Luxury Cars

After a brief diversion in the direction of the new Opel Astra, again we have the SUV wave, this time we checked the ability of all-new small SUV BMW, received the designation X1, which actually has no direct competition. X1 has a very short history since it hit the market last year. Many critics have expressed doubt about its success, because it is a compact car, but high-end, respectively, as is its price. We remind you, however, had similar sentiments and setting X3, 7 years ago, but ultimately the model proved extremely successful. Competitors Mercedes and Audi took them several years to meet him, playing GLK and Q5, but the Bavarians and are currently leaders in this segment. Do not forget also that BMW has proved to be one of the most innovative companies, able to anticipate the future. Furthermore, Audi said it will launch in Q3 2011. As hard to talk and develop BLK, by Mercedes, which confirms the interest of customers sub-compact SUV models to high-end. The appearance of the smallest representative of X-models of BMW it definitely belongs to this family, although its dimensions are more modest. Compared to the X3, the car is 11.5 cm shorter, 5.5 cm closer and almost 13 cm. lower and the distance between its two axes is only 3.5 cm less. BMW is determined outside the model as a form of joy. It is no coincidence aimed at targeting modern looking car that can deal seamlessly into local, long distance and off-road conditions, while offering first class comfort and look attractive.
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The crazy German tuner Manhart Racing released pictures and information about its version of the BMW M3 Coupe, which has 655 h.p., accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 3.7 sec and developed over 350 km/h. Propelling tuning is available in three stages. The first is adding a small compressor upside pressure to 0.35 bar, thanks to a standard power 420 h.p. increased to 515 h.p. In the stage two pressure reaches 0.50 bar, and the growing power of 585k.s. In the last ASA compressor is added, increasing pressure to 0.67 bar and the exhaust system with larger pipes and two racing catalytic converters. From Manhart Racing does not mention anything about it, but one of the photos seen the inscription on the G-Power engine, which leads us to believe that their colleagues have helped the project. Note that the G-Power also offers package BMW M3 Coupe, increasing power to 600k.s., which uses the same ASA compressor. Experts from Manhart Racing cars are equipped with more 20-inch black wheels BBS, wearing tires Continental, and more powerful braking.

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In July, BMW will launch a special version of the M3, called “Edition Models”, which will be available only within six months and is available in color Alpine White, Black, Dakar Yellow, and Monte Carlo Blue Metallic. The car differs from the standard model by 19-inch wheels, with new 10 millimeters. lower suspension and plating the radiator grille, side mirrors covers and ends of the exhaust system.
The interior of the BMW M3 Edition Models with black leather upholstery, as depending on the color of the body, it will be combined with white, yellow or blue skin on the central console, door and a vertical line through the center of the seats. As to engine M3, it has not been any changes.

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On the automotive show in Detroit in January 2008, BMW have presented his new four seated SUV X6, produced on the base of the X5. All modifications will be equipped with xDrive system to power the four wheel drive 4×4. The interior of the car was completely taken from the model X5. The car is with a completely new V8 4.4 liter engine (xDrive50i), with 400 HP power (5500-6400rpm) and maximum torque of 600 Nm (1800-4500 rpm). Acceleration of 0-100 km / h. occurs 5.4 seconds. The new model has a maximum speed limit of 250 km / h and fuel consumption 12.5 l.- 100 km. The other petrol engine, which offers BMW X6, is the 3 liter xDrive35i, with 300 HP power (5800-6250 rpm) and maximum torque of 400 Nm (1400-5000 rpm).X6 xDrive35i accelerates from 0-100 km / h. for 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed is 240 km / h and fuel consumption - 10.9 l.- 100 km. Customers in Europe are able to choose between two diesel modifications:xDrive35d and xDrive30d.
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