Earlier this week we were presenting you a fuel economy test between Bmw 520d and Toyota Prius, where the Bmw won. Today another vehicle of the Bavarian automaker, the Bmw 118d Advanced Diesel, showed its green capabilities and received the title as the 2008 World Green Car of the Year.
Among Bmw 118d competitors were Smart ForTwo CDI and Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDI but with its Efficient Dynamics features like the battery recharge when braking, good aerodynamics, low rolling resistance and carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic the four-door hatchback powered by a 1.8-liter diesel engine simply smashed the other two cars.
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Hartge today released their tuning kit for the 1-Series Coupe and Convertible. Even they didn’t work under the hood, the car gets an even sporty look.
It features a new adjustable sports suspension, carbon fiber, 18 and 19-inch alloy wheels. On the interior Hartge added a new sports steering wheel, aluminum pedals, a leather/aluminum handbrake handle and new dials.
BMW will unveil at the Geneva Motor Show the Original BMWAccessories for the 1-Series and 3-Series, a wide wide range of attractive features allows every BMW driver to upgrade his or her car over and above its standard equipment and the options available from the factory to meet his personal requirements and individual style. The BMW performance parts will be available as of late March/early April.
It will include updates for the suspension, drivetrain, aerodynamics, and cockpit of the car. The BMW Performance Aerodynamics Kit optimises the dynamic driving qualities of the car and at the same time guarantees a powerful look in everyday traffic.
Available for all models in the BMW 1 Series, the BMW Performance Aerodynamics Kit comprises a striking front air dam with a highly expressive, fully integrated surround on the BMW kidney grille in black high-gloss look as well as dynamically contoured side-sills. The BMW Performance double-spoke light-alloy wheels, through their exclusive design, accentuate the sporting character of the car and enhance agility to an even higher standard through their particularly low weight. Depending on the model, these wheels come in either 18 or 19 inches.
Press release after the jump.
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BMW will unveil at the Geneva Motor Show a performance aero kit for the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 1 Series. The aero kit features retrofittable options for the suspension, drivetrain, aerodynamics, and cockpit of the car developed especially for the respective model, reflecting the particular style of the brand in its technical and design features, and fulfilling all of BMW’s excellent standards in terms of quality and safety.
The BMW Performance Aerodynamics Kit optimises the dynamic driving qualities of the car and at the same time guarantees a powerful look in everyday traffic. Available for all models in the BMW 1 Series, the BMW Performance Aerodynamics Kit comprises a striking front air dam with a highly expressive, fully integrated surround on the BMW kidney grille in black high-gloss look as well as dynamically contoured side-sills.
Model-specific accessories made of carbon-fibre are also available in the interest of enhanced aerodynamics. These are carbon exterior mirror caps on all models in the BMW 1 Series, the BMW Performance carbon rear spoiler again for all models in the BMW 1 Series and the BMW 3 Series Saloon, as well as the BMW Performance carbon diffuser for all BMW 1 Series and all BMW 3 Series.
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Fleet-footed and charmingly agile, just like the legendary 02 models from the 1970`s, but with a 21st century engine, safety and suspension technology: BMW fans have long been waiting for a sports coupé like the Series 1. Particularly since, just like its legendary predecessor, it has two rear seats and a boot.
This fascinating vehicle can be made even better handling and more attractive with the optional Eibach Suspension Components, without making it a less practical and comfortable daily run-around. The Pro-Kit Performance Springs bring the centre of gravity closer to the road, make for better looking vehicle. In addition, the Pro-Spacer Aluminum-Wheel-Spacers optimise the overall impression and also improve handling.
First unveiled last year at the Tokyo Motor Show, the 1-Series tii Concept will make its North American debut at the Chicago Auto Show. Based on the new BMW 1 Series Coupe, this design study represents the natural evolution of the BMW compact two-door with a clear focus on performance.
The BMW Concept 1 Series tii brings out all these strengths and shows how much the development principles which applied more than four decades ago are still appropriate today when setting out to create a truly unique driving experience. Traditional and modern: lightweight construction as the basic principle, CFP as the solution.
BMW Concept 1 Series tii combines visual features carried over from the past with the most advanced technology available. Its basic principle rests on traditional values, while high-tech materials and applications are used to maximize its performance potential. To save weight and ensure an ideal weight balance, selected components on BMW Concept 1 Series tii are made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFP).
Press release after the jump.
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BMW UK announced two new models that will make their world debut in March at the Geneva Motor Show: the 320d Convertible and the 125i Coupe. Next to them BMW will also launch a concept car showcasing the outlook and future direction of BMW’s innovative EfficientDynamics programme, the new M3 Convertible and the BMW X6.
The 320d Convertible will be available in both SE and M Sport guises, and will be powered by the same 1,995 cc engine from other 320d models in the 3 Series range to offer 177hp and 350Nm of torque. It will go on sale in March at a price of £35,735.
The new 125i Coupe is powered by a 2,996 cc four-cylinder engine that delivers 218 hp. It accelerates from zero to 62mph in 6.4 seconds and achieves a top speed of 152mph. Sales will begin on March at a price of £23,195 for the SE version and £25,050 for the M Sport derivative.
Press release after the jump.
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BMW Germany revealed the 1-Series Performance Parts brochure. The "BMW Performance" was first launched in September 2007 first for the 3-series and Z4.
The 1-Series Performance Parts follows the design of the tii concept. It features carbon-fiber, race-style alloy wheels and a new bodykit.
More details will follow after an English press release (brochure is available only in German).
Last year at the Tokyo Motor Show 2007 BMW presented the 1-Series tii Concept, a design study that represents the evolution of BMW’s compact two-door with a clear focus on uncompromising sportiness. At that moment BMW has announced that the concept will see production and here are the first spy shots that prove that: the 135ii production version scoped by
1addicts.com. As seen from the spy shots the production version will stay fateful to the concept: revised front fascia, side skirts, carbon fiber diffuser and matching rear wing. The concept was made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFP) to save weight and probably this will also happen with the production version.
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Those whose definition of pure driving pleasure includes wind in the face and sunshine above now have even more to smile about, as pricing was announced today for the new BMW 1 Series Convertible during its world debut at the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The vehicle, which goes on sale in time for summer, will start at $33,875 for the 128i model and $39,875 for the 135i model. The 1 Series Coupe arrives in dealerships in March.
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