Posts Tagged ‘BMW’
Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Motor Show in New York in April, will debut renewed BMW X5, which has undergone minor cosmetic changes, but the contrast has received new and upgraded units, all with a turbocharger. Front bumper of the car has acquired a new look, thanks to larger air vents and other positioning halogen lamps. The rear bumper was also modified as impressive are embedded in it ends trapezoidal exhaust system. The interior of the BMW X5 has suffered no change, but offered few new colors of leather upholstery and decorative elements mat Satin Silver. For the appearance of the car you already are available and colors Deep Sea Blue, Platinum Grey and Sparkling Bronze. Renewed BMW X5 will be offered in Europe with four engines. Most powerful xDrive50i modification we rely on the familiar 7-Series, 5-Series GT and X6 gasoline 4.4-liter V8 biturbo unit. He has a power 407 h.p. and maximal torque reaches 600 Nm. As is available in the Band 1 750-4 500 rev/min. It X5 accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 5.5 sec. Another modification is gasoline xDrive35i, where a six-cylinder petrol engine. He is working 2 979 cubic cm volume and is equipped with technology TwinPower Turbo, High Precision Injection and VALVETRONIC, as its output is 306 h.p. and 400 Nm of torque. More is available at 1 200 rev/min. With this unit car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 6.8 sec.
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Tags: 5-Series GT, 7-Series, BMW, BMW X5, GT, Turbo, V8 biturbo engine, x5
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Monday, February 1st, 2010
The German company BMW has revealed details of refresh all 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio, along with a multitude spread their photos. The cars received minor cosmetic changes and updated engines. The most significant visual difference is at the front of the model. Kidney-shaped grille and headlights are slightly different, and direction indicators in the past are now LEDs. The front bumper was also modified, as it has received two additional feathers, colored in silver. Updated 3-Series Coupe and the Cabrio can boast more new mirrors, side skirts and rear bumper and rear lights with that also as the front turn signals are LED. Change in the interior has undergone only convertible, leather upholstery which is already using technology to repel the sun. From BMW say that thanks to its dark colors temperature was maintained for up to 20 degrees lower when exposed to sunlight. Peak modification 335i is equipped with new engines N55, where they were first combined technologies TwinPower Turbo and High Precision Injection, replacing the current N54. The unit is six-cylinder, turbine, with a working volume of 2 979kub.sm., Power 306 h.p. at 5 800 rev/min and a maximum torque of 400 Nm, which is still available in 1 200 rev/min.
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Tags: BMW, BMW 3-Series, cabrio, Coupe
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Monday, December 28th, 2009
Although in August G-POWER has released its version of the BMW X5 M, which has a capacity of 625 h.p., last week presented the German tuners and “mild” Developing the popular SUV, and one of the X6 M. Both cars have received a complete aerodynamic package TYPHOON, which are in the style of the X5 TYPHOON RS. They include new bumpers, side skirts, front flaps, spoilers and diffuser. Aggressive appearance the tuned X5 M and X6 M is complemented by the huge wheels, whose size can be 22 or 23 inches. German tuners have made improvements to the suspension of the machines they already have 30 millimeters. lower and stay much more stable on the road. As to the engine used by the X5 M and X6 M, its power was increased from 555 h.p. to 600 h.p. standard, and its maximum torque of 680 has increased to 700 Nm. Available in more than 2 000 rev/min.
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Tags: BMW, BMW X5 M, BMW X6 M, car tuning, G-POWER, luxury cars, luxury tuning, tuning, Typhoon, X5 M, X6 M
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
From 16th to 20th December in Dubai will be held tenth exhibition Dubai International Motor Show, it became clear that one of the prime ministers, which will take place there will be a new concept of the BMW M1. The first was presented formally in April 2008 of Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, but then by the Bavarian company saving any details about it, including whether it intends to enter into mass production. We remind that the BMW M1 is legendary among cars in this industry. It was developed in collaboration with world famous designer Giorgio Giugiaro and Lamborghini. BMW M1 appeared on the market in 1978. Using a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine, whose power is 273 h.p. The car is able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for only 5.6 sec and develop to incredible 262 kilometers per hour. The Bavarians have developed and its turbocharged version of the events, which reached the incredible power of its time 850 h.p.
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Tags: BMW, BMW M1, Concorso d'Eleganza, Dubai, Giorgio Giugiaro, M1
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Thursday, December 17th, 2009
A few months ago from BMW officially announced that it will not run M-version of the Z4, but the exhibition in Detroit Bavarians have prepared the most powerful modification of the model – sDrive35is. The car is an improved version of Z4 sDrive35i, which is characterized by M-Sport package and optimized engine whose power is increased from 306 to 340 h.p. at 5 900 rev/min. but its maximum torque of 450 Nm already reached in Band 1 400-4 500 rev/min. BMW Z4 sDrive35is has the ability to increase its maximum torque of 50 Nm. By a special function, as is possible, however briefly, if necessary for rapid acceleration. The gearbox of the car was 7-stage dual clutch transmitting drive to the rear wheels. The most powerful version of the Z4 accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 4.8 sec and the maximum speed limit is 250 kilometers per hour. Although the acceleration from 0-100 km/h is lower with 0.4 sec than that in the modification sDrive35i, Bavarians boast that the fuel consumption and CO2 exhaust emissions are unchanged accordingly 9l/100km. and 210gr/km. As already mentioned, Z4 sDrive35is received M-Sport package that includes new bodikit, sporty interior and electronically adjustable suspension, which can take off the car up to 10 millimeters to the road.
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Tags: BMW, BMW Z4, CO2 exhaust emissions, sDrive35i, Z4, Z4 sDrive35i
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Saturday, December 5th, 2009
BMW Group shows for the first time new business Saloon 5-Series. The sixth generation of the successful model with over 5.5 million sales worldwide, impresses with its modern aesthetic design and typical BMW dynamics and driving pleasure. With unmatched performance and innovative features for safety and comfort the new BMW 5-Series have even higher standards in the upper segment of the middle class. Perfectly balanced proportions underline the refined aesthetics and dynamic vision of the new Saloon BMW 5-Series. In typical style of the brand, it features a long hood and relief, short overhangs and coupe-like roofline, and the longest wheelbase in its segment. Charismatic expression of the faces of the kidney-shaped grille and radiator, which looks certain points slightly bent forward, the refined elegance of the posterior muscular and sports complement each other in the typical BMW design remarkable style and appearance of the car. The interior features modern and high quality materials ensure a noble and harmonious atmosphere. Clearly structured driver-oriented cockpit with technology, Black Panel, iDrive control system and intuitive handling of various functions and equipment, increase in driving pleasure. Standard equipment included in the multifunction steering wheel, two much functional levers of the steering column and the separation of governance and the comfort features further reinforce the feeling of superiority when driving. Options for demanding clients is optimized Head-Up Display, which offers more information, higher resolution and image size. The behavior of the new Saloon BMW 5-Series on the road was marked by even greater dynamics and outstanding comfort. Its agility is oriented on standard set of 3-Series, a feeling of comfort and luxury can be compared with that of the flagship 7-Series.
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Tags: 5-Series, Black Panel, BMW, BMW 5-Series, BMW dynamics, iDrive, iDrive control system, luxury car, new car, new generation
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Monday, November 16th, 2009
The easiest way to get more power from your engine has to update its software. It is this option offered the British company Superchips, for all versions of the BMW 320d. By Superchips ensure that if you install a 2.0-liter diesel engine to its ECU, its output will increase by 175 per 220 h.p. standard and maximum torque of 103 Nm will grow to 444 Nm. Moreover, the British claim that their chip does not increase fuel consumption, and even in some versions of BMW 320d it belongs, thanks to the fact that the maximum torque available at lower revs. Superchips tuning of the engine for BMW 320d is available in the UK against the sum of 435 GBP. According to the company, its installation takes only a few minutes, and if one has a little more knowledge can do the operation himself, but given that it has a device called Bluefin.
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Tags: 320d, BMW, BMW 320, BMW 320d, chip tuning, diesel engine, Superchips, tuning
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2009
The “M” division of the German company BMW has revealed the first pictures and official information about the most powerful M3, which the Bavarians have ever produced. The car will be placed on the German market in spring, the price will be 115 000. BMW M3 GTS has everything necessary for a competitive car, but at the same time complying with traffic and road standard and is licensed for use on them. The car relies on a standard V8 engine of the BMW M3, but its business volume has increased from 4.0 of 4.4 liters, which led up to a capacity of around 450 h.p. The unit is combined with a slightly modified version of 7-stage dual-clutch transmission with a BMW. M3 GTS boasts extremely low weight of 1 490 kg, Which is 190 kg goals. lower than the standard BMW M3. It is achieved through the use of lightweight components, including carbon fiber roof and seating as the rear seats are removed. As with any specific model of BMW M3 GTS and no shortage of innovative solutions.
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Tags: BMW, BMW GTS, BMW M3, BMW M3 GTS, GTS, luxury sports car, M3, M3 GTS, sport car, sports car
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Monday, November 9th, 2009
So far, the German tuner is processed mainly aerodynamics, while the engine still running. Basis for creation of the last masters of the AC Shnitzer serve BMW M3 Cabrio. Visual immediately knew that the car is not a normal M3-ka, adding a chrome grille and large primary Ki-20-wheels. Rear exhaust tips are also others, and carbon fiber diffuser, and inscriptions on the lid of the trunk issue true identity of the vehicle. In addition to aerodynamic and technical innovations are, though they do not affect the engine. At this stage he is the standard V8, 420 “horse”, but is currently working on it. New braking system is a set of suspension is recognized as in Manfred Volgarten.
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Tags: aerodynamics, BMW, BMW Cabrio, BMW M3, cabrio, M3, M3 Cabrio, Shnitzer
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009
The Germany’s giant tuning Hamann showed modified version of the BMW M3 Coupe E92. Racial athlete has been more aggressive appearance, more sporty interior and two levels of engine tuning. Germany’s giant tuning Hamann showed modified version of the BMW M3 Coupe E92. Racial athlete has been more aggressive appearance, more sporty interior and two levels of engine tuning. The first level is the reprogramming of the computer controlling the engine power, which increases by 20 hp and 25 Nm. Also removes the electronic speed limit, which is to 259 km/h. In the second level, named Sportkit HM / M, power was increased by 35 hp and 48 Nm thanks to a reprogrammed computer and a special exhaust system. The maximum speed was increased to 320 km/h. Aerodynamic Hamann optical package price starts at € 2400 and increases the dynamics of BMW M3. Designed to minimize lift at high speeds, the kit includes front spoiler, side skirts and rear diffuser.
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Tags: BMW, BMW M3, BMW M3 Coupe, car tuning, Coupe, Hamann, luxury car, M3 Coupe, sport cars, sportage, sports car, tuning
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