012 BMW 3 Series Spied In California

The upcoming 2012 BMW 3 Series was once again spied. This time, a heavily camouflaged test mule was spotted in California. Production of the current BMW 3 Series Sedan ends in October 2011, while the 335d runs out in August of this year.
The E90 platform makes room for the new F30 modular platform and the refreshed design. The new 3er returns to the “slimmer look”, dynamic lines with squat proportions and short rear overhangs.
The typical proportions of a 3 Series remain, but the exterior design is more toned and muscular, bringing some the aggressiveness and design lines seen in the recent models, including the F10 5 Series. An expected move seen across the new BMW design language.

BMW is getting back to basics with clean uncluttered shapes, plus lower and wider kidney grille openings. The sedan model has a longer wheelbase, at least 1.5″ longer than the current generation. The F30 will sport a “pushing nose”, somewhat similar to the E89 Z4 front-end.
Inside, the F30 3 Series will inherit design cues from the more luxurious 5 Series, with an emphasize on premium materials and upholstery.
The 2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan makes its official debut this November.

Report: BMW to bring 4 new models at Frankfurt Auto Show – BMW i3 Debut

German magazine Auto Motor Und Sport reports that BMW will take on the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show with four new models. On their home turf, the Munich-based automaker will introduce to the public the 2012 BMW M5 which is set for a media debut on June 21st.
The new 2012 BMW 1 Series Hatchback, scheduled for launch in two weeks, will also make its public debut at the German car show. Launched first in three and five-door variants, the F20 1 Series delivers a bolder exterior design, a revamped cabin and new engine offerings.
To sustain their lightweight philosophy, BMW will introduce the M3 EVO, the E90 sedan that makes extensive use of carbon fiber and other lightweight materials. The E90 M3 EVO will be unveiled on June 23rd at the M Festival. The power output will be between the “regular” M3 and the M3 GTS, so somewhere between 420 and 450 horsepower.

The star of the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show will be the BMW i3 Concept, a preview of BMW’s first mass-production electric vehicle that comes to market in 2013. A fleet of i3 models will be joining the BMW official cars at the 2012 London Olympics.
The 2013 BMW i3 is slated to feature a 150 PS (110 kW / 148 bhp) electric motor that enables the car to hit a top speed of 160 km/h (100 mph) and travel approximately 257 km (160 miles) on a single charge.
Update: The BMW 5 Series Active Hybrid will be introduced as well.

2011 BMW M3 GTRS3 Candy Cane by Vorsteiner

California-based tuner Vorsteiner has just unveiled a new update to their BMW M3 GTRS3. Built on top of the BMW M3 Coupe, the GTRS3 M3 was the first of its kind in the Vorsteiner lineup when released in 20100. The GTRS3 Aero Package consists of complete splitter, extended front fenders, extended side skirts, rear quarter panel fender arch extensions, and a wide-stance rear bumper with integrated carbon diffuser. The new upgrade is dubbed “Candy Cane” because of its pure Alpine White exterior combined with striking red body parts, including red side mirrors, wheels, bonnet and…the BMW Roundel.
The lightweight titanium exhaust system and the new set of red V-309 Forged 5 Spoke wheels size 20″ combined with Michelin PS2 Sport Tires 285/25/20 325/25/20 complete the look.

To increase power output, Vorsteiner has created two different stages, but specifics have yet to be revealed. What we do know is that Stage II is ready to pump out up to 620 horsepower.
Here is a list of the M3 GTRS3 “Candy Cane” upgrades:
2011 BMW M3 Coupe

• Vorsteiner GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Wide body Conversion
• Vorsteiner Vented Carbon Fiber Race Hood
• Vorsteiner VRS Carbon Fiber Boot Lid
• Vorsteiner Lightweight Titanium Exhaust System
• Vorsteiner V-309 Forged 5 Spoke Concave Centers 20×10.5J | 20x12J Wheels
• Vorsteiner Red Piping Logo Embroidered Floor Mats
• Michelin PS2 Sport Tires 285/25/20 325/25/20
• Brembo GTR Big Brake Kit System Front and Rear
• KW V3 EDC Coil over Suspension System
• AA E9X M3 Supercharger 620hp Stage II

LCD gauges coming for refreshed BMW 5 and 7 Series models

Autoblog reports on a new technology that will be fitted in the facelifted 5 and 7 Series models. BMW is getting ready to offer a fully configurable LCD gauge cluster, similar to what Mercedes introduced in the S-Class or Jaguar in their XJ flagship.
According to the publication, the development takes place as a mixed effort between the BMW Technology Office in Palo Alto, CA and the Munich development team. The new gauge cluster will display the standard dials for speed, revs, fuel and temp, but can be configured to show additional navigation, telematics and infotainment data depending on the driving mode.
Essentially, more driver-centric information will be displayed as needed or configured, another step towards the ConnectedDrive technology featured in the recently unveiled Vision Concept.

A BMW engineer said for Autoblog that BMW doesn’t want to rely on digital representations of analog gauges, but rather use a black canvas that can display information in a variety of ways. The customization process will be kept to a minimum though, a move that will allow the company to focus on usability.
The BMW 7 Series is due for a refresh in 2013, followed a year later by the F10 5 Series.

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BMW X5 XDrive35d - 2010 Trial

By Pramod Dadhich

The long awaited diesel engines are now available in America. Europe had more of diesel engine cars and the refined and clear diesel is to be found here as well.
The X5 35d is one such car which can handle the sudden acceleration predicament. The diesel engine can race up to 5000 rpm when the gear is shifted to neutral and before striking the rev limiter.
The engine is quieter than most users expects from a diesel car. Power delivery is also fairly good since the torque comes on hard and rapidly. Drivers generally do not have much complain against the starting of the car and the acceleration but the diesel engines are very low on horsepower than the gasoline engines.
The BMW X5 xDrive35d is very comfortable and importantly more efficient than the Audi Q7 TDI and the Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec. It is also less expensive. The X5 35d is more fuel efficient and provides a rate of about 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
The car gives a good acceleration at 5000 rpm. The in-gear acceleration is moderated by the on-tap power remarkably. The BMW is more powerful than other cars because it is capable of giving smooth and quick response only by adding a little extra fuel. The driving experience comes out to be rather good one since the car does not make the journey very soft. The ride appears to be gentle while the transmission is pretty transparent. Though the steering appears to be quite heavy at low speed, yet it is excellent in its own way. The sun roof actually makes this car more appealing especially in Michigan. It is very difficult to get a good sunny day in the freezing city and when the drivers get it they do not want to miss the same while driving.
The interior of the X5 is designed according to the expectation of the buyers of BMW. Though it can be said that the interiors have almost become dated, since they are coming down the last few years, the appearance is impressive. The visibility is good and the driver can feel that the car is not bulky or heavy while controlling it.
The car's diesel engine is a little louder but the turbo is amazing and blends the car perfectly in the traffic and can actually pose the danger of over speeding. The driver must be careful because the car smoothly glides to a great speed with little push of the accelerator.

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BMW X5 Review

BMW X5 Review 

 BMW X5 Review 

2008 BMW X5

By Marcus Lim

For the ultimate in sports utility vehicles, test drive the 2008 BMW X5 today. The BMW X5 comes in two different models. There is the X5 3.0si that offers the following in luxury that you would expect in a BMW - the ultimate in luxury automobiles.The powerful three liter, six cylinder engine gives you great performance and speed. The opportunity for quick pick up and the ability to maneuver both city streets and all terrain let you know that this is a sports utility vehicle. The interior design as well as the state of the art accessories as well as the sleek body design let you know that you are driving a BMW, one of the most luxurious automobiles in the world.

You can choose from a variety of leather interiors as well as a large assortment of exterior colors that are tasteful and scream luxury. If you want to choose all of your accessories, you can build your own 2008 BMW X5 to make sure that you get everything just the way that you want it.

BMW is known for service and offers some of the best service terms in the automotive business including around the clock protection when traveling with their custom roadside assistance. Warranties include up to four years or 50,000 miles on a new BMW.

Some of the additional features that you can add to your 2008 BMW X5 3.0si include the following:

1. iPod adapter

2. SIRUS satellite radio

3. Aluminum running boards

4. Surfboard or snowboard carrier

5. Luggage Racks

6. Ski Holder

7. Base Support System

8. Heated front or rear seats

9. Third row seat

10. Navigation systems

11. Running boards

12. Lumbar support

Building your own BMW X5 3.0si begins at around $45,000. You can have the vehicle customized to your specifications in this manner and make sure that you get only the options that you need.

For a little bit more money and a lot more power, you can choose the 2008 BMW X5 4.8i. This sports utility vehicle offers a 4.8 liter, V8 engine for even more power and speed and comes with standard features such as six speed automatic transmission, all wheel drive system, power steering, anti lock breaks and lightweight rear suspension.

You can add the same features to the X5 4.8i that you can add to the 3.0si. The 2008 BMW X5 4.8i, begins at about $54,000. The engine on this vehicle is more powerful than the 3.0. Warranty and roadside assistance are all included in all BMW packages.

If you ever envisioned building your own vehicle, there is no better way than to work with the BMW. By building your own vehicle, you can choose exactly what type of features that you want in the automobile.

You can also find a floor model of the 2008 BMW X5 in both the 3.0 and 4.8 models at your BMW dealer. This is the best way to decide which vehicle is for you . Even if you do not want to buy the floor model, you can order the vehicle to be built to your specifications.

BMW also has many different leasing plans if you decide to lease a BMW X5 at your local dealer. While you cannot build your own vehicle to lease, it costs much less to lease a vehicle than to purchase one and for some people who want the comfort of a BMW without having to pay the full price.

One of the best aspects about choosing a BMW is the myriad of different colors that are available. Whether you want a metallic painted exterior such as titanium silver, platinum bronze or space gray, the colors are classic and timeless. There are also the basic non metallic colors of black and white. Exterior colors of the BMW are available at no extra charge.

If you are looking for the ultimate in a sports utility vehicle, whether you want to use it as a family SUV or a sports vehicle, take a look at the BMW X5. There has never been a better time to purchase a luxury automobile or SUV such as a BMW.

When purchasing the 2008 BMW X5 remember that you are getting a quality vehicle with state of the art accessories and luxuries as well as the best maintenance and service in the automotive business. If you are in the market for the ultimate SUV, test drive the 2008 BMW X5 today.

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