Munich. As from the spring of 2018, extensive
additions and improvements to the drive portfolio will enhance the
pleasure of driving in numerous BMW model series. BMW BluePerformance
technology including an SCR catalytic converter with AdBlue injection
for diesel engines will come as standard in all series in future.
Moreover, emission-reducing petrol engine particulate filters will be
fitted to further models as from March 2018. An exceptionally powerful
four-cylinder diesel engine will be added to the range of engines for
the BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle. Furthermore, engine power of
additional models of the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 4 Series will be
transferred to the road by an 8-speed Steptronic transmission.
As from March 2018, an extended range of standard equipment will
underscore the premium character of the BMW 5 Series Sedan and the BMW
5 Series Touring. Also, the highly dynamic handling characteristics of
the M Performance model BMW X3 M40i (combined fuel consumption:
8.4 – 8.2 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 193 – 188 g/km) will be
additionally enhanced by the M Sport differential, which will be
available as a standard option as from April 2018. Furthermore, the
range of options from BMW ConnectedDrive will become more diverse and
attractive thanks to the remote services now available as standard on
all models and an extended range of functions for the Concierge Service.
SCR catalytic converter with AdBlue injection now standard for
all diesel model series.
BMW ensures maximum effective reduction of nitrogen oxide emissions
produced by diesel engines through the upgrade of the NOX storage
catalyst to include an SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system. As
from the spring of 2018, BMW BluePerformance technology with AdBlue
injection will also become available as standard on all diesel models
of the BMW 1 Series, BMW 2 Series, BMW 3 Series and
BMW 4 Series. Furthermore, following the BMW X1 xDrive20d (combined
fuel consumption: 4.8 – 4.7 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
127 – 123 g/km), the BMW xDrive18d (combined fuel consumption:
4.9 – 4.7 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 129 – 124 g/km) and the
BMW X1 sDrive18d (combined fuel consumption: 4.3 – 4.1 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 114 – 109 g/km) will be fitted with the SCR
system. In the case of the BMW X1 xDrive18d and the BMW X1 sDrive 18d,
the optimised reduction of emissions is linked to the introduction of
a new, now dual fed exhaust system.
Optimised emission behaviour thanks to petrol engine
particulate filter.
As from March 2018, additional BMW petrol-driven models will feature
a petrol engine particulate filter for optimum emission performance.
After the introduction of this exhaust gas purification technology in
July 2017 on the BMW 220i Coupe (combined fuel consumption:
5.9 – 5.5 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 136 – 127 g/km), the BMW
230i Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 5.9 – 5.7 l/100 km; combined
CO2 emissions: 134 – 131 g/km), the BMW 220i Convertible (combined
fuel consumption: 6.2 – 5.8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
141 – 133 g/km), the BMW 230i Convertible (combined fuel consumption:
6.8 – 6.5 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 143 – 138 g/km), the BMW
X3 xDrive20i (combined fuel consumption: 7.3 – 7.1 l/100 km; combined
CO2 emissions: 168 – 163 g/km) and the BMW X3 xDrive30i (combined
fuel consumption: 7.3 – 7.2 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
168 – 164 g/km), additional series are now to follow. From March 2018,
exhaust gas purification systems featured by the BMW 420i Coupe/BMW
420i xDrive Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 6.9 – 5.8 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 161 – 134 g/km), the BMW 430i Coupe/BMW
430i xDrive Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 6.5 – 5.9 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 151 – 138 g/km), the BMW X1 sDrive18i
(combined fuel consumption: 5.4 – 5.3 l/100 km; combined CO2
emissions: 124 – 121 g/km) and the plug-in hybrid sports car
BMW i8 Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 1.9 l/100 km; combined power
consumption:14.0 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 42 g/km) will be
additionally fitted with a particulate filter.
BMW X3: New diesel engine and M Sport differential.
Following its successful market launch only a few months ago, there
will be an addition to the engine portfolio of the new BMW X3. In the
new BMW X3 xDrive25d, a particularly powerful four-cylinder diesel
engine will transfer its output of 170 kW/231 hp to the tarmac or
off-road terrain via the standard 8-speed Steptronic transmission and
intelligent four-wheel drive technology. The BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology featured on the 2-litre power unit comprises a two-stage
charging system and extremely precise Common Rail direct injection,
operating at a maximum pressure of 2,500 bar. The engine delivers a
maximum torque of 500 Nm and accelerates the BMW X3 xDrive25d from 0
to 100/km in 6.8 seconds. The car’s high efficiency is reflected in a
combined fuel consumption of 6.1 to 5.8 litres per 100 kilometres and
CO2 emissions of 160 to 154 grams per kilometre (provisional figures
as per EU test cycle, depending on selected tyre size).
The BMW X3 M40i plays the leading role within the model range of
Sports Activity Vehicles. Starting in April 2018, the 265 kW/360 hp
M Performance automobile will be fitted as standard with the new
M Sport differential. Through a targeted locking effect on the rear
axle, the electronically controlled system, which is linked to the DSC
stability programme, creates the optimum prerequisites for even more
dynamic acceleration out of bends. In addition, the BMW X3 M40i will
feature in future a Sensatec instrument panel.
8-speed Steptronic transmission now standard on additional
models.
As from March 2018, the number of BMW models equipped as standard
with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission will increase even further.
The automatic transmission enhances not only comfort, but also the
acceleration and efficiency of each respective vehicle. In future, the
BMW 320d xDrive Sedan (combined fuel consumption: 5.2 – 5.1 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 137 – 133 g/km), the BMW 320d xDrive Touring
(combined fuel consumption: 5.4 – 5.1 l/100 km; combined CO2
emissions: 141 – 136 g/km) and the BMW 320d xDrive Gran Turismo
(combined fuel consumption: 5.3 – 5.2 l/100 km; combined CO2
emissions: 141 – 138 g/km) will also reap the benefits of this technology.
Moreover, as from March 2018, the 8-speed Steptronic transmission
will also come as standard on additional BMW 4 Series models. With
rapid gearshift and excellent gearshift comfort, this technology
convinces in the BMW 420i xDrive Coupe (combined fuel consumption:
6.6 – 6.5 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 151 – 148 g/km) and the
BMW 430i Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 6.1 – 6.0 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 140 – 137 g/km) as well as the BMW
420d xDrive Gran Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 5.2 – 5.1 l/100 km;
combined CO2 emissions: 136 – 134 g/km).
Additional standard equipment for the BMW 5 Series.
From March 2018, comfort, functionality and the premium ambience of
the BMW 5 Series will be additionally underlined by an extended range
of standard equipment. In future, all versions of the BMW 5 Sedan and
the BMW 5 Series Touring will roll off the assembly line with Park
Distance Control comprising front and rear sensors, and with LED fog
lamps. Also, an alarm system and a wheel bolt securing system are now
standard. Furthermore, the BMW 5 Series Sedan will also feature a
40 : 20 : 40 split folding rear seat backrest.
Remote Services now standard on all model series.
From March 2018, intelligent networking will facilitate use of remote
services in all current BMW models. This is made possible by an
upgrade of the functions provided by the standard BMW ConnectedDrive
services. This means that the driver is not only able to have the
position of the vehicle as well as information on fuel consumption and
further vehicle status details displayed on a Smartphone, but also to
activate headlight flasher, remote flasher, ventilation and locking
and unlocking of doors.
Moreover, the range of functions for the BMW ConnectedDrive Concierge
Service has also been extended. As from March 2018, the personal
assistant, which offers help with information and support during the
journey at the press of a button, will even be able to reserve
admissionn tickets for selected cinemas.
I* all models available at the start of production in March and/or
April (BMW X3)
Further information on official fuel consumption figures, specific
CO2 emission values and the electric power consumption of new
passenger cars is included in the following guideline: “Leitfaden
über Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch
neuerPersonenkraftwagen” (Guideline for fuel consumption, CO2
emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars), which
can be obtained from all dealerships, from the Deutsche Automobil
Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760
Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at http://www.dat.de/en/offers/publications/guideline-for-fuel-consumption.html.
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