Here is a demo video of the all-new 2009 BMW 750Li, which is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 engine that produces 407bhp and 442 lb-ft. of torque. Video after the break. [YouTube] More»
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The BMW Alpina B7 is rumored to use BMW’s 4.4L, twin-turbo V8 engine that offers 507 hp. The new Alpine B7 will be unveiled to the press at Geneva in March 2009. [Autoblog]
BMW will soon bring to market its highly anticipated BMW X6 ActiveHybrid. The vehicle is the world’s first Sports Activity Coupe to feature a unique design of hybrid drive like never seen before, combining Sheer Driving Pleasure with significant enhancement of all-round efficiency. The BMW X6 ActiveHybrid allows far greater driving dynamics than a conventional hybrid car and at the same time reduces fuel consumption by up to 20 percent versus a comparable car running on a combustion engine alone. The car will likely go on sale by the end of year 2009. [AutoReview]
BMW is ready with its new entry-level compact wagon car, the 2009 MINI One Clubman to hit the market. The car is powered by a 1.4-liter four-pot engine producing 95 horsepower with either a six-speed manual or an automatic gearbox. In its press release, the company promises a combined cycle fuel efficiency of 52.3 mpg. The level of CO2 emissions is also limited at humble 130g/km. The car will make its official debut on 03 March 2009 at the International Geneva Motor Show and will arrive to Mini’s UK dealerships on 28 March 2008. [NetCarShow]
Jon Sibal has designed the BMW M3 Touring concept that comes with a KW coil-over suspension, fitted a titanium exhaust, AC Schnitzer spoilers front and back, BBS mags coated in Yokohama rubber and Brembo eight-pot brakes. [TechEBlog]
