2011 BMW 1 SERIES ENGINE DETAILS

New official photos and technical data related to the newly revealed BMW 1 Series, Its engines and the measures planned to launch, we confirm everything said in yesterday's model adding new details on the range engines. The parent company has issued 78 new high-resolution pictures that will certainly help strengthen or refute the idea that you have already made on the aesthetics of the car.

The 1 Series is the first car in its class to be equipped with an optional 8-speed automatic transmission and is equipped with the Stop & Start system on all engines and all transmissions. It 'also a new "ECO PRO" which suggests how to best use the car to consume less and sets the electronic engine control for this purpose. The parent company claims to have done considerable work on a sector to ensure greater comfort and suspension while maintaining the driving pleasure provided by the rear-wheel drive and the 50:50 distribution of the masses between the two axles. The chassis is made up of a scheme prior to double-jointed, while the rear is the 5-arm solutions. The car is now fitted with electromechanical steering and DTC (electronic stabilization) with electronic differential lock function.

2011 BMW 1 SERIES

High load of electronic technologies for security and entertainment: we speak of the beam assistant (who ine have described a few days ago) Headlights with adaptive lights that direct the beam in the corners when you turn, back-up camera, chimes and collision against over the center line, cruise control with braking function, an indicator of speed limits, internet, complete interface audio systems with external media, real-time information on traffic, radio and web applications for specific Facebook and Twitter.


The engines range at launch will consist of two petrol and three diesel engines, all Euro 5 supercharged by turbo (Twin-scroll for gasoline, for diesel with variable geometry): starting from the 116th with a displacement of 1598 cc, 136 hp already at 4400 rpm and maximum torque of 220 Nm from 1350 to 4300 rpm. With this engine the 1 Series accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 8.5 seconds reaching a top speed of 210 km / h. The average consumption ranges from 5.5 to 5.7 L/100 km, depending on tire choice. CO2 emissions limited to 129/132 g / km. More stringent that the engine of the 118th, compared to the same airspace, provides 170 hp at 4800 rpm and maximum torque of 250 Nm from 1500 to 4500 rpm. The 0-100 km / h is covered in 7.4 seconds while top speed is equal to 225 km / h. Average fuel consumption ranges from 5.8 to 5.9 L/100 km with CO2 emissions equal to 134/137 g / km.

The offer raises the 116d diesel engine with common-rail (1600 bar injection pressure) to 1955 cc, capable of 116 hp at 4000 rpm and 260 Nm from 1750 to 2500: the 0-100 km / h completed in 10.3 seconds, top speed is around 200 km / h and average consumption ranges from 4.3 to 4.5 L/100 km and CO2 emissions equal to 114/117 g / km. Over the 118d performance guarantees, with the same capacity and pressure fuel injection, 143 hp at 4000 rpm and 320 Nm from 1750 to 2500 rpm. With this engine has exceeded the 0-100 in 8.9 seconds while top speed is about 212 km / h. The average consumption ranges from 4.4 to 4.5 L/100 km with emissions 115/118 g / km.

At the top of the range diesel (and more powerful engine at the moment by us) is the 120d with 1955 cc engine capable of delivering well 184 hp at 4000 rpm and 380 Nm of torque between 1750 and 2750 rpm, the pressure is equal to 1800 bar. The 120d devours the 0-100 km / h in 7.2 seconds going to a top speed of 228 km / h. The average consumption is said to 4.5/4.6 L/100 km with CO2 emission of 119/122 g / km.

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2011 BMW M3 VORSTEINER PICTURE

BMW M3 VORSTEINER

The American Vorsteiner present the complete processing dedicated to the BMW M3 . The bodywork was completely revised with a kit called GTRS3 wide body, made ​​of carbon fiber and featuring striking and unusual enlargements of the wheel vents on the bonnet. V8 is dedicated to a Stage II kit sovralmentazione with discharge in Titan, which brings the power from 420 to 629 hp, a figure which has requested a total review of the case: why was adopted a comprehensive set KW, the Brembo brakes GTR and a new set of forged alloy wheels V-309 20-inch Michelin tires 285/25 front and 325/25 rear.

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2011 BMW 328 HOMMAGE SPECIAL MODEL

BMW 328 HOMMAGE

On the occasion of the 75th birthday of the BMW 328, the German manufacturer revealed the special model 328 Hommage. "With the BMW 328 Hommage wish to pay tribute to the passion and spirit of invention of the fathers of the BMW 328," says Karl Baumer, head of BMW Group Classic. "In fact, they have created an icon that represents a milestone in automotive history."

The new 328 version Hommage follows the philosophy of history that makes del'equazione "low weight = high performance" one of his key concepts. E 'for this that if the original was constructed of aluminum and magnesium (the finest materials at the time) and weighed only 780 pounds, the 328 Hommage is made of carbon fiber, stronger, more stable and lightweight. Where the material has been worked on this special car, it is also visible: The CFRP becomes an aesthetic and functional. Under the bonnet lurks a 6-cylinder engine of 3000 cc. But it was not provided further guidance as to its characteristics.

But to honor the past, there are also noble leather, satin or polished and burnished aluminum (also combined with the internal CFRP), all expertly blended in a formula that expresses the essential character of the roadster and sport purist. Just as was the original 328. Even the alloy wheels of the BMW 328 Hommage bipartite reinterpret the distinctive design of the original circle hole.

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NEW BMW 1 SERIES M COUPE PHOTOS

Among the most talked about sports in circulation of BMW 1 Series M Coupe, The latest in home Motorsports certainly the most tantalizing of the moment and one that more closely follows the original values ​​of the brand. Light weight, high power and agility, short wheelbase and rear-wheel drive for a quick response to steering input. So pure driving pleasure. If we put in the account list price more affordable range of M, one easily understands how the 1st M can seriously challenge even the M3: despite the large gap in power between the two cars in fact, the two media seem to guarantee performance velocistiche extremely similar. It is a certain feeling to see the M coupe 1er share earned badge "M" with cars like the X5 and X6 completely different for size and philosophy.

BMW 1 Series M Coupe

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2011 HAMANN BMW 5 SERIES TOURING F11

Hamann has the accessories for the BMW 5 Series Touring F11, continuing the work already done on the F10 sedan. The body kit includes a front spoiler, and for the standard version for the M-Sport with LED daytime running lights full, side skirts, dual rear roof spoiler and rear window and new rear extractor, arranged to put the new sports exhaust 4 outputs.

Inevitable alloy wheels, available in various designs and finishes, that of the official photos mount version Race Edition 21 "with 255/30 front and 295/25 rear tires, silver or black finish. To further improve handling aesthetic impact, there is also a set of springs to lower the set-up of 35 mm. The interior has been customized with new panels in carbon fiber, available in matt titanium gray color and other special colors. Hamann offers a sport steering wheel with airbag, sports pedals and custom mats.

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2011 BMW X5 HYBRID CAR PICTURE

The BMW X5 Hybrid could be launched later this year. Sister of the X6 Active Hybrid only in name, the new Bavarian SUV will offer a hybrid powertrain is completely different from that of the model sportier. Where the X6 is fitted with a 4.4 V8 twin turbo diesel, the X5 will be equipped with a four-cylinder turbo diesel, of course combined with an electric motor. The X5 Active Hybrid therefore, will be the first BMW diesel-hybrid.



Based on the X5 Vision Efficient Dynamics Concept presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2008, the Bavarian sport utility mount the 2.0 twin turbo diesel 204 and 400 Nm flanked by an electric motor that adds 20 hp and 210 Nm According to the house, the prototype reached the 100 from standstill in 8.9 s, consuming 6.5 l/100 km of diesel fuel and emitting 172 g / km of CO2. And the numbers of the standard model should not be very different.

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BMW X3 ENGINE REVIEW 2011

In Europe, the BMW X3 has two diesel variants. Namely xDrive20d and X3 xDrive35i X3. Each model is equipped with 1995 cc diesel engine and 2979 cc diesel. To be able aimlessly X3 xDrive20d power 184 hp at 4,000 rpm with peak torque of 380 Nm at 1750-2750 rpm. Acceleration that can be achieved X3 xDrive20d from rest to 100 km / h can be achieved in 8.5 seconds. Meanwhile, the maximum speed at 210 kpj translucent.


Use of Advanced Diesel engines make a fuel consumption of 5.6 liters X3 xDrive20d to 100 km. While the record of CO2 emissions from cars by 149 g / km and has met the standard Euro 5. For machines equipped X3 xDrive35i TwinPower Turbo Direct Injection technology Valvetronic. This technology can catapult xDrive35i power to 306 hp at 5800 rpm with maximum torque of 400 Nm at 1300 rpm.
In the 3.0-liter engine size, X3 xDrive35i is quite economical fuel. This is evident in the records of fuel consumption by BMW, xDrive35i just need a 8.8 liter at a distance of 100 km, with CO2 emissions of 204 g / km.

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BMW WAGON HURRICANE RS BI-TURBO V10 750 SUPERCAR

Prepared and personalized by G-Power, the unusual and anything sweet van BMW Hurricane RS Touring offers both a supercar performance and comfort and interior space, allowing the model to take the child from comfortably for school or for a family trip, or even raze the trackdays around.


The engine BMW V10 RS Touring Hurricane G-Power received from a Bi-turbocharger system Turbo and offers an absurd power of 750 horses, accompanied by a new G5-RS adjustable suspension and a braking system and scaled composite brake discs and 39.6 cm in diameter and 38 clamps 6 and 4 pistons. Thus, the RS Touring BMW Hurricane by G-Power accelerates from 0-100 km / h in just 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 360 km / h.


Your external visual followed the trend of sports and more ignorant of his performance, with 20 "wheelssidewalks with tires Michelin Pilot Sport 285/30 ZR20. Meanwhile, the interior has also become more sophisticated and comfortable with a new special coating.

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NEW RELEASED FEATURES ON X3 BMW 2011

There are some features that are included on the All-New 2011 BMW X3 released today are very helpful and allows drivers to operate this SUV. Also the more luxurious interior and a more cheerful color display or "alive". For example, the xDrive35i, red-brown leather interior (red brown).BMW says this new change makes room for driver and rear passenger relieved. The back seat - middle that can be folded - can also be used to put the needs of the journey, for example Minivan and so forth. There are some BMW X3 review.

xDdrive35i
Two units are tested first xDrive35i and xDrive20d Business. BMW X3 2011 Version very full and luxurious. The roof is not only equipped with roof rails, as well as glass that can be opened (shifted) so that the passengers and the driver immediately enjoy the fresh air outside the car.
This glass roof can be closed, if the passenger or the driver is not exposed to the scorching sun. To operational by pressing the button located at the front of the ceiling.


To entertainment and communication, xDrive35i is also more complete than xDrive20 Business. In this version, a Bluetooth connection to work effectively when linked with Android smartphone and iPod Touch, including to play songs. While Bluetooth for phone, the speaker voice sounded very clear.
BMW seems to have prepared a place for the phone again gadget and trends in the world, namely the iPod and iPhone. Center console, fit for both the Apple product.


xDrive20d
Special diesel version, Xdrive20d, specialized version of the Business, the connection only Bluetooth connection facility of communication. This version is not equipped with roof rails and glass roof . But for the xDrive Executive, completeness and feature the same with xDdrive35i. For entertainment, BMW only put 6 speakers. As for the Executive variants, such as Xdrive35i, using 12 speakers.


Start-Stop

X3 BMW 2011 New features and very functional to improve the efficiency of fuel consumption is "the Start-Stop" which works automatically. When the speed above 10 km / h and then the car stopped, in a few seconds the engine will die automatics. The instrument panel indicators are shown, dead engine condition.

For the machine back to life, simply by pressing the gas pedal. This is the first automatic transmission in combination with the Start-Stop system. Even so the system can also be nonactive by pressing the button on the side.

Do not worry about the battery runs out or the AC was not functioning when the engine died. So, the temperature increases and energy reserves of the battery down, automatic machines turned on again. In addition, speed is always below 10 km / h, the system does not work (very helpful on a very bad traffic, such as Jakarta).

Explained well, actually X3 already uses a system of mild hybrid . When the brake is operated, the energy is converted into electricity stored in batteries.

Options

Using a 6-cylinder gasoline engine capable of producing power and torque 306 rpm PS@5.800 Nm@1.200 400 - 5000 rpm. Using direct injection technology with Valvetronic valve.

This version is perfect for those who like speeding because of the steady pull of the machine! While xDrive20d, the choice for those considering an economical operating costs (for companies).

Features that really helps is the electric parking brake (activated and released by pressing the button) "Auto Hold" to prevent the car moving when stopped (including flights).

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2010 BWM CONCEPT 5 SERIES ACTIVE HYBRID

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 5

BMW hybrid engine from Shanghai Motor Show next month when BMW launched the New Energy 2011 5 Series cars. According to BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer, the car - on the basis of the long wheelbase 5 Series - designed specifically for the Chinese market.

There was not much to be learned from BMW's new vehicle of energy, except that it probably will not reach North American shores. However, it may lend some of its ActiveHybrid technology 5, BMW showed a concept last year. So far, we still await the production version of the hybrid car that uses a more traditional electric fuel created

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 ENGINE SPECS

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 INTERIOR

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 SEAT

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 HD WALLPAPERS

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BMW - 6 SERIES KUPE IN SHANGHAI

BMW - 6 SERIES KUPE

If the Detroit Motor Show (January) BMW-6 Series models featuring a convertible, especially on carpet Shanghai Auto Show that took place this April, the Bavarian company that brings the Series-6 Kupe as his debut appearance.Interior lucky bamboo curtain with a decision BMW two-door sedan displaying at the exhibition. Because, the vehicle was the work of BMW design boss Adrian van Hooydonk who replaced Chris Bangle in 2009.
Although in terms of look no significant change from its predecessor, but the car is positioned as a premium GT.Kupe 2 +2 has dimensions of 75 mm or longer than its predecessor 4.894mm. Likewise, more stretchy 1.894mm width 39 mm and 5 mm lower (height 1369 mm). Then, the distance is 2855 mm wheel axis is also the 75 mm long, thus increasing the rear passenger space.


Who's interior design is still the same as model soft-top with more oriented to the driver's cockpit, plus given enough screen width of the center console.At the time of launch, Kupe-6 Series is offered in two engine options, each with a capacity of 3.0 liter turbocharged variant for the 640i and 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 for the 650i variant. Both vehicles are equipped with rear wheel motion automatic transmission 8-speed sport, but if you want to perform manually pull the lever enough to stay behind the wheel (pedal shifts) as a model F1. And for the American market, 650i models also have a 6-speed manual gearbox.


About its performance, maximum power spraying 640i 320HP at 5800 rpm and 450Nm of torque between 1300-4500 rpm with acceleration 0-100 km per hour attained 5.4 seconds. Only, speed enthusiasts can not speed car over 250 km per hour because of the already given speed limiter. For the fuel consumption of the test results in Europe 7.7 liters per 100 km, while CO2 emissions of 179g/km.For the 650i, there are two spec Europe and America.

For Europe has a maximum power of 407HP with engine speed between 5500-6400 rpm and 600Nm of torque between 1700-4500 rpm. Acceleration 0-100 km per hour taken 4.9 seconds, maximum speed is made equal to 640i.Medium-powered American made 400 HP with the same engine speed as the European spec. Likewise, torque, acceleration 0-100 km per hour but faster 0.1 seconds. For transmission, there are two options, namely 6-speed manual and automatic 8-speed.

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2012 BMW i8 PROTOTYPE REVIEW DETAIL

BMW i8 PROTOTYPE

BMW i8 during winter testing has managed to make their way to the net courtesy of YouTube. The clips appeared after our spy photographers have managed to lay eyes on green supercar romp in the snow. The clips give us a good idea of ​​what it will consider moving i8. We're still not quite fond of roof and side mirrors i8 see driving on ice and snow did nothing to influence our opinion. We can not help thinking that the pieces look like ears of the hippopotamus.

It is impossible to say whether the mule seen running through the snow is equipped with small displacement diesel engine of the concept, or if this machine has a gasoline engine turbocharged four-cylinder is rumored to debuting the production version. Anyway, the clips are worth a look. Hit the jump to see the next flagship of BMW in the action itself.

BMW i8 PROTOTYPE SYSTEM STRUCTURE

BMW i8 PROTOTYPE INTERIOR DESIGN

BMW i8 PROTOTYPE

BMW i8 PROTOTYPE HD WALLPAPERS

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2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D REVIEW

2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D

AC Schnitzer has had experience for the Z4 and the BMW EfficientDynamics system, the 320d work in a plant to go under the hood of the Z4. The 2011 AC Schnitzer 99D gets a boost of 70 hp to 190, 60 shots in 6.9 seconds, slightly off of 99 g of C02 per kilometer and a handsome return 63 mpg in the European cycle. This, according to Schnitzer, is better than any BMW on the market. Unfortunately, the 99D is only a concept and not available to the public in the near future.

For family heads of mind on the show, started by AC Schnitzer BMW 550i 2011, bumping the car from 407 to 540 horsepower. According to Schnitzer, the result is 4.5 second 0-60 sprint and an end no less than 198 mph top. The engine exhales through a new round of quiet tuner own capped with chrome surrounds. The resulting expression of Directors was called ACS5 Sport S.

Transporting all that energy to a stop is a new set of pistons in the caliper to eight sports. Outside, Schnitzer has everything to make sure the car is stable at speed found. The long list of exterior mods include a front spoiler, the tubes of carbon brakes, new engine compartment vents and, of course, the choice of 20 or 21 inch AC Schnitzer custom wheels.

2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D HD WALLPAPERS

2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D INTERIOR DETAIL

2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D

2011 BMW Z4 AC SCHNITZER 99D SPECS

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BMW I8 STAR IN NEW MOVIE "MISSION IMPOSSIBLE"

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics and now uses the official name I8 reportedly will be a car in the movie blockbuster Mission Impossible : The Ghost Protocol . Reported by sun.co.uk . He further, supercar this hybrid - other versions are also on display at Geneva - now already in the shooting locations in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where the film crew gathered. Cars with futuristic figure will perform with other BMW models in the same movie, the latest-6 Series.
BMW I8 is a hybrid car with a combination of 3-cylinder diesel engine, turbocharger, plus an electric motor which is claimed to produce 328 PS power. Another greatness of this car is capable of doing sprint 0-100 km / h in 5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 248 km / h (in Germany, the highest speed the car is limited to 240 km / h). No less interesting, with an increasingly expensive oil prices, fuel consumption supercar is 26.57 km per liter!
BMW I8 go on sale in 2013. Although the sale price has not been announced, media predict this car will be sold at 160,000 U.S. dollars, or USD 1.5 billion in the United States . Later, in the new film Mission Impossible , I8 will speed up by Chief John Anderton, who has also been used BMW in the 2002 science fiction film, Minority Report . By coincidence, John Anderton and heroes Mission Impossible before, Ethan Hunt, played by the same person, namely Tom Cruise. For BMW, this is an interesting promotion for the latest products that are marketed in 2013.

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BMW CONCEPT CAR ATTRACTED AT THE GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

BMW concept car that attracted attention at the Geneva Motor Show this time is the Vision Connected Drive. Appearances figure car "stimulating" for a different and unique design plus the dominance of metallic color throughout its body. Only the rear, combined with light orange cap. While the interior, driver and passenger seats are designed with unique.

The cockpit has two screens, each for driver and passenger. Before appearing in this exhibition, BMW already stated, Vision Conneted Drive as a super car future and become part of the world's Internet networks. Hence, this concept car is considered as a reflection of the cars of today and the future. These factors that cause BMW is called Vision Connected Drive. Cockpit using the monitor screen that can produce images with 3D effects and display icons, such as tablets or operate a computer smartphone. Remarkably, this instrument can be programmed.
The resulting information can also be projected onto the bottom of the glass in front of the driver and generate impressions known information Head-Up Display (HUD). The screen passengers can be utilized as a smart navigator. Passengers, who also served as co-pilot, can evaluate the information and get details of the navigation system receives a "Oline". Once filtered to the '"forward" alias forwarded to the instrument driver if necessary. Their ability called BMW with the interaction between driver and passenger.

While passengers with social networking and the environment. Even provided "Emotional Browser" which presents many choices information suit the tastes of passengers and the driver.

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