MINI Cooper Vision Concept

You may have seen actual pictures of the completely uncovered new MINI Cooper S which appeared on our blog for no more then 15 minutes, we had to take it down because it doesn't fully represent the final quality of the MINI Product. Here is the Press Release. At today’s MINI Design@Home event Anders Warming, Head of MINI Design, previews a sampling of visionary design and innovative ideas. The MINI Vision, for example, showcases various elements of future MINI design. Here, MINI has developed a vehicle design laced with new creative impulses that advance the cause of premium quality in the compact class.

BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé (Gallery)

(Read More for Fully Gallery and Video Presentation) Press Release - BMW and Pininfarina are two of the most tradition-swathed names in the motoring world. Each is a byword for cutting-edge technology, style, dynamics and aesthetics. With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the two time-honoured companies are unveiling the outcome of their first collaboration at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2013. The BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé is a one-off and represents the exclusive interpretation of a luxurious BMW Coupé as seen through the eyes of Pininfarina. Working in close consultation, the two design teams have created a new automotive persona brimming with character and ready to join the high-end luxury class – typically BMW while sporting the distinctive signature of Pininfarina.

Official BMW X4 Concept Video

Here is the first video from Autobild of the BMW Concept X4 which was unveiled today. Gallery of photos available from the post before this one.

Official BMW X4 Concept Gallery Leaked

What you see here is the Offical BMW X4 Concept leaked this morning! This will be a smaller sibling of the BMW X6, with the underpinnings of the BMW X3. There is currently no additional imformation on the BMW X4 yet becuase only pictures was leaked. All we can say is that we think this BMW X4 is quite a looker. (Head past the jump for the full gallery - New photos Added)

The Stunning BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe

Press Release - Munich. The latest generation of the BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible leads the way worldwide in the premium mid-range coupe and convertible market. Indeed few, if any, rivals have made such a defining impact on this segment in terms of design, dynamics and efficiency.

Now, with the unveiling of the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe, BMW is looking ahead to the fourth generation of its sporty mid-range coupe – and reasserting its global leadership credentials in the process. (A full Gallery and Read more after the Jump, Click on the imager to enlarge then right click to save or set as wallpaper)

BMW i3 Concept Coupe EV (Gallery)

Here is a huge gallery of pictures of the BMW i3 Concept Coupe EV which debuts this week at the LA Auto show. The CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic) BMW i3 Concept Coupe EV plug in hybrid is a 3 door coupe style with a sportier back end version of the standard BMW i3 Concept shown earlier this year. The Concept Coupe EV is finished for the first time in Valencia Orange instead of the Whites and Silvers BMW i Concepts are accustomed to wearing. This concept looks much closer to the production BMW i3 with a more practical solid doors instead of the see through glass doors from the previous concepts, the coupe retains the 5 Door concept's 2570mm (101.2 inches) wheelbase, the coupe like body gives this car a much sportier, wide and low slung look. A full gallery after the jump.

BMW Concept Active Tourer Officially Unveiled (HD Gallery)

The covers is off on the BMW Concept Active Tourer, have a look at our gallery and press release after the jump. In concept form this Front Wheel Drive hybrid electric (eDrive) BMW City Car is another step BMW is taking towards a premium sustainable mode of transportation. The Concept Active Tourer will debut at the Paris Autoshow in 2 weeks.

BMW 1 Series GT (Compactive Tourer Concept)

AutoBild Magazine recently leaked an image of the not yet released BMW 1 Series GT also known as the Compactive Tourer Concept. The 1 Series GT will be the first Front Wheel Drive BMW with a lineup of FWD 3 Cylinder BMW models to follow. The BMW 1 Series GT has not yet been confirmed for North America, the size should be similar to the MINI Countryman. We will inform you if we hear of more firm details, for the mean time enjoy our composite render below based on the Autobild Leaked images.

BMW Zagato Roadster Concept Study

After much positive reaction from the BMW Zagato Coupe at Italy's Concorso d’Elleganza Villa d’Este earlier this year, BMW and Zagato has one again come together to create another beautiful masterpiece. The Roadster bears striking resemblance to the Coupe sharing the same fascia, however a large portion of the BMW Z4 based Zagato Roadster is bespoke; even the hardtop has been ditched in favor of a Soft Top. (Press Release + Gallery inside)

Past Concepts, Forgotten Prototypes - Part 1

In the last 27 years BMW Forschung und Technik GmbH research division created numerous experimental concept vehicles, on it's 25th year in 2010 a treasure trove of images was released to celebrate the division's anniversary. The concepts featured in this article is from the late 1980's to early 2000's while some of which made it into production and most didn't, you may recognize elements which made it into production on modern BMW's today. Let's start with the year 1988 when the BMW Z1 Coupe concept was created.

Let's Visualize: 2014 BMW 235i Cabriolet M-Sport

The next generation BMW 1 Series Coupe and Cabriolet will be known as the BMW 2 Series from now on. There has been no known spyshots of this vehicle yet but lets visualize now for a moment on how the 2 Series Cabriolet M-Sport could look like and all available M-Sport colors. What we know is that it should be based on the new BMW 1 Series hatchback not available for the North American Market, rightly so the 2 Series should not be too far off in looks from this speculative rendering.(All colors after the Jump)

BMW i8 Spyder Leaked.

This is the BMW i8 Spyder leaked ahead of the Beijing Autoshow at the end of April. Now we are getting closer to the production BMW i8's final look, the solid doors and the restyled hood are just come clues. Click after the jump for a few more pics. Source: Autoforum.cz

Concept BMW i8 technologies

Here is a fantastic video showing the technologies behind the BMW i8 Concept Car, we particularly like the part featuring the future iDrive system with Navigation which makes you feel like you are in Tron mixed with Blade Runner! (A Video by Supercar Hall and BMW Media)