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Friday, April 22, 2011
The Concept M5 is essentially 99 percent production ready, so don’t expect any surprises in terms of styling at the presentation of the production model at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September this year.
The highlight of the fifth generation of the M5 will be the new twin-turbocharged V8 engine lurking under the bonnet. BMW officials have already confirmed that the engine is a development of the 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 555HP and 680Nm or 501 lb-ft of peak torque, tweaked to deliver more power. However, the German company is still keeping mum on output numbers.
What BMW did disclose is that compared to the fourth generation of the M5’s 507HP V10 power unit, the newly developed V8 turbo has a significantly increased output level, whilst at the same time lowering previous fuel consumption and emission levels by at least 25 percent.
In the new M5, power is delivered to the rear wheels by a seven-speed M double-clutch transmission with Drivelogic, which was specifically tuned to the new V8 engine’s performance characteristics. The M5 also gets an Auto Start Stop function.
BMW added that the F10 M5 will feature exclusive M suspension components such as the inter alia, the wheel suspension systems, specific axle kinematics as well as powerful and weight-optimised brakes. A new Active M Differential that optimises vehicle stability using targeted variation of locking torque between the right and left drive wheels, plus 20-inch forged alloy wheels shod tires size 265/35 ZR20 at the front and 265/35 ZR20 at the back, are also part of the package.
As for the car’s exterior, BMW’s designers opted for a discrete appearance with a typical M-style front bumper, side gills on the front fenders, a new rear bumper with an integrated diffuser that houses twin tailpipes on either side, and a barely visible boot lid spoiler.
BMW won’t reveal anything on the interior with the Shanghai Show concept’s windows being completely blacked out, but expect to see the typical M model styling traits such as the sport seats and steering wheel, bespoke interior trim and an M-specific instrument panel.
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
The most important difference is that the race once the new 4.4-liter V8 engine but whose performances were not disclosed. Certainly it will be stronger than the 4.0-liter V8 wearing last year's model yield 480 horses. The motion carried on the rear axle via a serial 6-speed gearbox and is for private racing teams.
Aerodynamically the new model has received some changes to ensure "competitiveness in relation to other models in the category GT3 ". It also has new advanced engine management system, steel safety cell and several CFRP pieces such as roof, bonnet, rear spoiler and wings. It is already available for ordering at a price of € 315.000.
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Monday, April 4, 2011
Prototypes had long been projecting strong cast shadows on the production car, at the Auto Shanghai exhibition (21 to 28 April 2011) it is: BMW unveiled a concrete preview of the coming everyday cars: the Concept M5. Visually, the expected future production model is not significantly different from the study.
Also in the side view reveals the M5, at least those who know his potential. M-specific 20-inch twin-spoke design fill out the wheel arches and close due to the wide track of the vehicle is flush with the body. The wheels are equipped with a mixing tires, the format front 265/35 ZR20 rear, and is 295/30 ZR20. Must not miss the typical M gills on the front side wall. The M5, they are surrounded by a chrome frame and a chrome bar split in half. This will, in addition to the side indicators and the M logo.
The fifth-generation M5 gets a new, high-revving V8 with M-Power twin Turbo. Compared to the V10 predecessors, he has become stronger, but will also consume one-quarter less fuel and emit pollutants. The exact performance and consumption data, BMW has still covered. As confirmed by CEO Kay Segler M some time ago in an interview with the editorial team, the new engine is based on the X5 drives in M / M. There X6 provides the eight-cylinder 555 hp and sends a torque of 680 Nm onto the crankshaft. In the M5, it could then well be 580-600 hp.
The serial version of the new BMW will be in autumn 2011 on the market, prices there is still no information. The predecessor with 507 hp V10 was to have as a sedan from 86 200 € 94 100 € and they combine from.
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Friday, April 1, 2011
BMW M3 Pick-up: One-piece with twinkling Note - with interior photos
0 comments Posted by Car at 10:10 AMAs some time ago Erlkönig a BMW M3 pick-up was caught on the Nurburgring, opinions were divided: April Fool's joke or one-off? Now it is: the rapid delivery van is both.
What is surprising is the high cost of development, which is the rapid pick-up basis. BMW, confirms extensive testing and tuning drives on the Nordschleife of the Nürburgring. For an April Fool's joke, it would certainly have been enough to change the M3 to the computer. But the M GmbH is a real converted vehicle. In addition to the cargo area and striking a removable Targa roof is one of the highlights. To the special rear adjusts a payload of up to 450 kilograms. In terms of drive it is the V8 with 420 hp, but the chassis was specifically adapted and refined the aerodynamics. The empty weight of the M3 pick-up is around 50 kg below that of the M3 convertible, the removable roof brings an additional 20 kilograms less.
The cargo area is covered with aluminum-sheet structure, according to BMW, up to 20 stow golf bags. But not enough, the first M3 ever is the pick-up equipped with a trailer hitch. Nevertheless, confirmed the head of M GmbH, Kay Segler, 300 a ride with speedometer A series development of the M3 pick-up is not planned, the resulting single piece of street legal is a workshop-transport vehicle of the M GmbH used. A similar / slag is already in the 1980s on the basis of the then M3.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
The two-liter turbo diesel from the fuel-saving three normally makes 163 hp. Schnitzer increased the power electronically to 190 bhp and the torque increased from 360 to 420 Newton meters. Top speed is called the tuner 235 km / h. From zero to 100 km / h. The diesel roadster in 6.9 seconds to sprint. The measured consumption of Schnitzer is 3.8 liters of diesel. This corresponds to CO2 emissions of around 99 grams per kilometer. Compared with the donor engine BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics is a fuel consumption advantage of 0.3 liters and a lower ten grams of CO2 emissions.
Even lighter wheels and brakes
35 kg of weight loss went to the account of lighter wheel and brake components. Each of the four 8.5 x 19 inch forged wheels is attached with titanium screws and weighs just 7.9, according Tuner kilograms. The high-performance brake system is equipped with lightweight rotors. The reduced unsprung mass will affect the driving experience: According to Schnitzer acts as the vehicle to 335 kg facilitated.
Active Aerodynamics
When the body Schnitzer sat at their own attachments. For example, consist of carbon front spoiler, sport front fender, the roof, the rear skirt inset and the trunk lid. Add to that a rear spoiler, a silver anodized front grille as well as so-called "Bonnet Vents, louvers in the hood. Schnitzer also installed the active aerodynamics in the BMW 520d: A flap in the grille opens only when needed and ensures the closed state for a better flow of air flow. The lowering by 30 millimeters by a racing chassis will also reduce drag.
Interior with iPhone integration
The inmates take up carbon bucket seats with leather place. As an Apple multimedia gimmick is iphone4. Click on the access to all data from the onboard computer is possible. For example, the consumption or the function of the particle filter can be reviewed. In addition, the smartphone is designed to play music, to make phone calls hands-free option for navigating and surfing the web.
Unsaleable technology support
A portion of these components and modifications Schnitzer offers in its program for each Z4. The 99d is to be understood as a technology and remains unique. If there were to buy it, it would cost 149 000 €.
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A few months ago we told you that the tuners by G-Power, created a series of "fastest car of BMW , cook optimized version of the GTS modification of the BMW M3.
Then the German tuning house says its BMW M3 GTS finally be able to show the army of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS who is boss in the competitions.
From today's official information shows that the G-Power version of the most powerful BMW M3 can shop much, much more.
Tuners were able to inflated power German car to 450 hp to a staggering 720 horsepower by increasing engine capacity by 10%, adding turbo system G-POWER SK II CS "Sporty Drive", integration of new pistons and more.
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Friday, March 25, 2011
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
There is no way we could not remember the spy photos that were released last week of the BMW M3 Pickup. Eventually the car was not the ZTechnik, but the BMW was preparing itself protapriliatiki farce. The Autoblog.com spoke with Dirk Arnold, director of development and BMW said it protapriliatiki farce. It is almost impossible to construct such a model ever from BMW.
The car will be presented with the M5 Concept 1 April in Munich together with some original versions of the M3 will not ever go out in the production of which will be located between the Pickup and the version we see. Another version will be a retractable hardtop M3 might eventually it will see the light of the production line.
Finally released a video during the test in foggy Nurburgring.
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Sunday, March 20, 2011
The morning can be seen the first live pictures of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe Safety Car for the 2011 MotoGP, and in the afternoon, the BMW has all the details. Stylistically time the designation stickers, features a new front spoiler, large spoiler, black rims, black tailpipes exhaust hood with air intakes and black grille.
Mechanically the only changes found in the new sports exhaust titanium Akrapovic, the new suspension and stronger brakes and has lost weight since it has many pieces of carbon and polycarbonate. The interior fitted with roll cage, a pair of sport bucket seats and 6 point belts. The MotoGP season starts this Sunday, March 20 with the Grand Prix of Qatar where 1M MotoGP Safety Car will debut.
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
“A highlight at the Shanghai Motor Show in mid-April will be the presentation of our New Energy Vehicle, said BMW Chief Executive Dr. Norbert Reithofer. “This model will be our e-car from China for China – a long version of the BMW 5 Series as a plug-in hybrid. This car will benefit from the strength and the excellent reputation of the BMW brand.”
Reithofer confirmed the presentation of the production version of the MINI Coupe, first seen as a concept model at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, and the second generation of the BMW 1 Series, both of which will be launched this year alongside the new M5 sports saloon and the 6-Series models.
BMW also revealed plans to add a small displacement three-cylinder turbocharged engine to its range, though the Bavarian automaker did not get into any more details.
“We are gradually utilizing the BMW TwinPower Turbo technology in all petrol and diesel engines within our new BMW EfficientDynamics motor range,” said Reithofer. “This innovative engine technology package is based on a modular strategy. This holds true for future 4- and 6-cylinder engines as well as for our anticipated 3-cylinder drive. This modular system will generate significant economies of scale. It will also facilitate the standardization of interfaces and processes.”
Finally, BMW said it will begin assembling the X3 in India alongside the 3-Series, 5-Series and X1 for the local market from the second quarter of the year, while the firm’s new Tiexi plant in China which is scheduled to start production in 2012 will produce among other models, the X1 crossover.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
The next supplement BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle is supposed to bring a important change in the company’s briefcase and sales figures since reports say that the car will be imported as CKD unit and not as CBU unit thereby reducing the overall cost per product. This strategy certainly will help the brand price it competitive enough in the market and expectedly attain a better growth. From June 2011 the company will start assembling the car inspite of the current ambiguous stand held by the Indian government which is supposed to be defined in the 2011 Union Budget. Considering the base model the car is supposed to be priced below Rs 40 Lakh and above for higher models.
2011 BMW X3 Sports Specifications In India
- Base engine size – 3.0 liter
- Base engine type – l-6
- Horsepower – 240 BHP
- Horsepower rpm – 6600
- Torque – 221 lb-ft
- Torque rpm – 2750
- Payload – 904 lbs
- Drive type – all wheel drive
- Turning radius – 19.5”
Dimensions( In Inches)
- Length – 183
- Body width – 74.1
- Body height – 65.4
- Wheelbase – 110.6
- Ground clearance – 8.3
- Curb – 4112 lbs
- Gross weight – 5137
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Accuracy useful because admit that discovering a BMW M3 pick-up run on the Nurburgring for what looks like a finalization looks very much like an April Fool.
These photos were released by autoblog.com which repeatedly asserts that these pictures are "real. "
For now, no information is available. The same source refers to a vehicle directly developed by BMW.
So maybe this is it a nod for a BMW concept car tuning show, genre Essen Motor Show.
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