption – in both gasoline and electric form – as low as possible. BMW ConnectedDrive therefore effectively becomes an extension of the Efficient Dynamics strategy. The variety of tools it offers to further improve the balance between driving pleasure and energy consumption is unique worldwide and makes an additional contribution to the progressive character of the BMW i8.<br /><br />Added to this, an extensive range of products and services from 360° ELECTRIC are available for the BMW i brand’s second series-produced model. The 360° ELECTRIC portfolio focuses on home charging, charging at public charging stations, keeping drivers on the road and integration into innovative mobility concepts. As such it promotes the comfortable, reliable and flexible utilization of electric mobility. This package of features also helps to make maximum use of the efficiency potential inherent in the vehicle concept and drive system technology of the BMW i8. Maximizing the use of the electric motor and feeding renewably generated electricity into the high-voltage battery significantly improves the CO2 rating of the plug-in hybrid sports car.<br /><br />The BMW i8 is equipped as standard with an integrated SIM card which provides the intelligent connectivity required to use the mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive. It also introduces navigation services specially developed to enhance electric mobility – such as the Range Assistant with dynamic range map – alongside familiar features, including the Concierge Services information facility, the Intelligent Emergency Call function and the Online Entertainment music-on-demand service. Moreover, drivers can use the BMW i Remote app to share information with their car at any time using their smartphone. For example, they can use their phone to control the charging process for the high-voltage battery and, while that is happening, also oversee the advance preparation of the vehicle before a journey.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Proactive drivetrain management ensures maximum efficiency and an optimum electric driving experience.</b></span><br /><br />Like the vehicle concept – which offers an optimum platform for the broad-spread application of lightweight construction and optimized aerodynamic properties – and the BMW i8’s drive system technology, intelligent energy management also plays its part in imbuing the car with its outstanding levels of efficiency. This function controls the interplay between the combustion engine and electric motor with the aim of optimizing the balance between driving pleasure and fuel consumption in everyday use. This allows the BMW i8 to combine the performance of a pure-bred sports car with small car-like fuel consumption and emissions. A bespoke display and control concept and the link-up between the driver, car and outside world provided by BMW ConnectedDrive bolster the efficiency-enhancing effect of the energy management system. At the same time, they make the targeted management of energy flows in the BMW i8 something the driver can experience in considerable depth.<br /><br />The specially adapted version of the fully digital instrument display fitted in the BMW i8 shows the car’s speed and driving status information in a format and color selected to suit the driving mode currently engaged. SPORT mode brings traditional circular instruments for speed and rpm readouts. In COMFORT mode a “power meter” display replaces the rev counter to keep the driver up to speed on what the electric motor is up to, while ECO PRO mode adds an efficiency display, which encourages drivers to maximize fuel efficiency through their use of the accelerator.<br /><br />The standard Navigation system links up with a version of the proactive drivetrain management system likewise specially developed for the BMW i8. When the route guidance function is activated, the drivetrain management is configured to ensure the electric motor is employed as extensively as possible and as wisely as possible from an efficiency point of view. The system analyses the route in full and sets up the drivetrain management, including energy recuperation strategy, to run on purely electric power over low-speed sections of the journey in particular. In so doing it ensures, for example, that the battery has sufficient capacity to cover the final stage of a longer journey through a built-up area in all-electric mode.<br /><br />The performance characteristics of the electric motor and the capacity of the high- voltage battery have been set up to allow BMW i8 drivers to meet their urban mobility needs on electric power alone. Special displays in the instrument cluster keep the driver permanently informed of the remaining range (in kilometers) in all-electric driving mode. The map display function of the Navigation system also contains a dynamic range display which uses a spidergram (range map) to show the area the car can cover on electric power alone. The map view also displays the location of public charging stations, allowing drivers to plan their journeys to incorporate a stop-off to charge the high-voltage battery. This means that additional battery capacity is then available for the remainder of the journey, which can either be used to continue the journey emission-free or to maximize the car’s dynamic performance by using the electric motor and combustion engine in tandem.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>An all-round solution providing intelligent connectivity: the driver assistance package from BMW ConnectedDrive.</b></span><br /><br />As well as the Navigation system, standard specification for the BMW i8 also features a cruise control system with braking function, a rain sensor including automatic headlight activation, and Park Distance Control (PDC) with sensors at the front and rear of the car. The BMW ConnectedDrive driver assistance package available as an option comprises High Beam Assistant, a rear view camera, Surround View, Speed Limit Info including No Passing Info display, and Collision Warning with pedestrian recognition and braking function.<br /><br />The standard full-LED headlights of the BMW i8 also feature daytime running light and cornering light functions, the latter illuminating the section of road the car is turning into. High Beam Assistant also helps to optimize visibility during the hours of darkness by assisting the driver in making maximum possible use of the high-beam headlights. The system uses a camera positioned on the windscreen near the rear-view mirror to detect oncoming traffic and vehicles travelling ahead to ensure the headlights dip in good time.<br /><br />Meanwhile, the BMW i8 adds a rear-view camera and the Surround View system to PDC to ensure safe and comfortable maneuvering. In addition to the rear view camera and the PDC sensors, the Surround View system also uses two cameras in the wing mirrors to go about its work. The data it collects is processed by a central computer which generates an overall view of the car and the area around it. This is then shown in the Control Display from a bird’s-eye perspective. The additional Side View system uses a pair of cameras mounted in the front of the car to ensure the driver is able to spot cross- traffic early – for example, when pulling out from tight gateways.<br /><br />The Speed Limit Info system displays speed and passing restrictions on the car’s current route. It also sources the information it requires from the windshield-mounted camera and checks it against the data from the navigation system. The camera identifies traffic signs at the edge of the road and overhead signs on motorways. Safety in city traffic is further enhanced by Collision Warning with braking function and pedestrian recognition. This system can be used at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph) and initially generates a visual warning in the instrument cluster if there is a danger of collision. If this is not heeded, an urgent warning then prompts the driver to intervene with a flashing version of the symbol and an audible signal. At the same time, the brakes are applied.<br />The BMW i8 also offers the driver the services of the BMW Head-Up Display which projects important driving data onto the windshield. Information including the car’s speed, status alerts from the driver assistance systems, Check Control messages, speed limits and overtaking restrictions can all be displayed in the driver’s direct field of vision.<br /><br />The ConnectedDrive Services opens up an array of internet-based services to the driver. These include access to the BMW Online portal, the Online Entertainment features and the use of apps for further comfort and infotainment functions. The likewise optional Real Time Traffic Information system delivers precise traffic congestion warnings and detour recommendations in real time.<br /><b><br /><span style="font-size: large;">360° ELECTRIC: emission-free driving in unbeatable comfort.</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car always achieves top marks for efficiency when it starts a journey with its high-voltage battery fully charged. For customers who have the use of a garage or private parking space, BMW i offers bespoke solutions under 360° ELECTRIC which enable the battery pack to be charged at home or at work safely, simply and extremely quickly.<br /><br />BMW i provides owners with a charging cable to plug into a standard 110 v power outlet and a special charging point (the BMW i Charging Station). As well as supplying and installing the Charging Station, BMW i also checks its installation in customers’ homes and provides maintenance, advice and other services. Plugging the car into a standard 110 v power outlet returns the empty high-voltage battery to full charge in 3.5 hours, while using the BMW i Charging Station completes the process in 1.5 hours.</span><span id="goog_1073928646"></span><span id="goog_1073928647"></span><span id="goog_1073928649"></span><span id="goog_1073928650"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The charging process can be monitored on a graphic display in the instrument cluster of the BMW i8, as well as via the BMW i Remote app on a smartphone. The driver can view the current battery charge level and the electric range possible (in kilometers) with the available energy capacity. Charging can be initiated either immediately or at a later time – in order to make use of off-peak electricity rates at night, for example. Added to which, charging the battery from the BMW i Charging Station allows the passenger compartment to be prepared in advance for an upcoming journey so that the driver and passengers are greeted by a pleasant onboard temperature without having to use energy from the high-voltage battery to heat or cool the interior.<br /><br />Its 360° ELECTRIC initiative also sees BMW i backing the use of electricity from renewable sources in other ways, and the brand has joined forces with selected partners to offer a choice of green power solutions in all markets. A strategic alliance between BMW AG and German eco power supplier naturstrom AG will in future give customers in Germany the opportunity to obtain an eco power package for running their BMW i vehicle. The company supplies electricity entirely from renewable sources, with a very high proportion coming from wind power. This means the high-voltage battery of the BMW i8 can be supplied with energy generated with zero CO2 output.<br /><br />Thanks to collaboration with car park operators and public charging station providers, BMW i also grants customers highly reliable access to the public charging infrastructure. Together with its partners, BMW i assists the link-up between the vehicle, the driver and the outside world, providing users with comfort-enhancing features – such as the display of available charging stations in the navigation system and on the customer’s smartphone, as well as a simple and transparent payment method with the ChargeNow card. This card enables access to charging poles operated by various providers and offers a cashless means of payment.<br /><br /><b>The BMW i8 is estimated to arrive in Canadian showrooms in spring of 2014.</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW i8 Laser Headlight Option <span style="font-size: small;">(Not Yet approved for use in North America)</span></span></span></b><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-29386978033885286952013-09-02T21:10:00.000-07:002013-09-10T13:32:05.617-07:00Production BMW i8 Official Photos Sneak Peek<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Official Reveal of the BMW i8 Hybrid Sports Coupe is on September 10 but here is a little sneak peek for you all. Click read more for a shot of the interior.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Sep 10 2013: <a href="http://tcbmw.blogspot.ca/2013/09/the-official-bmw-i8-released-gallery.html" target="_blank">The Production BMW i8 has been officially released, see the full gallery here.</a></span> </span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-55273577367331310852013-08-30T07:22:00.001-07:002013-08-30T11:56:04.883-07:00F15 BMW X5 First ImPRESSions.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW recently held a press drive of the all new F15 BMW X5 in Vancouver, so the first impressions are rolling in. Have a look at some press photos from this event and links to the first reviews.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>AUTOCAR</b><br /><br />Muller’s toughest mission was tackling criticisms of the outgoing model’s ride, refinement and aura of quality, without adding heft. He's done well, with reductions to the bulkhead, glasshouse and wheel-well noise transmission improving refinement by a useful 2.5dB, while new seats have reduced vibration, and the subtly softened suspension smothers sharp bumps more effectively.<br /><br />You’ll also enjoy this oil-burner’s much-improved manners, its clatter and growl now buried in background hum. Lots of low-rev urge and the eight-speed auto’s excellent anticipatory skills make for authoritatively brisk and effortless performance that, at lower speeds, shades the petrol xDrive50i.<br /><br />So the essence of the 1999 X5’s mini-revolution is preserved intact, and this latest edition is pleasingly nimble and precise when the going gets twisty. The keen will enjoy such roads in sport setting, which enlivens the drivetrain, girds the dampers and weights the occasionally uncertain steering to produce a well-resolved driving experience.<br /><br />And the ride? It swallows most small bumps whole, as promised, although the odd clatter across ridges and potholes in sport suggests that it’s the comfort damping mode you’ll mostly want on Britain’s roads. Given how well the rest of the system performs, it’s unfortunate that in Sport mode setting the steering turns over-light - and you can’t mix and match the steering, drivetrain and suspension settings.<br /><br />Full Review: <a href="http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/x5/first-drives/bmw-x5-xdrive30d-first-drive-review" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/x5/first-drives/bmw-x5-xdrive30d-first-drive-review</a><br /><br /><br /><b>AUTOEXPRESS</b><br /><br />Verdict<br /><br />The all-new X5 is now more handsome than before, better-built and more refined to drive. The 3.0-litre straight-six diesel remains at the top of the class for refinement and punch and the cabin is spacious, classy and superbly comfortable. In search of a more supple ride and improved on-road manners, it’s marginally less sharp than it once was, but it’s unlikely core customers will notice the change. It’s a successful update then that puts the new X5 neck-and-neck with the more expensive Range Rover Sport.<br /><br />Full review: <a href="http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/x5/65773/new-bmw-x5-review#ixzz2dRDigBzV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/x5/65773/new-bmw-x5-review#ixzz2dRDigBzV</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>EDMUNDS</b><br /><br />On the BMW X5 xDrive50i<br /><br />At launch, the most powerful drivetrain available comes in the xDrive50i, which combines a twin-turbo 4.4 liter V8 with an eight-speed paddle-shift transmission and all-wheel drive. A 3.0-liter straight-6 powers the xDrive35i, while the diesel-powered xDrive35d model will join the lineup next year. For the first time, a rear-wheel-drive X5 will also be available with the 3.0-liter gasoline power six only.<br /><br />Output in the 2014 BMW X5 V8 climbs 10 percent to 450 horsepower and torque is up to 479 pound-feet. It's enough to shave half a second from the 0-62-mph time, which falls to an impressive 5.0 seconds flat. BMW says fuel economy improves a little, too, but there are no EPA numbers to back that up just yet.<br /><br />Despite all the grunt, and the traction to make maximum use of it, the V8 X5 is not the fastest thing off the line. The engine and transmission need a few moments to absorb your right foot's command before launching the BMW forward with the urge you'd desired moments earlier. It's a pause that appears when you're on the move at lowish speeds, too, although switching to Sport mode does a bit to enliven the drivetrain. The twin-turbo V8 does make a nice sound, however, providing a satin V8 beat that turns impressively muscular when the throttle is sunk deep.<br /><br />Not surprisingly, the X5 chassis is more than capable of handling the V8's efforts. Or it does in the form we tested the car in, which included the $4,500 Dynamic Handling package, which adds an air-sprung rear suspension, adjustable dampers, active antiroll bars and cross-axle torque-vectoring. The standard setup is rather ungenerously specified with steel springs, conventional shocks and passive antiroll bars, a combination we didn't get a chance to sample.<br /><br />Even so, we would recommend the upgraded setup for two reasons. The first because this is a big load carrier in need of self-leveling, the second because we suspect the ride will need softening for broken tarmac moments. Dialed in to Sport mode, this X5 proves satisfyingly agile through bends both tight and sweeping. It's a vehicle that feels smaller than its bulk implies, and certainly nimble enough to entertain. It's also stable, steers accurately, stops convincingly and rolls enough to let you know what you're doing without turning remotely floppy and uncooperative.<br /><br />A shame, then, that the new electrically supported steering takes the edge of this accomplishment by coming over curiously vague through the first few degrees of its movement. This faintly disconnected feel applies in both Comfort and Sport modes, too. Happily, it does little to undermine the accuracy of the X5's steering, but it does dim the sporting appeal of this sports activity vehicle.<br /><br />As for the ride, it swallows most small bumps whole as promised, although the odd clatter across ridges and potholes in Sport suggests that it's the Comfort damping mode you'll mostly want on U.S. roads. It's unfortunate that in this setting the steering is a little too light — and you can't mix and match the steering, drivetrain and suspension settings to achieve an ideal blend.<br /><br />There's no shortage of electronic driving aids in other departments, however: lane-keeping, radar-controlled cruise that extends to traffic jam stop-and-go, and (from December) a lane-keeping traffic jam assistant, too. Night vision and BMW's excellent head-up display also appear on an expensively lengthy options list.<br /><br />At its heart, though, the X5 is still the sporting SUV that it was back in 1999. Perhaps too much so aesthetically, as this restyle is certainly short of imaginative flourishes. BMW would doubtless argue that the existing formula is very successful so there's little reason to make drastic changes.<br /><br />It's certainly more polished this time around with its mix of big cabin comfort, luxury trimmings, sporting performance, all-weather security and accomplished manners. The 2014 BMW X5 is slightly spoiled by the V8's lazy step-off and that flawed steering feel, but neither shortcoming is pronounced enough to dampen the average buyer's enthusiasm for it.<br /><br />Full review: <a href="http://www.edmunds.com/bmw/x5/2014/road-test.html">http://www.edmunds.com/bmw/x5/2014/road-test.html</a></span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-83789392061029845302013-08-30T06:35:00.000-07:002013-08-30T06:57:24.852-07:00F15 BMW M5 M50d and Individual Program<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The BMW X5 M50d featured here will not make it to the United States, the photos were taken in Vancouver with Ontario Plates and there has been no official statement yet the availability of BMW X5 M50d in Canada. The European Spec is shown in these pictures taking note of the long Euro plate holders and the lack of side markers. <b>Press Release Munich.</b> The new BMW X5 is due to arrive in the showrooms on 16
November 2013. The launch of this third generation of the most
successful Sports Activity Vehicle in the world will also introduce the
BMW M50d M Performance Automobile. Boasting the world’s most powerful
six-in-line diesel engine, suspension technology with hallmark M
precision-tuning and aerodynamically honed exterior features, the BMW X5
M50d (Unavailable to US market) combines superior dynamics on the road with
unimpeachable traction off the beaten track. The other character facets
of the new BMW X5, moreover, can be explicitly highlighted:
model-specific options offered by BMW Individual provide exclusive
elegant touches, while new products in the Original BMW Accessories
range – likewise specifically designed for the Sports Activity Vehicle –
serve to underline its versatility and practicality. <b>(Continue with the Press Release and Gallery)</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>BMW X5 M50d: </b> <b>enthralling dynamics thanks to trademark M precision.</b><br />
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(Unavailable to US market, </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Unconfirmed to Canadian market</span>)<br />
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A compelling combination of sportiness, exclusivity and everyday utility
distinguishes the new BMW X5 M50d. Its six-cylinder in-line diesel
engine boasts detailed refinements and comes with three-stage
turbocharging and common rail direct injection. From a 3.0-litre
displacement it develops output of <b>280 kW /381 hp and a peak torque of 740 Newton meters (546 lb-ft)</b>.
BMW BluePerformance technology as standard means the M Performance
Automobile is also EU6-compliant. The diesel unit’s power is transferred
to the road by an eight-speed automatic transmission and BMW xDrive
all-wheel drive.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The new BMW X5 M50d comes as standard with Adaptive M suspension
including Dynamic Damper Control and air suspension at the rear axle, as
well as Electric Power Steering. The optional Dynamic adaptive
suspension package comprises Dynamic Performance Control and Dynamic
Drive active roll stabilization, while the exterior features standard
19-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design fitted with mixed tires. Noticeably enhanced agility and a quicker time of <b>5.3 seconds for the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph)</b>
sprint go hand in hand with fuel economy improved by more than ten per
cent compared with the predecessor model. Average fuel consumption for
the new BMW X5 M50d is <b>6.7 liters per 100 kilometers (42.2 mpg)</b> in the EU test cycle, with CO2 emissions of 177 g/km.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Special touches add exclusivity and style: the BMW Individual range for the new BMW X5.</b></span><br />
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The BMW Individual range specifically created for the new BMW X5 turns
an even brighter spotlight on its elegant design, luxurious ambiance and
exclusive character. Factory-fitted exterior and interior equipment
options play their part in imbuing the Sports Activity Vehicle with a
highly distinctive charisma. The manufacturing processes behind the BMW
Individual products developed for the new BMW X5 are underpinned by
precision craftsmanship and longstanding experience in working with
choice materials. The design and finish of these products reflect a
striving for perfection and style that embraces every detail.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">BMW Individual paintwork guarantees an impression of exclusivity at
first glance. The application of up to seven layers of paint and the
addition of special colour pigments make for intriguing iridescent
effects, exceptional brilliance and unmatched depth. The BMW Individual
finishes available for the new BMW X5 comprise the luxurious shades Ruby
Black metallic and Pyrite Brown metallic. The intense luster of these
paintwork options derives from reflections triggered by red or gold
pigments beneath the surface. Likewise adding an elegantly sporty touch
to the exterior are the 20-inch BMW Individual light-alloy wheels in
V-spoke design, fitted with mixed tires </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The judicious selection of materials and careful processing help create
the unique quality of the fine-grain full Merino leather trim from BMW
Individual. To this end, carefully selected, entirely unblemished
leather undergoes an elaborate tanning process before being
precision-tailored. Its natural, open-pore structure as much as the
soft, fine-grain surface and characteristic stitching render this
leather truly distinctive.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />
The BMW Individual fine-grain full Merino leather option with extended
features is available for the new BMW X5 in the shades Amaro Brown and
Criollo Brown. The contrast-colour seams and piping in finest leather
are exquisite details that reflect the high levels of craftsmanship.
Stylish design and consummate workmanship also sum up the quality of the
BMW Individual interior trim strips, with a choice of Piano Finish
Black and Sen Light Brown available for the new BMW X5. Their surfaces
display both the high quality of the material and a perfectly executed
finish.</span>
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The BMW Individual range will be available from December 2013.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Original BMW Accessories:</b> tailor-made for greater variability and comfort.<br />
The versatility of the new BMW X5 has also been further enhanced thanks
to products from the Original BMW Accessories range that are literally
made-to-measure. Floor and luggage compartment mats, along with
transport bags whose contours are precisely shaped to fit the interior
dimensions of the Sports Activity Vehicle, serve as ideal accessories
for everyday use and on longer journeys. Their eye-catching design,
moreover, cites the lines of the car while accentuating the hallmark
sturdiness of BMW X models. All-weather floor mats made of particularly
hard-wearing non-slip material and textile floor mats with a rubber
surface integrated in the foot area are each offered in sets of two. A
characteristic design feature of both variants is an eye-catching,
brushed stainless steel insert with BMW lettering. The trunk-mat for the
new BMW X5 is in matching style and has a non-slip, dirt-repellent
surface. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The new transport bags from the Original BMW Accessories range were
developed for leisure, travel and sporting activities and boast a design
that is visibly geared to the new BMW X5. They are distinguished by
high-quality leather and textile as well as optimal functionality. The
collection includes a Storage Bag Fond that can be attached to the seat
by means of the center seat belt and offers not only extra stowage space
but two thermally insulated cupholders as well.<br />
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Even more space for travel accoutrements is provided by the seat organizer likewise designed specifically with the new BMW X5 in mind. It
can be attached to the driver or front passenger headrests, has two
large storage compartments, and can be conveniently used outside the car
as well. An ideal companion for winter sports is the ski and snowboard
bag that extends from the luggage compartment through to the rear of the
car. It has room for up to four pairs of skis or three snowboards and
features integrated rollers, handles and a shoulder strap for convenient
transportation beyond the car. To complement this, a sturdy transport
bag for ski boots, helmets and gloves is also available.<br />
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All products in the Original BMW Accessories range comply with the
extremely high standards of the BMW Group in terms of their design,
quality and safety and conform to BMW’s comprehensive terms of warranty.
When retrofitted, they do not in any way affect the warranty terms for
the relevant vehicle. Sales and installation are via the BMW and BMW M
dealer network, BMW branches and BMW service partners. </span></div>
Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-45149869000598080572013-08-28T09:06:00.003-07:002013-08-28T09:06:51.756-07:00BMW M3 & M4 Spyshot Comparison<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">After the official unveiling of the BMW M4 Coupe Concept, BMW M3 and M4 prototypes have shed even more camouflage so we can get a good look at it's wide fenders and wicked stance! Here is a side by side comparison of the F80 BMW M3 and F82 BMW M4.</span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-17583063547517515002013-08-21T20:58:00.000-07:002013-08-21T20:58:16.554-07:00Concept BMW X5 eDrive (Gallery)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Press Release from Munich.</b> The new BMW X5 raises efficiency to another new level in the world of the luxurious Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). BMW is using the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) to present the logical next step towards landmark efficiency in the SAV segment. The BMW Concept X5 eDrive combines the brand of driving pleasure for which the xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system is renowned and a luxurious ambience within the variable-use interior with a plug-in hybrid drive concept. Its innovative BMW eDrive technology guarantees the hallmark sporting ability of a BMW, while at the same time opening the door to speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph), a maximum range of 30 kilometres (19 miles) on electric power alone and average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle of 3.8 litres per 100 kilometres (74.3 mpg imp).<b> (Continue Reading + Gallery)</b></span><br />
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<br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The groundbreaking character of the BMW Concept X5 eDrive is highlighted by understated but precisely arranged design accents. For example, the kidney grille slats, air intake bars and the inlay in the rear bumper – all in the BMW i Blue colour developed for the BMW i brand – present an appealing contrast to the Silverflake metallic exterior paintwork. The BMW Concept X5 eDrive also comes with specially designed roof rails, a connector for the charging cable that lights up during charging, and 21-inch light-alloy wheels in an exclusive, aerodynamically optimised design.</span><br /><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />Electrification of the powertrain allows BMW to unlock impressive potential for reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The BMW eDrive technology developed by the BMW Group to this end comes in various forms, each tailored precisely to the vehicle concept at hand. The BMW Group’s first purely electrically powered vehicle to go into series production – the BMW i3 – celebrates its world premiere at the IAA 2013. And taking to the stage alongside the i3 will be the BMW Concept X5 eDrive, which follows in the tyre tracks of the BMW Concept Active Tourer unveiled in 2012 as the second plug-in hybrid vehicle to feature BMW eDrive.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>BMW eDrive technology hooks up with the intelligent all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive for the first time in the BMW Concept X5 eDrive. </b> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The new study vehicle offers superior driving characteristics underpinned by the electronically controlled and fully variable distribution of drive between its front and rear wheels. Regardless of the driving mode selected, the power generated by the electric motor, combustion engine or the two units together is channelled quickly and precisely to the wheels where it can be converted most effectively into propulsion. This allows the BMW Concept X5 eDrive to demonstrate the typical qualities of an SAV – assured traction and optimised stability in all weather and road conditions, coupled with increased agility through dynamically taken corners – in outstandingly efficient fashion. The versatile and sporty driving attributes of the BMW Concept X5 eDrive are complemented by average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle of 3.8 litres per 100 kilometres (74.3 mpg imp) and CO2 emissions of under 90 grams per kilometre.<br /><br />The electric motor in the BMW Concept X5 eDrive generates maximum output of 70 kW/95 hp and – thanks to impressive torque available from the word go – demonstrates the instantaneous power delivery that has become a hallmark of electric drive systems. All of which elevates driving pleasure and efficiency to another level. The synchronous electric motor developed by the BMW Group also maintains a steady flow of power into the upper reaches of its load range and keeps weight low. The motor alone can propel the BMW Concept X5 eDrive to a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph). As part of the boost function, it can also be used to give the combustion engine a noticeable hit of extra energy during acceleration and during dynamic mid-range sprints. The BMW Concept X5 eDrive can complete the sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 7.0 seconds.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>ECO PRO mode and all-electric driving: efficiency on demand.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b> </b><br />Like members of the current series-produced BMW line-up, the BMW Concept X5 eDrive also offers ECO PRO mode, which is activated using the Driving Experience Control switch and encourages a particularly efficient driving style. This default mode is engaged when the car is started and offers intelligent hybrid functionality, whereby the energy management system tailors the interplay of combustion engine and electric drive system to most efficient effect. Drivers can also enjoy the services of the hybrid-specific Proactive Driving Assistant, which teams up with the navigation system to incorporate factors such as route profile, speed restrictions and the traffic situation into the driving mode selection.<br /><br />Drivers can also switch to the all-electric driving mode. With the battery fully charged, the car can cover up to 30 kilometres (19 miles) on electric power alone and therefore with zero local emissions. Another option is the Save Battery mode, which allows the battery’s energy capacity to be maintained – for example, if the driver wants to cover the final stretch of a longer journey through town on purely electric power.</span><br /><br /><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />In order to allow the extra efficiency of its electric powertrain to be utilised as widely as possible, the BMW Concept X5 eDrive is designed as a plug-in hybrid vehicle. Its high-voltage battery can be recharged from any domestic power socket, a Wallbox designed to offer stronger currents or a public charging station. The impressive degree of flexibility drivers can look forward to when choosing a charging point is enhanced by the charging cable stored in the load area below the flat storage compartment. The battery unit is located a level lower still, which means the car’s overall load-carrying capacity is only slightly reduced. The boot offers space for two large suitcases or four 46-inch golf bags, and the SAV’s high level of variability – thanks in part to its 40 : 20 : 40 split/folding rear seat backrest – is retained, as are the generous levels of space and comfort over long journeys that it offers in all five seats.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br />Innovative functions from BMW ConnectedDrive help drivers to maximise the number of journeys they complete on electric power alone. For example, in the BMW Concept X5 eDrive, the electric range available is shown as a numerical value. The car’s dynamic range display uses intelligent connectivity to keep a constant eye on all the factors affecting range, such as traffic conditions, route profile and driving style.<br /> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When the route guidance function is activated, the location of public charging stations is added to the points of interest shown on the navigation map. Drivers can call up stations located along their route or at their destination, and the system also tells them how much charging time is required to fully top up the battery once again.<br /><br /> All information concerning battery charge and electric range can also be viewed on the driver’s Smartphone. A Remote app from BMW ConnectedDrive developed specially to meet the requirements of electric mobility enables owners to control the charging process from their phone. It also allows the vehicle to be pre-programmed while it is connected to an electricity source. For example, the heating and climate control system can be activated remotely to ensure a pleasant temperature inside the car before the driver sets off.</span></div>
Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-63988732352725525072013-08-21T13:44:00.000-07:002013-08-21T13:44:06.346-07:00BMW X4 Production Render (Leaked Patent Images)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">We don't have much info on the BMW X4 As of yet, but lately parts of the production BMW X4 has leaked in the form of patent drawings and we have made a quick rendering below to illustrate how the production BMW X4 could look like. <b>(Patent Images inside)</b></span><br />
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Ken@TCBMWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998508346423900641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74783403658169937.post-10230352427491486582013-08-20T09:07:00.001-07:002013-09-10T13:32:25.922-07:00Harry Metcalfe Drives the BMW i8 Prototype (Video)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Harry Metcalfe of EVO Magazine takes us for a ride on the all new BMW i8 Prototype which is pretty much a production car at this stage with only a few minor tweaks to go until it's launch next year. Check out the video below and let us know what you think in the comments below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Sep 10 2013: <a href="http://tcbmw.blogspot.ca/2013/09/the-official-bmw-i8-released-gallery.html" target="_blank">The Production BMW i8 has been officially released, see the full gallery here.</a></span> </span><br />
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