In several European countries, BMW launched sales of the hybrid version of the new 5-Series, which as expected is called ActiveHybrid 5 and is based on modification 535i. The powertrain of the vehicle consists of a 3.0-liter petrol engine 306 h.p. and electric generating additional 55 h.p. According to common information, the hybrid system enables acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 5.7sec, while average fuel consumption is 7.8l/100km. The BMW ActiveHybrid 5 can run in pure electric mode, but in this situation, autonomy is only 4 km. And the maximum speed can not exceed 35 km/h. The car differs from the standard model with improved aerodynamics and systems rather optimize consumption, including standby ECO PRO. The last maximum speed limit of 160 km/h and acceleration is reduced, but at the expense of fuel consumption dropped significantly.

Late last week BMW decided to introduce us to the latest version of the sedan M3. It is called CRT, which stands for Carbon Racing Technology, as it will be produced only 67 copies, the price will start from 130,000 EUR in Germany. As is clear from its name, M3 CRT boasts a number of carbon components whose administration has reduced the weight of the car with 45 kg to 1580 kg, compared to the standard M3. The composite material made hood, roof, front lip, rear spoiler and seats. Carbon are also in the interior trim, and there are some new aluminum parts. The reduced weight due to a large extent the new titanium exhaust system, as a result of replacing some parts with light has changed the ratio by mass between the axles in favor of the back. BMW M3 CRT is equipped with the familiar 4.4-liter V8 from the M3 GTS, whose power is 444 h.p. and its maximum torque is 440 Nm at 3,750 rpm. The unit is combined with a seven-speed dual-clutch of M-Power, which, according to BMW, is a guarantee that the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 4.4 sec, which is with 0.5 sek Faster than usual M3. The car can reach top speed of 290 km/h.

The compact SUV BMW X1 will be available with two new 2.0-liter engine that will make the model even more attractive to lovers of fuel efficient cars. The first diesel engine is, as it will be equipped modification X1 sDrive20d EfficientDynamics Edition. His power is 163 h.p. and its maximum torque is 380 Nm, which is available between 1750 and 2500 rpm. The engine has been optimized in many ways, it has reached an extremely high level of efficiency. Thanks to him and the improved aerodynamics of this modification, it boasts an average fuel consumption of 4.5l/100km and separation of 119 gr/km CO2 emissions. The other new engine is gasoline, 184 h.p. with power and maximum torque of 270 Nm available in the range 1250-4 500ob/min. It is intended for modifications X1 sDrive20i and X1 xDrive20, it will ensure appropriate acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 7.4 and 7.8 sec and average fuel consumption of 7.1 and 7.7l/100km. Here again we have implemented a number of environmental technologies from BMW Efficient Dynamics, which differ among the system to recover energy from braking, start / stop system, indicator switch gears and electromechanical steering to X1 sDrive20i.

The North American division of BMW has decided to please fans of the brand in the U.S. with a new special version of the M3 Coupe, which will be produced only 20 copies, and its price is quite salty. The car is called M3 Coupe Frozen Black and is available on the amount of $ 79,650 or exactly 21,000 more than the standard BMW M3 Coupe, but as they say no price for clover. The special version of the Bavarian machine boasts a unique exterior color called Individual Frozen Black, from which comes its name. The look is complemented by 19-inch black wheels and are the same color grille, air intakes in the front fenders and exhaust tailpipes.
In addition, BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Black is equipped with sports suspension, reduced clearance of 10mm, and brake mechanisms are painted red to stand out on dark background. The combination of black and red is applied in the interior. Otherwise, the car engine is the standard 4.0-liter V8, but it is combined with double-clutch transmission, development of M-Power. This combination allows the machine to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 4.5 sec and note that the production model that becomes a 4.7 sec.

Especially for the Chinese market BMW introduces another limited edition M3 Coupe, which is called Carbon Edition and was presented at a special event organized for this purpose in China. The car will be produced only 111 copies, the price of each will be equal to 131,303 EUR. It differs from the standard model in the presence of multiple carbon fiber on the bumpers, hood and rear spoiler, hence its name. BMW M3 Carbon Edition is available only in white body, and both sides go black lines. The wheels are hand-sized 19 inches and are painted black and are made from forged aluminum. The interior of the vehicle has received the special two-tone leather interior and it added extra carbon fiber.
The engine of the car we know 4.0-liter V8, whose power is 420 and the gearbox is a seven-speed double clutch. This combination ensures acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 4.6 sec.

Which took place last weekend, Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Lake Como in Italy, the German company BMW attracted the attention of visitors with an impressive concept.
The car was inspired by the legendary Model 328, for which we have noted that the age of 75 years, but it has lots of retro elements, it is equipped with all sorts of modern technology. So-called Hommage concept BMW 328 is equipped with 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which does not mention details, but thanks to its low weight of only 780 kg. The car probably has a phenomenal dynamics.
In the design concept in a very good way retro lines are combined with classical forms, but unfortunately it will remain only a demonstration vehicle and will hardly ever be placed on the conveyor.

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By BMW showed the new generation of the BMW 6-Series in November, but then we saw only a convertible version, and now the Bavarians decided to reveal all the details and interior. The design of the car does not differ in nothing from that of the convertible, except, of course, the existence of roof. The body is having dimensions are 4894 mm length, 1894 mm width and 1369 mm height, which means that it is longer and wider than its predecessor, but less. The wheelbase of the new BMW 6-Series Coupe was also increased by 75 mm. to 2855 mm. and then the all-new suspension providing greater driving comfort and better stability. Additionally the system also offers dynamic control of damping, which includes stabilizing the body in the slope. With the advent on the market, the car will be offered with two BMW TwinPower Turbo engine, they are combined with technologies EfficientDynamics. In standard equipment includes, where appropriate, to include ancillary units, lightweight design and low resistance tires. Furthermore, in the 640i Coupe is a start / stop system and standby ECO PRO, improve energy efficiency. The engine of the BMW 640i Coupe is a 3.0-liter, inline supplying power 320 h.p. and maximum torque of 450 Nm, which is available in the range 1,300-4,500 rev/min. According to company car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 5.4 sec, while its average fuel consumption is 7.7l/100km.
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A serial version of electric BMW ActiveE will debut at the Geneva, the German company is planning to launch around 1000 units, by the end of the year in several European countries, China and seven U.S. cities. Though the premiere of EV based on 1-Series Coupe, left about 2 weeks, the Bavarians decided to disseminate detailed information on it, which makes it clear that he does not differ much from the concept shown in Detroit, the difference is only the bumpers. The electric motor car is again a power 170 h.p. and its maximum torque of 250 Nm. Of course still available in 0ob/min. Energy to do it comes from a set of lithium-ion batteries located in places where there are container and transmission in the standard model. BMW ActiveE accelerates from 0-100 km/h for less than 9.0 sec and the maximum speed that is doing 145 km/h. Its autonomy is 160 km/h as the time required to fully recharge in a specialized plant is about 4 hours, but only 12 minutes in it are sufficient to ensure your passing of 40 km.

The German tuning firm Hamann presented a new package for the BMW 5-Series, which, however, is designed for cars equipped with M-Series package. The Hamann engineers have created a number of aerodynamic components that integrate seamlessly into the front and rear bumper 5-Series, M equipped with original package. The additional front lip adds to the attraction force, which also contributes carbon tailgate spoiler and roof. Moreover, there are new side skirts. In technological terms, changes occurred in the exhaust system was replaced with a new 4-round tip (only available for 550i). The suspension does is modified, leading to reduced clearance by 35mm. On offer for Hamann BMW 5-Series with M package also 21-inch wheels Anniversary Evo, and some elements of the layout of the interior, including steering wheel, aluminum pedals, carbon fiber and decorative mats with the logo of the company.