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New 2011 BMW 5 series
2011 BMW 5 series concept
BMW 5 series seat concept
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BMW 5 series front view concept
Once again BMW will be the only manufacturer in this segment to offer a manual transmission, so buyers of the 2011 BMW 535i can choose a newly designed, dry-sump six-speed manual, but so far this has represented just over 5 percent of 5 Series buyers in North America.
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Audi RS5 brochure images leaked!
A hot RS version of Audi’s sleek A5 coupe has been rumoured for long, and now we can confirm its existance and possible debut at next month’s Geneva show, thanks to these leaked brochure images.
Not much is known technically, but some parties have said that the RS5 will be powered by a naturally aspirated 4.2-litre V8 with around 450bhp and 450 Nm.
From these images, we can see that the RS5’s redline is set at about 8200 rpm, so we’re looking at a high revving screamer here. Also gathered from the brochure is the lack of a manual option; Audi’s S-tronic auto transmission is pictured here. Options will include three types of front seats and four wheel designs. But no flat bottomed steering wheel?
This blog will be in Geneva to cover one of the main events in the motor show calendar, so stay tuned for live pictures and info, should the RS5 make a blazing debut in Switzerland. More images after the jump!
Infiniti adds first ever diesel engine to its Euro range
Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury marque, is a young brand in the European scene, and is currently still in the process of creating brand awareness and starting up operations. Infiniti’s current Euro range consists of its crossovers and the G family of cars, but to make proper inroads in Europe, one needs a diesel, and for a brand which counts America and the Middle East as main markets, Infiniti has none, until now.
Calling it “phase two of the quiet assault on the European luxury car market” Infiniti has developed a 3.0-litre V6 diesel, the first in the brand’s 20 year history. It will initially be available in both the EX and FX crossovers and the M large sedan, which will make its debut this year. “Although we did investigate the possibility of adapting an existing large capacity diesel for Infiniti, we quickly established that nothing on the market met our exacting requirements,” said Jim Wright, VP of Infiniti Europe.
Designated V9X, the new V6 diesel is built in France and will also be used in Renault and Nissan cars. The direct injection Euro 5 engine produces 235 bhp and class-leading torque output of 550 Nm. As a comparison, BMW’s 3.0d engine makes 245 bhp and 540 Nm. Peak torque is achieved from 1,750 rpm all the way to 2,500 rpm, while as much as 500 Nm is available from just 1,500 rpm. Infiniti says that idle speed is exceptionally low at 650 rpm “with none of the NVH usually associated with a diesel”. It will be paired to a seven-speed auto standard on both crossovers.
Interestingly, Infiniti did not use aluminium or cast iron for the engine block, but Compacted Graphite Iron. CGI is said to offer all the benefits of cast iron and more – it has higher levels of stiffness and noise absorption – but without the weight penalty. And while CGI is heavier than a pure aluminium block, Infiniti says there is no need to add stiffening ribs or extra sound deadening material so the weight gain is comparatively modest. The V9X has the lowest vibrations of all benchmarked engines, according to the Renault-Nissan Alliance.
To adapt the EX and FX to the diesel engine, they get new front subframes, different front bumper designs to enhance air flow as well as redesigned sheet metal within the engine bay to house additional radiators.
New Kia Optima to make New York debut in April!
The next generation Kia Optima, known as the Magentis in some markets, will make its world debut at the New York Auto Show, which opens on 2nd April.
Based on the design sketch, we can see that Kia has ditched the distinctly three-box, uninspiring looks of the current car for a sleeker and sexier design. Of course, the actual car will be toned down from this, but we expect a looker based on Kia’s recent track record. The Korean brand promises “bold, athletic and sporty visual energy” for its D-segment challenger.
Little else is known for now, but Kia has revealed that the new Optima is longer, lower and wider than the car it replaces, and features a “significantly longer wheelbase”. For reference, the current car measures 4,800 mm long, 1,805 mm wide and 1,480 mm tall, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
The Optima will go on sale in the USA late this year, while European sales will start in spring 2011. More images after the jump!
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BMW Models Catalogue
BMW 1 Series models: 116i, 118i, 120i, 130i, 118d, 120d, 123d | ||||
BMW 1 Series (three-door) | BMW 1 Series (five-door) | BMW 1 Series Coupe | ||
BMW 1 Series Convertible | ||||
BMW 3 Series models: 318i, 320i, 325i, 330i, 335i, 318d, 320d, 325d, 330d, 335d | ||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (2008) | BMW 3 Series Sedan | BMW 3 Series Touring (2008) | ||
BMW 3 Series Touring | BMW 3 Series Coupe | BMW 3 Series Convertible | ||
BMW Individual 3 Series Sedan | BMW Individual 3 Series Touring | BMW Individual 3 Series Coupe | ||
BMW Individual 3 Series Convertible | ||||
BMW 5 Series models: 520i, 523i, 525i, 530i, 540i, 550i, 520d, 525d, 530d, 535d | ||||
BMW 5 Series Sedan | BMW 5 Series Touring | BMW Individual 5 Series Sedan | ||
BMW Individual 5 Series Touring | BMW 5 Series security vehicle | |||
BMW 6 Series models: 630i, 635d, 650i | ||||
BMW 6 Series Coupe | BMW 6 Series Convertible | BMW Individual 6 Series Coupe | ||
BMW Individual 6 Series Convertible | ||||
BMW 7 Series models: 730d, 740i, 750i, 740Li, 750Li, 760Li | ||||
BMW 7 Series Sedan (2008) | BMW 7 Series Sedan | BMW Individual 7 Series Sedan | ||
BMW 7 Series security vehicle | ||||
BMW X3 Series models: X3 xDrive20i, X3 xDrive25i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 xDrive20d, X3 xDrive30d, X3 xDrive35d | ||||
BMW X3 | ||||
BMW X5 Series models: X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive30d, X5 xDrive35d | ||||
BMW X5 | BMW Individual X5 | BMW X5 security vehicle | ||
BMW X6 Series: xDrive35i, xDrive35d | ||||
BMW X6 | ||||
BMW Z4 Series models: Z4 2.5si, Z4 3.0si | ||||
BMW Z4 Coupe | BMW Z4 Roadster | BMW Individual Z4 Coupe | ||
BMW Individual Z4 Roadster | ||||
BMW M Series models | ||||
BMW Z4 M Coupe | BMW Z4 M Roadster | BMW M3 Sedan | ||
BMW M3 Coupe | BMW M3 Convertible | BMW M5 Sedan | ||
BMW M5 Touring | BMW M6 Coupe | BMW M6 Convertible |