First look BMW M3 Sedan And M4 Coupe

 Images of the 2015 BMW M3 and M4 have leaked – courtesy of Autocar UK. The M3 and M4 are, essentially, the same vehicle, with the M3 being a coupe and the M4 being a sedan. Both will sport the new M engine – the S55 B30. This is a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged in-line six-cylinder engine that produces 425 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque. Top speed is 250 Kmh (155 mph).

 The M3 and M4 will be offered with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed M DCT dual-clutch transmission.

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BMW 435i Coupe with M Performance

 Awesome BMW 435i Coupe with M Performance Goodies

Take a look at this awesome BMW 435i Coupe boasting cool M Performance parts. The first noticeable thing is the modified exterior, which features a number of carbon touches and new 20-inch lightweight wheels. Also, you cannot miss the cool side stripes and the blackened grille. Carbon fiber was used for the mirror caps, the huge front splinter, the rear apron diffuser and the sporty rear spoiler.

As expected, performance was enhanced to match the new look. The power kit brings 34 more hp and 37 extra lb-ft of torque, leading to a new total of 334 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. Upgrades also include new suspensions, a limited-slip differential, and better brakes with red calipers. All this can be seen in the photos below, courtesy of autoblog.com.

What you cannot see, however, are the cool interior features. Lots of Alcantara and carbon trims, a nice sport steering wheel with race display, steel pedals and custom M floor mats: these are all part of the new and improved recipe. We find the result very tasty.

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BMW X4Concept to Debut in Shanghai

 

 The Shanghai Motor Show will mark the launch of a new and very alluring concept from BMW. Called the BMW X4Concept, the vehicle will be officially released in April 21st, representing the source of inspiration for an all-new crossover in the X line. Produced at the automaker’s plant in California, the new X4 will reportedly hit the market as a production version in 2014.

The concept is based on the X3 platform and is actually a smaller version of the successful X6. It was designed by chief designer Karim Habib and we already like what we see in the few leaked photos. Diehard BMW fans will have the possibility to admire the concept live soon, when more official information will also be released to the public.

What we know now is that the X4 Concept features a 2,810 mm wheelbase and measures 4,648 mm in length, 1,915 mm in width, and 1,622 mm in height. Even though speculations are around X3-borrowed six-cylinder diesel and petrol engines, we will have to wait for the official specs to confirm or silence the rumors.

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BMW I8 Spyder Hybird concept 2013

Following the presentation of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 Concept, the BMW Group introduces the BMW i8 Concept Spyder to the mix. This third BMW i model embodies the future of cutting-edge and emotionally appealing mobility concepts. Its sporting design headlines the qualities of an open-top two-seater blending lightness, dynamic capability and efficiency with a very special aesthetic allure.

The i8 Concept Spyder is a plug-in hybrid powered by an eDrive drivetrain combining a high-performance electric motor and a 1.5 liter three-cylinder petrol engine. The lithium-ion battery supplying the motor with power can be recharged in an extremely short space of time from any domestic power socket. The Spyder outputs up to 354 horsepower.

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