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The new BMW 5 Series
27.05.2020: A heightened sense of outward authority, an interior brimming with detail refinements, the efficiency-enhancing influence of electrification and cutting-edge innovations in the areas of driver assistance, control/operation and connectivity help the new BM
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A heightened sense of outward authority, an interior brimming with detail refinements, the efficiency-enhancing influence of electrification and cutting-edge innovations in the areas of driver assistance, control/operation and connectivity help the new BMW 5 Series to cement its leading position at the premium end of the executive class.
Premiere for the new BMW 5 Series: extensively updated exterior design with heightened presence and sporting allure, further enhanced premium feel for the interior, increased efficiency and dynamism through drive system electrification, cutting-edge innovations in the areas of driver assistance, control/operation and connectivity.
New chapter in the successful history of the BMW 5 Series (first introduced in 1972); worldwide sales of the current model generation have topped 600,000 units. Market launch of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and new BMW 5 Series Touring from July 2020.
New, eye-catching design accents, clearly structured surfaces at the front and rear, newly designed BMW kidney grille now wider and taller, new LED headlights with slimmer contours, Adaptive LED Headlights with matrix technology added to the options list, BMW Laserlight now available as an option for all model variants, new three-dimensional sculpted rear lights, all model variants now with trapezoidal exhaust tailpipe finishers.
New exterior colours and additional BMW Individual paint finishes, M Sport package with new and muscular design features, additional model-specific accents for the flagship BMW M550i xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption, combined: 10.0 – 9.7 l/100 km [28.3 – 29.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions, combined: 229 – 221 g/km) with 390 kW/530 hp V8 engine. Optional M Sport brakes now with brake callipers painted in either blue or red.
New light-alloy wheels in 18- to 20-inch formats, 20-inch BMW Individual Air Performance Wheels available as an option for the first time, innovative design minimises the wheels’ weight and air resistance.
Interior design with detail refinements, optional 12.3-inch Control Display (10.25-inch Control Display now standard), automatic climate control with extended features and sports leather steering wheel with newly arranged multifunction buttons. Controls on the centre console now in High-gloss Black. New Sensatec perforated trim variant for the seat surfaces; comfort seats and new M multifunction seats with optimised seating comfort, new interior trim strips.
BMW 5 Series M Sport Edition: special-edition version of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and new BMW 5 Series Touring available from launch in a limited run of 1,000 units; includes the M Sport package, the Donington Grey metallic paint finish previously only available for BMW M models and exclusive, 20-inch BMW Individual Air Performance Wheels in bi-colour design.
Plug-in hybrid range expands to five models: latest-generation BMW eDrive technology now also offered for the BMW 5 Series Touring. BMW 530e Touring (fuel consumption, combined: 2.1 – 1.9 l/100 km [134.5 – 148.7 mpg imp]; electric power consumption, combined: 15.9 – 14.9 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions, combined: 47 – 43 g/km), BMW 530e xDrive Touring (fuel consumption, combined: 2.3 – 2.1 l/100 km [122.8 – 134.5 mpg imp]; electric power consumption, combined: 16.9 – 15.9 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions, combined: 52 – 49 g/km) and BMW 545e xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption, combined: 2.4 – 2.1 l/100 km [117.7 – 134.5 mpg imp]; electric power consumption, combined: 16.3 – 15.3 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions, combined: 54 – 49 g/km) with six-cylinder in-line combustion engine available from autumn 2020. New BMW eDrive Zone function – standard for all plug-in hybrid models – automatically switches the car to all-electric mode when entering ‘green zones’.
Introduction of new 48V mild hybrid technology for all four- and six-cylinder engines (country-specific availability); more rapid responses and enhanced efficiency thanks to 48V starter-generator; 8 kW/11 hp power spike to both lighten the combustion engine’s workload and boost its power.
Further developed BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: four- and six-cylinder petrol engines with optimised petrol injection; all diesel engines now with two-stage turbocharging. All four- and six-cylinder model variants now meet the Euro 6d emissions standard.
Optional Integral Active Steering offers greater assistance in low-speed manoeuvring; new version of chassis system now also available for plug-in hybrid models.
New driver assistance systems and extended functions pave the way for automated driving: Lane Departure Warning – part of the optional Driving Assistant – now also with lane return function; new optional Driving Assistant Professional now includes Active Navigation with the help of the Lane Change Assistant, automatic formation of emergency lane and junction warning (now with city braking) functions. 3D visualisation of the surrounding area shows traffic situations and possible interventions by the driver assistance systems in the instrument cluster.
Optional Parking Assistant with additional reversing assistant function.
New BMW Drive Recorder in the BMW 5 Series (part of the optional Parking Assistant Plus) records up to 40 seconds of video footage from points around the vehicle.
Standard-fitted BMW Operating System 7 opens up a host of potential new applications and connectivity options, as well as extended personalisation.
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant digital companion with extended functions; optimised interaction courtesy of new graphics in the Control Display.
Premiere for BMW Maps: New cloud-based navigation system offers extremely fast and precise calculation of routes and arrival times. Real-time traffic data updates at short intervals, driver can now enter any word when selecting a destination.
Standard smartphone integration now also features Android Auto (in addition to Apple CarPlay); wireless WiFi connectivity; information shown in the Control Display, instrument cluster and optional Head-Up Display.
Remote Software Upgrade introduced in the new BMW 5 Series: Vehicle-specific content and updates such as function extensions for driver assistance systems can be integrated into the car over the air, vehicle software always has the latest updates, digital services can be added at a later date.
Model variants:
Plug-in hybrid models:
BMW 530e Sedan (BMW 530e xDrive Sedan):
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, plug-in hybrid system with synchronous electric motor, eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Combustion engine:
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Electric motor:
Output: 80 kW/109 hp, max. torque: 265 Nm (195 lb-ft).
Combined system output: 215 kW/292 hp, max. combined torque: 420 Nm (310 lb-ft).
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.9 seconds (5.9 seconds),
top speed: 235 km/h [146 mph] (235 km/h [143 mph]),
top speed (electric): 140 km/h [87 mph] (140 km/h [87 mph]).
Electric range: 62 – 67 km (56 – 58 km).
Fuel consumption, combined: 1.8 – 1.7 l/100 km [156.9 – 166.2 mpg imp] (2.1 – 2.0 l/100 km [134.5 – 141.2 mpg imp]),
electric power consumption, combined: 14.8 – 13.7 kWh/100 km
(16.4 – 15.9 kWh/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 42 – 39 g/km (49 – 46 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 530e Touring (BMW 530e xDrive Touring) (from 11/20):
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, plug-in hybrid system with synchronous electric motor, eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Combustion engine:
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Electric motor:
Output: 80 kW/109 hp, max. torque: 265 Nm (195 lb-ft).
Combined system output: 215 kW/292 hp, max. combined torque: 420 Nm (310 lb-ft).
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 6.1 seconds (6.1 seconds),
top speed: 225 km/h [140 mph] (225 km/h [140 mph]),
top speed (electric): 140 km/h [87 mph] (140 km/h [87 mph]).
Electric range: 58 – 62 km (53 – 56 km).
Fuel consumption, combined: 2.1 – 1.9 l/100 km [134.5 – 148.7 mpg imp] (2.3 – 2.1 l/100 km [122.8 – 134.5 mpg imp]),
electric power consumption, combined: 15.9 – 14.9 kWh/100 km
(16.9 – 15.9 kWh/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 47 – 43 g/km (52 – 49 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 545e xDrive Sedan (from 11/2020):
Six-cylinder in-line petrol engine, plug-in hybrid system with synchronous electric motor, eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
Combustion engine:
Capacity: 2,998 cc, output: 210 kW/286 hp at 5,000 – 6,000 rpm
max. torque: 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at 1,500 – 3 500 rpm.
Electric motor:
Output: 80 kW/109 hp, max. torque: 265 Nm (195 lb-ft).
Combined system output: 290 kW/394 hp, max. combined torque: 600 Nm (442 lb-ft).
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.7 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph],
top speed (electric): 140 km/h [87 mph].
Electric range: 54 – 57 km.
Fuel consumption, combined: 2.4 – 2.1 l/100 km [117.7 – 134.5 mpg imp],
electric power consumption, combined: 16.3 – 15.3 kWh/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 54 – 49 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
Petrol models:
BMW 520i Sedan:
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 290 Nm (214 lb-ft) at 1,350 – 4 250 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 7.9 seconds,
top speed: 235 km/h [146 mph].
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.5 – 5.3 l/100 km (51.4 – 53.3 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 125 – 120 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 520i Touring:
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 290 Nm (214 lb-ft) at 1,350 – 4 250 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 8.3 seconds,
top speed: 225 km/h [140 mph].
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.7 – 5.5 l/100 km (49.6 – 51.4 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 131 – 126 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 530i Sedan (BMW 530i xDrive Sedan):
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 185 kW/252 hp at 5,200 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) at 1,450 – 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 6.4 seconds (6.3 seconds),
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph] (250 km/h [155 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.5 – 5.3 l/100 km [51.4 – 53.3 mpg imp]
(6.1 – 5.9 l/100 km [46.3 – 47.9 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 126 – 121 g/km (140 – 135 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 530i Touring (BMW 530i xDrive Touring):
Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 1,998 cc, output: 185 kW/252 hp at 5,200 – 6,500 rpm,
max. torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) at 1,450 – 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 6.7 seconds (6.6 seconds),
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph] (250 km/h [155 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.8 – 5.6 l/100 km [48.7 – 50.4 mpg imp]
(6.4 – 6.2 l/100 km [44.1 – 45.6 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 133 – 127 g/km (147 – 142 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 540i Sedan (BMW 540i xDrive Sedan):
Six-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 2,998 cc, output: 245 kW/333 hp at 5,500 – 6,250 rpm,
max. torque: 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at 1,600 – 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.2 seconds (4.9 seconds),
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph] (250 km/h [155 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 6.5 – 6.3 l/100 km [43.5 – 44.8 mpg imp]
(6.8 – 6.6 l/100 km [41.5 – 42.8 mpg imp]).
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 149 – 144 g/km (156 – 152 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 540i xDrive Touring:
Six-cylinder in-line petrol engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
Capacity: 2,998 cc, output: 245 kW/333 hp at 5,500 – 6,250 rpm,
max. torque: 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at 1,600 – 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.2 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph).
Fuel consumption, combined: 7.1 – 7.0 l/100 km (39.8 – 40.4 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 164 – 159 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW M550i xDrive Sedan:
V8 petrol engine, eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
Capacity: 4,395 cc, output: 390 kW/530 hp at 5,500 – 6,000 rpm,
max. torque: 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) at 1 800 – 4 600 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 3.8 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph).
Fuel consumption, combined: 10.0 – 9.7 l/100 km (28.3 – 29.1 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 229 – 221 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d-TEMP.
Diesel models:
BMW 520d Sedan (BMW 520d xDrive Sedan):
Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 1,995 cc, output: 140 kW/190 hp at 4,000 rpm,
max. torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 7.2 seconds (7.2 seconds),
top speed: 235 km/h [146 mph] (232 km/h [144 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.3 – 4.1 l/100 km [65.7 – 68.9 mpg imp]
(4.5 – 4.3 l/100 km [62.8 – 65.7 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 112 – 108 g/km (118 – 114 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 520d Touring (BMW 520d xDrive Touring):
Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 1,995 cc, output: 140 kW/190 hp at 4,000 rpm,
max. torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 7.6 seconds (7.6 seconds),
top speed: 225 km/h [140 mph] (222 km/h [138 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.5 – 4.3 l/100 km [62.8 – 65.7 mpg imp]
(4.7 – 4.6 l/100 km [60.1 – 61.4 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 119 – 113 g/km (124 – 120 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 530d Sedan (BMW 530d xDrive Sedan):
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 2,993 cc, output: 210 kW/286 hp at 4,000 rpm,
max. torque: 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) at 1,500 – 2,500 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.6 seconds (5.4 seconds),
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph] (250 km/h [155 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.6 – 4.5 l/100 km [61.4 – 62.8 mpg imp]
(5.0 – 4.8 l/100 km [56.5 – 58.9 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 122 – 118 g/km (131 – 125 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 530d Touring (BMW 530d xDrive Touring):
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, (BMW xDrive).
Capacity: 2,993 cc, output: 210 kW/286 hp at 4,000 rpm,
max. torque: 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) at 1,500 – 2,500 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.7 seconds (5.6 seconds),
top speed: 250 km/h [155 mph] (250 km/h [155 mph]).
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.9 – 4.7 l/100 km [57.7 – 60.1 mpg imp]
(5.2 – 5.1 l/100 km [54.3 – 55.4 mpg imp]),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 128 – 123 g/km (137 – 133 g/km),
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 540d xDrive Sedan:
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
Capacity: 2,993 cc, output: 250 kW/340 hp at 4,400 rpm,
max. torque: 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) at 1,750 – 2,250 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.6 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph).
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.1 – 5.0 l/100 km (55.4 – 56.5 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 135 – 131 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
BMW 540d xDrive Touring:
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine, mild hybrid technology,
eight-speed Steptronic transmission, BMW xDrive.
Capacity: 2,993 cc, output: 250 kW/340 hp at 4,400 rpm,
max. torque: 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) at 1,750 – 2,250 rpm.
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.8 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph).
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.4 – 5.3 l/100 km (52.3 – 53.3 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 142 – 138 g/km,
exhaust standard: Euro 6d.
All figures relating to performance, fuel/electric power consumption and emissions are provisional.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
BMW 530e Sedan (BMW 530e xDrive Sedan):
Fuel consumption, combined: 1.8 – 1.7 l/100 km (2.1 – 2.0 l/100 km),
electric power consumption, combined: 14.8 – 13.7 kWh/100 km
(16.4 – 15.9 kWh/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 42 – 39 g/km (49 – 46 g/km).
BMW 530e Touring (BMW 530e xDrive Touring) (from 11/20):
Fuel consumption, combined: 2.1 – 1.9 l/100 km (2.3 – 2.1 l/100 km),
electric power consumption, combined: 15.9 – 14.9 kWh/100 km
(16.9 – 15.9 kWh/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 47 – 43 g/km (52 – 49 g/km).
BMW 545e xDrive Sedan (from 11/2020):
Fuel consumption, combined: 2.4 – 2.1 l/100 km,
electric power consumption, combined: 16.3 – 15.3 kWh/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 54 – 49 g/km.
BMW 520i Sedan:
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.5 – 5.3 l/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 125 – 120 g/km.
BMW 520i Touring:
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.7 – 5.5 l/100 km (49.6 – 51.4 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 131 – 126 g/km.
BMW 530i Sedan (BMW 530i xDrive Sedan):
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.5 – 5.3 l/100 km (6.1 – 5.9 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 126 – 121 g/km (140 – 135 g/km).
BMW 530i Touring (BMW 530i xDrive Touring):
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.8 – 5.6 l/100 km (6.4 – 6.2 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 133 – 127 g/km (147 – 142 g/km).
BMW 540i Sedan (BMW 540i xDrive Sedan):
Fuel consumption, combined: 6.5 – 6.3 l/100 km (6.8 – 6.6 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 149 – 144 g/km (156 – 152 g/km),
BMW 540i xDrive Touring:
Fuel consumption, combined: 7.1 – 7.0 l/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 164 – 159 g/km.
BMW M550i xDrive Sedan:
Fuel consumption, combined: 10.0 – 9.7 l/100 km, CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 229 – 221 g/km.
BMW 520d Sedan (BMW 520d xDrive Sedan):
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.3 – 4.1 l/100 km (4.5 – 4.3 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 112 – 108 g/km (118 – 114 g/km).
BMW 520d Touring (BMW 520d xDrive Touring):
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.5 – 4.3 l/100 km (4.7 – 4.6 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 119 – 113 g/km (124 – 120 g/km).
BMW 530d Sedan (BMW 530d xDrive Sedan):
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.6 – 4.5 l/100 km (5.0 – 4.8 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 122 – 118 g/km (131 – 125 g/km).
BMW 530d Touring (BMW 530d xDrive Touring):
Fuel consumption, combined: 4.9 – 4.7 l/100 km (5.2 – 5.1 l/100 km),
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 128 – 123 g/km (137 – 133 g/km).
BMW 540d xDrive Sedan:
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.1 – 5.0 l/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 135 – 131 g/km.
BMW 540d xDrive Touring:
Fuel consumption, combined: 5.4 – 5.3 l/100 km,
CO2 emissions from fuel, combined: 142 – 138 g/km.
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| Entry-model price for the new T-Roc Cabriolet totals €27,495. New Volkswagen convertible convinces with appealing price/performance ratio, basic price from €27,495 Rollover protection system and structural modifications guarantee maximum safety for convertible model T-Roc Cabriolet on display at reop more >> |
The new Mercedes-Benz GLA: More character, more space, more safety
28.04.2020
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| More character:The new GLA is the entry-level model in the successful Mercedes-Benz SUV range, and the eighth model in the compact-car family. Hallmark off-road design features include the upright front section, short overhangs more >> |
Mazda announces the Mazda MX-5 R-Sport Special Edition
27.04.2020
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| Based on the 1.5-litre 132ps 2020 Mazda MX-5 Sport, the MX-5 R-Sport is limited to 150 examples. The R-Sport features unique 16-inch RAYS wheels, piano black mirrors and a grey fabric hood. Offered exclusively with free-of charge Polymetal Grey paint and burgundy Nappa leather seats. more >> |
Isuzu offer Tipper Conversation on D-Max Utility Extended Cab
27.04.2020
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| Isuzu is truly living up to its ‘pick-up professionals’ tagline by offering tipper conversions on its award-winning D-Max pick-up. Based on the Utility Extended Cab, the conversion is a cost-effective solution for customers who require a tough and reliable tipper, with great off-road capabilities. more >> |
Audi full-size station wagon now as a plug-in hybrid: the new A6 Avant TFSI e quattro
27.04.2020
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| Audi A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 2.1–1.9; Combined electric power consumption in kWh/100 km: 18.1–17.6; Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 48–44. Fuel consumption, CO2 emission figures and efficiency classes given in ranges depend on the tires/wheels used more >> |
Toyota reveals the all-new Yaris Cross compact SUV
24.04.2020
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| An authentic SUV that combines Toyota’s small car expertise and rich SUV heritage Second model to be based on Toyota’s GA-B platform, delivering distinctive design and dynamic performance Featuring raised ground clearance, intelligent all-wheel drive and Toyota’s 4th-generation h more >> |
Ford Performance Introduces All-Electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400
23.04.2020
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| ... Ford's First Factory Fully Electric Dragster Prototype • Ford Performance introduces a one-off Mustang Cobra Jet factory drag racer with all-electric propulsion• Purpose-built p more >> |
The new MINI Convertible Sidewalk and the beautiful colours of cherry blossom
22.04.2020
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| The blossoms are opening on the trees and the roof of the MINI Convertible is opening on the road. These are two clear signals showing that the yearned-for spring has finally sprung. Cherry blossom is one of the most beautiful recurrin more >> |
The new Audi A3 Sedan: Elegant – Efficient – Evolutionary
21.04.2020
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| Design with a focus on the extended lateral line and coupé-like roof TDI and TFSI engines with high efficiency and strong performance Digital cockpit and touch display as standard, multitude of connect services more >> |
Lexus LC Convertible capturing ultimate beauty in design
16.04.2020
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| Lexus seeks to create the world’s most beautiful convertible car Design preserves the award-winning styling motifs of the LC coupe, while introducing new features that express sportiness and elegance &nbs more >> |
The all-new SKODA OCTAVIA: spacious, practical and elegant like a coupé
16.04.2020
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| › Most spacious car in its class – best-seller’s fourth generation impresses with dynamic proportions and is even roomier than its predecessor› Wide and innovative range of powertrains – choice of plug-in hybrid, mild-hybrid technology, efficient petrol and diesel engines and eco-friendly CNG variant› Quintessent more >> |
Hyundai reveals more about Prophecy Concept EV
15.04.2020
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| Hyundai Motor has revealed more details of its Prophecy Concept EV. In a new walk-around video, Hyundai Motor Group's chief design officer Luc Donckerwolke explains some of the key features inside and outside the vehicle.The Prophecy enjoyed a digital premiere more >> |
Lexus reveals the 2021 LC Coupe - An evolution of luxury motoring
10.04.2020
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| Weight-saving measures reduce unsprung weight by around 10 kg
Suspension revisions for smoother, softer performance, with adjustments to shock absorbers and increased rear anti-roll bar rigidity more >> |
Caterham launches latest retro-themed model - The Super Seven 1600
10.04.2020
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| Designed to reflect the joy and glamour of motoring in the 1970s – minus the drawbacks… Improved focus on driving feel and performance as well as retro-inspired luxurious finishes New 135bhp Super Seven 1600 has been built after rapturous demand for previous heritage models more >> |
Audi RS 5 Sportback - Facts and Figures
08.04.2020
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| Exterior design and body Clean, minimalistic, and functional: The RS 5 Coupé** and RS 5 Sportback** speak the new RS design language Wider, flatter Singleframe in gloss black with more >> |
Polestar Precept in detail
08.04.2020
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| Precept, the car with which Polestar envisions its future, was created to showcase three key areas for the Swedish brand: sustainability, digital technology and design. Following its digital reveal in February, Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath now takes a look at Precept in detail, and in reality, in Gothenburg, Sweden. more >> |
The all-new Genesis G80 Digital World Premiere
30.03.2020
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| - leading design and luxury focused technology Design: Distinct and progressive design offers instantly-recognizable Genesis identity Technology: Next-generation, technology-enabled luxury seamlessly integ more >> |
The new Audi A3 Sportback
30.03.2020
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| Five-door premium compact car with a sporty design Technologies from the full-size class – from infotainment to driver assist functions Powerful TDI and TFSI engines with high efficiency more >> |
All-new SEAT Leon Technical specifications - homologated engines
28.03.2020
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| ALL NEW SEAT LEONPetrol (TSI)Engine 1.5 TSIMax. Power 96kW/130PS / 5,000 – 6,000 rpGearbox Manual more >> |
All-new SEAT Leon: the first model of the brand to offer five different engine technologies
28.03.2020
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| The all-new SEAT Leon offers five different engine technologies designed to deliver customers the right combination of vehicle and engine to match their specific needs: petrol (TSI), diesel (TDI), mild-hybrid (eTSI), plug-in hybrid (eHybrid) and compressed natural gas (TGI) In total, there are eleven different variants, with p more >> |
MINI USA announces US launch and pricing for Mini Sidewalk Edition
26.03.2020
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| MINI USA announced today the availability and U.S. pricing for the new 2021 MINI Sidewalk Edition. The latest MINI convertible offering, which is expected to reach dealerships in the U.S. next month, comes to the U.S. as a Coope more >> |
2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV Sedans standard and optional features
26.03.2020
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| Standard FeaturesThe 2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive Sedans come equipped with a comprehensive list of standard equipment including: 18-inch V-Spoke bi-color grey wheels with all-season run-flat 225/45R18 t more >> |
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