The 6-Series Gran Coupe will sport the same wheelbase as the 5-Series at 116.8 inches/2967 mm. But still, the vehicle will be 3.5 inches/89 mm shorter than the 5-Series at 54 inches/1372 mm, and wider too, at 74.9 inches/1902 mm which is more like a 6-Series coupe/cabrio model.

In the case of length specs, BMW is expected to will outdo its market rival, the Mercedes-Benz CLS, by 2 inches/51 mm and come in at 197.1 inches/5006 mm.

Although this four door coupe is characterized with unusual frame-less door windows, it will still have a B-pillar. The weight of the car has been reduced with the deployment of aluminum in the doors and bonnet. Also, special plastics have been used on the boot lid and front fenders.

To be offered with xDrive all-wheel-drive system , the 6-Series Gran Coupe will come with power train configurations that will duplicate the current 6-Series units now available.

The rivalry climbed on to a higher level with Audi showing off its DTM concept hours before the BMW event.

BMW has not only revealed its super sleek designed car, but also the drivers for the DTM. BMW Motorsport drivers Andy Priaulx (GB) and Augusto Farfus (BR) will helm the car at DTM.

The prototype will be on exhibit over the weekend at BMW Welt in Munich. The BMW M3 DTM will carry an air restricted V8 engine and will produce roughly about approximately 480 PS (353 kW / 473 bhp).

The motorcar takes just 3 seconds to hit 100 km/ph from zero and can hit a top speed at a 300 km/ph (186mph).

BMW is the official automotive partner for the London Olympics. The new special edition 1-Series vehicle is said to be built with the M aerodynamic kit, dark-chrome 18-inch M light alloy wheels, high-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, dark-chrome exhaust tailpipe and dark-line rear lights.

And if that’s not all, the 1-Series special edition includes an M Sport Suspension, sport seats in Royal Blue with white stitching, an M Sport steering wheel and gearshifter, as well as floor mats with Royal Blue piping. The car will have the 2012 London Olympics badges pasted as souvenirs on them.

The 3-Series Olympic performance edition will also be more or less the same. When it comes to cost, both models could offer considerable savings for the buyer when compared with the regular models in the series. The BMW Performance Editions are now available  in four shades –  Alpine White, Titanium Silver, Bluewater and Black Sapphire.

The Edition Exclusive package is available for both the coupe and convertible models. It has Oxide Silver mirrors and 18-inch V-spoke Space Grey alloy wheels.

Interiors get distinct with features like Dakota leather seats in pearl grey or Black with contrast stitching. Unique floor mats with color-coordinated piping goes well with the leather upholstery as well as the Bamboo Grain Anthracite wood trim.

On the other hand, the M Sport Edition looks more sober with features like 18-inch Ferric Grey alloy wheels in double spoke design, black painted mirrors, a body shade diffuser, and an M sport suspension.

An exclusive shade for the car is offered in Silverstone paint finish from BMW M3. Inside, we have the same Dakota leather sport upholstery, an M steering wheel, Aluminum Glacier trim and distinctive floor mats with blue piping.

Both of the items will be hitting the market this fall. And we are ignorant about the price for now.

Though the car is dressed up in unique livery, it almost resembles the standard model. It features  an aggressive front fascia, aerodynamic side skirts and a modest rear diffuser. The standard model had a unique grille (with black slates), front fender vents, adaptive xenon headlights (with LED rings), a four-tailpipe exhaust system and 19-inch alloy wheels.

The model will be powered by a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with 560 PS (412 kW / 552 hp) and 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a seven-speed double-clutch transmission which enables the M5 to accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.4 seconds, 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in 13.0 seconds. It can hit a top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph).

Stay tuned to know more.

(via BMW Blog)

The model, which would be based on the upcoming front – wheel drive UKL1 platform, also features an all-wheel drive to fix the handling tradeoffs.

BMW Z2 is expected to be powered by a variety of 2.0-liter engines that have outputs ranging from 170 PS (100 kW / 168 hp) to 272 PS (200 kW / 268 hp).
However, it may also be delayed until 2015 or 2016, using the rear-wheel drive platform from the 2-Series (the renamed coupe and convertible variants of the 2012 1-Series).

Though no official announcement has come, the Z2 is likely to be offered as a coupe and convertible.

Stay tuned.

(Via WCF)

FB comes up with a matte black exterior with gloss black accents, red brake calipers and 19-inch GTS wheels.

The variant will be powered by a 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces 414 hp (309 kW / 420 PS) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. Further, it is connected to an M Double Clutch Transmission (M-DCT) that enables the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.

Coming to the interiors, the cabin features Novillo leather upholstery, red contrast stitching, “carbon leather” trim, heated front seats, premium audio system and GPS navigation.

Expected to cost around $79,650, the production will be limited to 20 units.

MINI Coupe is 3,728 mm long and comes with a wheelbase measuring 2,467 mm. The front track is 1,459 mm wide and rear-axle track comes in a width of 1,467 mm.

The John Cooper Works (JCW) edition will be powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged engine with an output of 155 kW/211 PS (207 bhp) and 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) of peak torque while the MINI Cooper S Coupe features a 1.6 liter turbo unit that develops 135 kW/184 PS (181 bhp) and 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque.

The JCW can hit up to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.4 seconds and has a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). Fuel consumption is 7.1 liters/100 km (39.8 mpg imp) with a CO2 emissions quotient of 165 g/km.

On the diesel front, there is MINI Cooper SD Coupe with a 2.0 liter diesel engine capable of an output of 105 kW/143 PS (141 bhp) and 305 Nm (225 lb-ft) of torque.

All variants except the MINI JCW Coupe feature a standard 6-speed manual transmission and an optional six-speed automatic!

Since the vehicle has a longer 2.69 meter (105.9 inch) wheelbase, the cabin becomes more spacious. The boot capacity is enhanced by an additional 200 liters (7 cubic feet). The interior comes with an improved design and has luxurious upholstery thrown in. These apart, the maker has added a 6.5-inch (or optional 8.8-inch) iDrive display. Moreover, there is also choice of collision warning system, speed limit detection, and Internet connectivity.

A variety of options make the engine system charming. While the turbocharged 1.6-liter petrol provides output of 136 PS (100 kW / 134 hp), 170 PS (100 kW / 168 hp) and 250 PS (184 kW / 247 hp), on the diesel side, there’s a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that shoots up power of 116 PS (85 kW / 114 hp), 143 PS (105 kW / 141 hp) and 184 PS (135 kW / 181 hp).

Irrespective of the engines, it will be connected to a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. The car will have fuel injection range of 4.3 to 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers (40.6 to 54.7 mpg US / 48.7 to 65.7 mpg).

(via WCF)

The company has now made public a video of the car being tested. The new official video captures the high speed testing conducted at the Nardò Ring in Italy. We have been expecting to see the vehicle at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but then the new video suggest that it could be unveiled at the M Festival soon.

Though full details haven’t come by as yet, we have managed to know that the car will be pushed out of the assembly line with an aggressive body kit, a sport-tuned suspension and a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with approximately 575 PS (423 kW / 567 bhp) and 720 Nm (531 lb-ft) of torque.

The car will also sport a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and might offer all-wheel drive at a later stage.