As we predicted last week, BMW will be updating the 2.0L diesel engine to produce more power and burn less fuel. Today Autocar confirms this with a few new details of their own. According to the British magazine, in 125d guide, the new engine will produce 218bhp (up 13) and likely a mountain of torque. 0-60 should be in the low 6s with a top speed of around 150 mph.
So why are we so excited about this? Because this could be the engine that form the basis of BMW’s next diesel strategy in the US. It’s still technically a rumor at this point but it’s getting juicier by the minute and this could give us a hint of what’s to come. continued →
The next generation X5 has begun its early rounds of testing. It is hard to distinguish much of the details thanks to BMW’s famous ability to pop rivet on cladding and cover with swirled wrap but one thing that is obvious is that roofline has become more sporty. This new version of the X5 will go on sale in 2013 as a 2014 model year. It will grow slightly in wheel base and length to help BMW hit new emissions targets and to assist in accommodating a slightly more comfortable (still only for children and those that are less than 5 feet tall) third row. continued →
Official Release: Title-holder BMW enters into the new season of the American Le Mans Series with a team of experienced drivers. Dirk Müller (DE) and Joey Hand (US) will represent BMW Team RLL as reigning GT champions. As in the past three seasons, Bill Auberlen (US) will also start in a BMW M3 GT. New to the team are 2001 ALMS GT champion Jörg Müller (DE) and Uwe Alzen (DE). The sixth driver will be announced at a later date. continued →
The return of the “Ultimate Driving Machine” campaign got us to thinking about some of BMW’s past tv spots. Some of those we recall are more recent than others, like our favorite above- the 2008 ad showing off the inner workings of the ///M3 race bred V8 engine. All of them bring back strong memories and are examples of what BMW ads should be and what they are getting back to.
Do you remember the original E39 M5 spot, the one with the camera attached to it as it films a world record jet powered car attempt or how about the X3 ad mocking all other SUVs? Those and a handful of others can be found after the jump. The 1M and 318is ads shouldn’t be missed. If you have a favorite ad just let us know in the comments and we’ll try to include it in the post.
The Z4 Roadster is now available with a revised folding hard-top for greater ownership enjoyment. Engineers in Munich have enhanced the elegant two-piece folding roof with a reinforced hydraulic system so that it can now be raised or lowered at speeds of up to 25mph. Previously the roof could not be lowered while on the move. continued →
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After a long day of interviews at the North American International Auto Show Todd and Matt caught up with BMWNA’s M Boss Matthew Russell with an impromptu interview that covered a range of topics. First up we talk 3 Series and the fact that the NAIAS this year is all about 3er. But then we quickly move onto the M5 and why Mr. Russell loves the X5M but thinks the M5 is hands-down the best car in the world. continued →
To go along with the online configurator for the new F30 3 Series is a highly sought after companion piece. BMWNA is graciously providing a copy of the Owner’s Manual (although buried in the website) for those thinking about purchasing or that have already ordered to study. We always recommend reading the manual- it makes delivery go quicker which means break in time ends sooner…. and the less the salesperson has to do all the better.
You can find your own way or click the link to directly download the PDF from BMWUSA.com, the Efficient Dynamics way.
Get your clicking fingers ready. BMWNA has launched it’s 3 Series configurator tool on it’s site this afternoon. It’s also our first easy way to get a look at how to best option the various “lines” that BMW is using to market the car.
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