BMW at the 87th Geneva International Motor Demonstrate 2017.

At the two thousand seventeen Geneva International Motor Display, BMW will be presenting current highlights from its range of models as well as the latest advances in the field of sustainable mobility with all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The new-generation BMW five Series Touring will make its world debut at this 87th edition of the renowned motor display held at the Palexpo convention centre. Also set to be unveiled to the public for the very first time in Geneva is the fresh BMW four Series, fresh from a round of design, chassis, interior ambience and equipment enhancements. Another off the hook version of the ground-breaking BMW i8 plug-in-hybrid sports car will also be celebrating its world premiere, as visitors to the Geneva showcase (which runs from nine – nineteen March 2017) are introduced to the BMW i8 Protonic Frozen Black Edition.

World premiere: the fresh BMW five Series Touring.

The fresh version of the BMW five Series Touring, which has traditionally loved particular success in European car markets, raises the model’s signature combination of driving pleasure, aesthetic appeal, innovation and intelligent functionality to an even higher level. With its attractively balanced proportions and distinctive vehicle geometry, the assets design exudes both sporting spectacle and versatility. Compared with the outgoing model, the fresh BMW five Series Touring has slightly larger exterior dimensions and provides noticeably more space for passengers and luggage. The acoustic practice and levels of on-board convenience for rear-seat passengers have both been optimised.

Even with all seats occupied, the fresh BMW five Series Touring’s blast compartment can hold five hundred seventy litres of gear – ten litres more than its predecessor suggested. Luggage space can be extended up to 1,700 litres (an extra thirty litres), if required. The permissible payload is considerably higher than for the outgoing model. Variability is enhanced by a number of practical details. Bottles with a volume up to one litre now fit inwards the doors and the cupholders in the centre console likewise accommodate larger volumes. The 40:20:40 split/folding rear seat backrest can be lowered at the touch of a button in the fountain compartment. Tilt angle adjustment for the backrest is available as an option. The stream compartment cover and partition net are stowed in separate cartridges in recesses underneath the blast compartment floor, and a separately-opening rear window and automatic tailgate operation also form part of standard specification. Convenience Access (optional) includes hands-free opening and closing of the tailgate.

When sales of the fresh BMW five Series Touring commence in June 2017, there will be four engines from the BMW Group’s latest generation of power units to choose from. Two of these will be combined with the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system from the outset. Other variants will go after during the course of the year, teaming up with conventional rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Engine efficiency, optimised aerodynamics and weight diminished by an average of one hundred kilograms compared to the equivalent outgoing models mean that fuel consumption and emissions have been diminished by up to eleven per cent, depending on the engine variant.

Intelligent lightweight construction goes arm in mitt with enhanced torsional rigidity in both the assets and freshly engineered chassis. As a result, the fresh BMW five Series Touring offers a more harmonious balance inbetween agility and rail convenience than ever before. Standard equipment includes self-levelling air suspension at the rear, while Dynamic Damper Control, the Adaptive Drive system with active assets roll stabilisation, Integral Active Steering – which is now also available in conjunction with xDrive – and M Sport suspension can be specified as options.

The display and operating concept now encompasses a touchscreen monitor and BMW gesture control, and fresh assistance systems like the Steering and lane control assistant represent another step towards automated driving. Remote Control Parking is also available for the fresh BMW five Series Touring, and other highlights in the field of intelligent connectivity include the innovative On-Street Parking Information service.

Sportier than ever: the fresh BMW four Series.

Featuring sharper design and a reworked chassis, the fresh BMW four Series proceeds along its upward curve. Redesigned air intakes and rear aprons, and the now standard LED headlights and LED rear lights emphasise the off the hook and sporty look of the fresh BMW four Series Coupe, fresh BMW four Series Convertible and fresh BMW four Series Gran Coupe. Fresh electroplated elements, chrome applications and a high-gloss black finish for the centre console add extra touches of class to the interior.

In conjunction with the optional Navigation system Professional, the menus for the iDrive operating system are now introduced in tile form on the Control Display. These large control panels can be arranged as the user wishes, and the related menu content displayed is permanently updated. The Multifunctional Instrument Display is now also available for the BMW four Series as an option.

Stiffer suspension makes the treating of the fresh BMW four Series Coupe and fresh BMW four Series Gran Coupe even sportier, with no associated loss of convenience. High-performance tyres are suggested as an option for the models at the top end of the power ratings.

Redesigned full-LED rear lights and premium additions to the interior enhance the looks of the BMW M4 Coupe and BMW M4 Convertible. Both of these high-performance sports cars also come with the fresh version of the Navigation system Professional and the latest BMW ConnectedDrive Services.

Electrically-powered driving enjoyment on the road to success; world premiere of the BMW i8 Protonic Frozen Black Edition.

With the BMW i3 capturing a gigantic market share, and fresh special-edition versions of the BMW i8 and extra BMW iPerformance models both on the way, the BMW Group is extending its global leadership in the field of sustainable mobility. The BMW i3 is the most successful electrified vehicle in the premium compact segment. Likewise, the BMW i8 proceeds to top its class by a substantial margin. Thanks to the i8 and the BMW iPerformance models, BMW is the world’s most successful maker of plug-in hybrid models in the premium segment. A sales milestone of 100,000 BMWs powered by either an all-electric or plug-in-hybrid drive system was passed in autumn 2016. And the BMW Group is aiming to sell a further 100,000 vehicles featuring BMW eDrive technology in 2017.

The line-up of special, limited-run special editions of the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car resumes to expand in number. The BMW i8 Protonic Frozen Black Edition, for example, will feast its world premiere at the two thousand seventeen Geneva Motor Demonstrate. A BMW Individual Protonic Frozen Black paint finish and bespoke interior styling further accentuate its avant-garde allure. And later in 2017, BMW i will launch the BMW i8 Protonic Frozen Yellow Edition, providing customers another way to practice electrically-powered driving pleasure laced with added exclusivity.

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