BMW has today announced two new model grades for its 3 Series Sedan and Touring range.
The ‘Lifestyle’ and ‘Exclusive’ models will see changes in the nomenclature of 3 Series models with 320i, 320d and 323i becoming the 320i Lifestyle, 320d Lifestyle or 323i Lifestyle, while 325i and 330d models will now be known as the [...] - Tags:
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Mercedes-Benz Australia has announced it will reveal a race-ready AMG C63 at next week’s Australian round of the Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne.
The car, which will be used as a ride-day event vehicle for VIPs and AMG customers, was revealed as rumours surface that both BMW and Mercedes-Benz have shown interest in competing in [...] - Tags:
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The Germans are on the move once again with today’s announcement of the new BMW 5 Series Touring. Although no pricing or specifications have been officially released, we do have the first images and information regarding the all new BMW 5 Series Touring.
Last year BMW sold 1.29 million cars worldwide so whenever it releases a [...] - Tags:
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It’s a blow to potential motorsport clients, but the ballistic new M3 GTS won’t be coming here, according to BMW Australia. With an enlarged 4.4-litre V8 making 337kW, running through a seven-speed M-DCT transmission to the rear wheels, the M3 GTS also comes with suspension, aerodynamic and interior tweaks to lighten, stiffen and boost performance.
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BMW chairman, Mr Norbert Reithofe, has told UK magazine Autocar that the German brand will be introducing a small, front-wheel drive model to fit between the BMW 1-Series and MINI lineup.
“We will be extending the BMW and MINI brands into the small car segment with new models and variants,” said Mr Reithofer.
The news confirms last [...] - Tags:
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Here are the most revealing spy photos yet of the new BMW 6 Series cabriolet. For the first time we see the front kidney grill outlines and shape of the new headlights. This prototype also has the real taillights fitted.
It seems the new 6 Series will be available in two versions, a hardtop coupe [...] - Tags:
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With the all-new BMW 5 Series sedan range set to go on sale in June, the German manufacturer has taken this chance to show its future petrol-electric hybrid model, due to go on sale next year, at the Geneva Motor Show.
Sharing the stage with conventionally powered six- and eight-cylinder petrol and diesel models, the new [...] - Tags:
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BMW has debuted the all new 5 Series sedan at the Geneva Motor Show.
Innovation was at the forefront of BMW’s presentation, also unveiling several BMW Efficient Dynamics concepts.
The 5 series launches with a comprehensive set of engines and drivetrains available. The sixth generation of 5 Series is set to woo potential buyers with a choice [...] - Tags:
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The BMW Z4 is more than a car, it’s the ultimate driving experience.
Model Tested:
2010 BMW Z4 sDrive23i; 2.5-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed manual; roadster – $86,200*
Options (As Fitted):
Metallic Paint $1,840; Sports Seats $1,330; Anti-dazzle Interior and Exterior Mirrors $700
Ideal power to weight balance; crisp handling; communicative steering; excellent fuel economy
Slightly awkward entry & egress; [...] - Tags:
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BMW’s X5 is set for a refresh in a few months, and will be launching in Europe in the second quarter of this year, with Australia following in June. Along with a host of mid-life upgrades, BMW has announced its M Sports package which consists of interior, exterior and chassis upgrades to personalise your X5.
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These just in this morning: spy photos of the upcoming BMW 5 Series Touring undergoing final cold weather testing ahead of its official unveiling in Leipzig this April.
While full specification details are yet to be released, it is expected the line up will closely resemble that of the sedan.
Australian availability of the 5 Series Touring [...] - Tags:
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Images of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 concept have been leaked overnight in the lead up to its world premiere at next week’s Geneva Motor Show.
Although little is known about the inner workings of the concept, don’t be surprised if it surfaces again later this year almost unchanged as the production-version 5-Series hybrid saloon.
Late last year [...] - Tags:
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On Track with the BMW 335is
Lisbon, Portugal—The 2011 BMW 335is is an interesting addition to the manufacturer’s justifiably popular 3 Series fleet.
Intended solely for the North American market—at least at this point in time—the new coupé and convertible will slot into the lineup above the 335i and below the M3.
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BMW has confirmed it will manufacturer its first electric vehicles at its Leipzig factory, with the first “Megacity” cars expected to roll off the line by mid-2013.
BMW CEO, Norbert Reithofer, said the quality achieved by the German factory was the main reason behind the decision.
“The BMW Group will build the car of the future in [...] - Tags:
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BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Review
BMW has today released its first-of-a-kind BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo to the Australian motoring media with an enjoyable drive program through the picturesque vineyards of Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.
The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is certain to turn heads, and strikes an imposing yet elegant form creating an interesting and [...] - Tags:
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From March 20, BMW UK will offer a Competition Package for its M3 Coupé. The package comprises a revised EDC (Electronic Damper Control) system that now includes a new Sport setting which, mated to 10mm lower suspension, improves M3’s already impressive handling.
The Competition Package also includes DSC+ (Dynamic Stability Control Plus) that offers less electronic [...] - Tags:
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Increased power, greater efficiency, added features and enhanced luxury have all been promised from the mid-life makeover of the BMW X5 to be launched in Australia in June.
Headlining the mechanical improvements across the X5 range is Brake Energy Regeneration, the new eight-speed automatic transmission from the 760Li, and numerous tweaks falling under the EfficientDynamics banner [...] - Tags:
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Reports from automotive website Edmunds Inside Line suggest that BMW is seriously considering a production version of its Vision EfficientDynamics 2+2 plug-in hybrid concept that was unveiled at last September’s Frankfurt Auto Show.
An executive source from within BMW said production volume of the Vision would most likely be between 5000 and 10,000 units, making it [...] - Tags:
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Volkswagen’s famous “R” performance family is about to follow the lead of fellow German manufacturers and become its own entity, according to company insiders.
To be officially announced at the Geneva Motor Show in March, the marque will create vehicles that are more “from the ground up” than the current performance offerings like the Passat R36 [...] - Tags:
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BMW X1 Launched
Updated: 27/01/10 @ 10.00am with Australian spec. interior photos.
As a prelude to the forthcoming compact SUV’s launch in Australia, the German powerhosue has announced pricing for its new BMW X1. Beginning at $43,500, it aims squarely at Audi’s Q5 and Volvo’s XC60.
Two petrol engines, a four cylinder and six cylinder, and two diesel [...] - Tags:
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