Thursday, April 29, 2010

G-Power 760i Storm F01




After the large success of the two world record cars G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RS and G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS which with their 750 hp strong 5,0l V10 bi-compressor engine can be only obtained as a complete vehicle via the G-POWER manufactory, the so-called “G-POWER Supercars” will become an inherent part of the future G-POWER programme. The G-POWER manufactory is a strongly growing business branch of the companyG-POWER in which all individually produced complete vehicles, the so-called “G-POWER Supercars” are produced as an inherent part of the G-POWERprogramme and are entirely made by hand.


2010 BMW G-Power 760i Storm F01 technical specifications
Type


G-Power Storm F01
Engine
Code


-
Displacement


5972cc
Cylinders


12
Fuel type


Gasoline
Power


541kW | 725HP
Torque@RPM


1000Nm@2000rpm
Performance
Top Speed


345km/h | 214mph
Acceleration
0-100km/h
0-60mph



4.2s

Source: http://bit.ly/afVQqx




Tuesday, April 27, 2010

2007-2009 BMW X5: Overview




BMW redesigned the larger of its two sport-utility vehicles for 2007, making it bigger and adding the possibility of seven-passenger seating. Compared to the 2006 models, the 2007 X5 was 4.5 inches longer in wheelbase, 7.4 inches longer overall, 2.4 inches wider, and 2 inches taller. This premium midsize all-wheel-drive SUV was offered in two models. The 3.0si had a 260-horsepower inline six-cylinder engine, which replaced the 225-hp 3.0i. The 4.8i held a 350-horsepower, 4.8-liter V8, replacing the 315-hp 4.4i. Both came only with a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard seating was for five, but an optional third-row seat expanded capacity to seven. Each X5 had all-wheel drive without low-range gearing, traction/antiskid control with rollover sensors, and hill descent control. Front side airbags were standard, as were curtain side airbags that covered the first two seating rows and included rollover deployment. All X5s had steering-linked xenon headlights and BMW's iDrive that used a single knob to control entertainment, communication, navigation, and climate functions. An available Sport Package included a driver-adjustable suspension and BMW's Active Roll Stabilization, which countered body lean. BMW's Active Steering, designed to quicken low-speed steering response, was optional. Other options included a navigation system, head-up instrument display, DVD entertainment, a rearview camera with front/rear obstacle detection, and BMW Assist concierge service with wireless cell phone linkage. With the X5, BMW competed against such premium SUVs as the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, Lexus RX, and Volvo XC90.

Year to Year Changes


2008 BMW X5: Only minor changes in equipment and options were applied to BMW's larger SUV for 2008. A panoramic sunroof was standard, and a power tailgate became optional.
2009 BMW X5: The 2009 BMW X5 lineup gained a new diesel model, as well as new trim-level designations. The xDrive30i replaced the 3.0si and carried a 260-hp 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine. The xDrive48i replaced the 4.8i and had a 350-hp 4.8-liter V8. Added midyear was xDrive35d, which had a 265-hp 3.0-liter turbodiesel that was emissions legal in all 50 states.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification4-door wagon


Wheelbase, in.115.5


Overall Length, in.191.1


Overall Width, in.76.1


Overall Height, in.69.5


Curb Weight, lbs.4982


Cargo Volume, cu. ft.75.2


Standard Payload, lbs.--


Fuel Capacity, gals.22.5


Seating Capacity7


Front Head Room, in.39.3


Max. Front Leg Room, in.40.0


Rear Head Room, in.39.0


Max. Rear Leg Room, in.36.6

Powertrain Options and Availability


EnginesSize liters /
cu. in
Horse- powerTorqueTransmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc I61 3.0 / 1822602256-speed automatic: 15/216-speed automatic: --
dohc V8 4.8 / 2933503506-speed automatic: 14/196-speed automatic: 14.3


Source: http://bit.ly/aprF9K

Thursday, April 22, 2010

2008 BMW X6


The 2008 BMW X6 is the latest addition to this German automaker's roster. This 4-door shares elements of its basic design with BMW's X5 midsize SUV, but X6 has a hatcback-style liftgate, rather than the wagon-style tailgate found on most SUVs. X6 comes in two trim levels, each with a twin-turbocharged engine and standard all-wheel drive. The xDrive35i has a 300-hp 3.0-liter 6-cylinder, and the xDrive50i has a 400-hp 4.4-liter V8. A 6-speed automatic is the sole transmission, and it includes steering wheel paddles for manual gear changes.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Turbocharged dohc I61 Turbocharged dohc V82
Size, liters/cu. in. 3.0/182 4.4/268
Horsepower @ rpm. 300 @ 5800 400 @ 5500
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. 300 @ 1400 450 @ 1800
Availability Standard Standard

EPA City / highway mpg
6-speed automatic 15/20 13/18

FUEL DATA

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 15 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 20 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 22.5 gal

INTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS

Front Headroom 38.3 in
Front Hiproom N/A in
Front Legroom 40.4 in
Front Shoulderroom N/A in
Passenger Capacity 4
Second Headroom 37.2 in
Second Hiproom N/A in
Second Legroom 35.9 in
Second Shoulderroom N/A in

EXTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS

Curb Weight 4894 lbs
Height, Overall 66.5 in
Length, Overall 192.1 in
Min Ground Clearance
N/A in
Tread Width, Front 64.7 in
Tread Width, Rear 67.2 in



Tuesday, April 20, 2010

2011 BMW X4




Some sources are of the view that the X4 would resemble a scaled-down X6, but most foresee it as a practical application of the 2000 X coupe concept, which served as the basis for the introduction of major elements of current BMW styling.

Most sources say that the 2011 BMW X4 will hit the roads later in 2010, soon after the rollout of an all new X3.

Style comes with a price, and the X4 is almost sure to mimic the X6 in costing a good deal more than its parent SUV. With X6s running $6,600-$8,500 above equivalent X5s, and with the 2008 X3 starting at $38,000, it is expected that the X4 would open at around $44,600~.

A lot is dependant on how lavish BMW is with standard content and on price pressure from the continuing steep rise in global commodity costs, especially for steel.

Preliminary Specifications:

Vehicle Type: premium compact car

Drivetrain (CG estimates)

Drive wheels: all
Engine: 2.5-liter inline 6-cylinder, 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged 6-cylinder
Horsepower: 230 (2.5), 300 (3.0)
Torque: 230 pound-feet (2.5), 300 (3.0)

Transmission: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 7-speed automated manual

Dimensions (CG estimates)

Wheelbase: 113.4 inches
Length: 179.0 inches
Width: 73.0 inches
Height: 64.5 inches
Base curb weight: 3950 pounds

Source: http://bit.ly/aoK8xH

Thursday, April 8, 2010

2009 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive


  • Exterior
    • 16" x 7.0" multi spoke alloy wheels (style 282)
    • P205/55R16 run-flat all-season tires
    • Pwr tilt/slide glass moonroof-inc: 1-touch open/close, sliding sunshade, wind deflector
    • Front/rear body-color bumpers
    • Chrome kidney-shaped grille w/black vertical slats
    • Automatic high/low beam halogen headlights-inc: corona ring daytime running lights
    • Retractable headlight washers
    • Fog lights
    • Adaptive brakelights
    • Pwr heated mirrors
    • Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer jets
    • Exterior door handles w/ground lighting
  • Interior
    • Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 capability, radio data system (RDS), auto-store, aux audio input
    • Prep for satellite radio
    • 3-channel FM diversity antenna
    • Leatherette seat trim
    • Front bucket seats-inc: 8-way manual adjustments, adjustable active head restraints
    • Rear bench seat-inc: center armrest, cupholders
    • Front center armrest w/storage, cupholder
    • 3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic multi-function steering wheel-inc: audio controls
    • On-board computer-inc: vehicle check control w/pictogram display, vehicle operating status, oil level indicator, distance to next service appointment/oil change, spark plug & microfilter status, travel information, trip computer, external temp
    • Advanced Vehicle & Key Memory-inc: climate-control temp & air-distribution settings, exterior mirror settings, audio tone settings, central-locking & lighting preferences
    • Coded driveaway protection
    • Pwr front & rear windows-inc: 1-touch open/close
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Central locking system-inc: center console switch, double-lock feature, 2-step unlocking
    • Pwr trunk release
    • Automatic tri-zone climate control-inc: auto air recirculation, windshield misting sensor, heat-at-rest, recall of individual user settings, micro-filter
    • Rear window defroster
    • Locking glovebox
    • Auxiliary pwr outlet
    • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
    • BMW ambiance lighting
    • Courtesy lights-inc: fade in/out, front footwell lights, auto switch-in when engine is turned off, dual front/rear reading lights
    • Dashboard mounted front passenger cupholder
    • Front seatback storage nets
  • Mechanical
    • 3.0L DOHC 24-valve I6 engine-inc: double-VANOS variable valve timing, Valvetronic
    • Engine start/stop button
    • Electronic throttle control
    • xDrive all-wheel drive system
    • Double-pivot strut front suspension-inc: coil springs, steel lower arms
    • 5-link rear suspension w/coil springs
    • Front/rear twin-tube gas-pressurized shock absorbers
    • Front/rear stabilizer bars
    • Engine speed-sensitive variable-assist pwr steering
    • 4-wheel ventilated pwr disc brakes
    • Chrome-plated dual exhaust tips
  • Safety
    • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/dynamic brake control (DBC)
    • Dynamic stability control (DSC)-inc: brake fade compensation, brake standby, brake drying, start-off assist, dynamic traction control (DTC)
    • Hill descent control
    • Interlocking door anchoring system
    • Front side-impact airbags
    • Front/rear side curtain airbags
    • Crash sensor-inc: disconnects battery terminal, hazard lights on, interior lighting on, doors unlock
    • All-position 3-point safety belts-inc: front pretensioners, ALR in all passenger positions
    • Child safety rear door locks
    • LATCH attachments for rear seats
    • Tire pressure monitoring system
    • Interior trunk emergency release handle
For more information on the 2009 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive, visit BMWofSchererville

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

2010 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive


  • Exterior
    • Multi Spoke (Style 284) light alloy wheels, 17 x 8.0 and 225/45 run-flat all-season tires
    • 2-way power glass moonroof with "one-touch" operation, sliding interior sunshade, and wind deflector
    • Xenon adaptive automatic headlights -inc: auto-leveling, corona ring daytime running lights
    • Retractable, high-intensity headlight washers
    • Halogen free-form foglights
    • Adaptive Brake Lights
    • Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
    • Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control
    • Ground lighting located in bottom of exterior door handles
  • Interior
    • Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)
    • Auxiliary audio input for portable music players
    • HD Radio with "multicast" FM station reception
    • 8-way power front bucket seats with 2-way manual headrests with Active Head Restraints feature, and driver memory with 2 presets for exterior mirror and seat positions
    • Leatherette upholstery
    • Front-seat center armrest
    • Rear-seat center armrest with cupholders
    • 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth phone controls (if so equipped)
    • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column
    • Check Control vehicle monitor system with pictogram display, oil status display, and Condition Based Service indicator
    • On-board computer with Check Control provides feedback on the vehicle's operating status: oil level indicator and distance to next service appointment/oil change, as well as other detailed information, such as spark plug and micro-filter status. It also provides travel information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature and more
    • Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout
    • Central locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking
    • Remote keyless entry with remote trunk release
    • Coded Driveaway Protection
    • Power front and rear windows with "one-touch" up/down operation
    • Dynamic Cruise Control
    • Advanced Vehicle Key Memory includes climate-control temperature and air-distribution settings, exterior mirror and power seat settings, audio tone settings and radio presets with optional Navigation system, central-locking preferences, and lighting preferences
    • Electric interior trunk release
    • Automatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, MAX A/C function, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
    • Locking glovebox
    • Front passenger cupholders (dashboard-integrated)
    • Auxiliary power outlet
    • Dark Burl Walnut Wood trim
    • Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors
    • BMW Ambiance Lighting
    • Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch-on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors
    • Front seatback storage nets
  • Mechanical
    • 6-speed manual transmission
    • 3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline turbocharged 300-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with Advanced Turbo technology and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
    • Engine Start/Stop button
    • Electronic throttle control
    • xDrive all-wheel-drive system
    • Double-pivot type front suspension with dual forged-aluminum lower arms (328i xDrive and 335i xDrive have steel lower arms and a steel subframe, plus an aluminum thrust plate)
    • 5-link rear suspension with cast-aluminum upper transverse arms
    • Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
    • Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
    • Engine-speed-sensitive, variable-assist power steering
    • 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
    • Chrome-plated exhaust tips
  • Safety
    • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
    • Hill Descent Control
    • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
    • Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
    • Programmable Daytime Running Lights
    • Front and rear Head Protection System (HPS)
    • Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags
    • Front passenger seat-occupation recognition with Passenger's Airbag Off indicator
    • BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features
    • Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; and automatically turns on hazard lights and interior lights, and unlocks doors
    • Automatic locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts for installation of child-restraint seat
    • Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners
    • LATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation
    • Child safety rear door locks
    • Emergency trunk release
    • Tire Pressure Monitor
For more information on the 2010 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive, visit BMWofSchererville

Thursday, April 1, 2010

2010 BMW 3 Series 328i


  • Interior
    • Automatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, MAX A/C function, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
    • Locking glovebox
    • Front passenger cupholders (dashboard-integrated)
    • Auxiliary power outlet
    • Dark Burl Walnut Wood trim
    • Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors
    • BMW Ambiance Lighting
    • Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch-on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors
    • Front seatback storage nets
  • Mechanical
    • 6-speed manual transmission
    • 3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 230-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
    • Engine Start/Stop button
    • Electronic throttle control
    • Rear wheel drive
    • Extensive aluminum componentry including front suspension components (forged-aluminum lower arms, steering knuckle); subframe; steering rack; and brake components
    • Double-pivot type front suspension with dual forged-aluminum lower arms
    • 5-link rear suspension with cast-aluminum upper transverse arms
    • Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
    • Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
    • Engine-speed-sensitive, variable-assist power steering
    • 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
    • Chrome-plated exhaust tips
  • Safety
    • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
    • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
    • Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
    • Programmable Daytime Running Lights
    • Front and rear Head Protection System (HPS)
    • Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags
    • Front passenger seat-occupation recognition with Passenger's Airbag Off indicator
    • BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features
    • Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; and automatically turns on hazard lights and interior lights, and unlocks doors
    • Automatic locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts for installation of child-restraint seat
    • Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners
    • LATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation
    • Child safety rear door locks
    • Emergency trunk release
    • Tire Pressure Monitor
  • Exterior
    • V Spoke (Style 360) 16 x 7.0 light alloy wheels, 205/55 run-flat all-season tires
    • Halogen high- and low-beam headlights and Corona headlight-rings
    • Halogen free-form foglights
    • Adaptive Brake Lights
    • Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
    • Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control
    • Ground lighting located in bottom of exterior door handles
    • Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)
    • Auxiliary audio input for portable music players
    • HD Radio with "multicast" FM station reception
    • 8-way adjustable front bucket seats includes 2-way headrests with Active Head Restraints feature
    • Leatherette upholstery
    • Front-seat center armrest
    • Rear-seat center armrest with cupholders
    • 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth phone controls (if so equipped)
    • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column
    • Check Control vehicle monitor system with pictogram display, oil status display, and Condition Based Service indicator
    • On-board computer with Check Control provides feedback on the vehicle's operating status: oil level indicator and distance to next service appointment/oil change, as well as other detailed information, such as spark plug and micro-filter status. It also provides travel information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature and more
    • Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout
    • Central locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking
    • Remote keyless entry with remote trunk release
    • Coded Driveaway Protection
    • Power front and rear windows with "one-touch" up/down operation
    • Dynamic Cruise Control
    • Advanced Vehicle Key Memory includes climate-control temperature and air-distribution settings, exterior mirror and power seat settings, audio tone settings and radio presets with optional Navigation system, central-locking preferences, and lighting preferences
    • Electric interior trunk release
For more information on the 2010 BMW 3 Series 328i, visit BMWofSchererville