There will be a host of changes in the BMW stable as of July
2012 with a particular focus on fuel consumption improvements and new
equipment. South Africans will see the improvements made available over the
next few months as changes are rolled out worldwide.
Some of the expected changes include:
A new BMW 114i has been introduced as an entry-level model
with a turbocharged four cylinder engine that produces 75kW with 180Nm of
torque. This model will not be available in South Africa. However, South
Africans can look forward to the arrival of the M135i in September 2012. The
M135i will produce 235kWwith 450Nm of torque and will come with six-speed
manual transmission as standard. Now that’s something to look forward to.
BMW recently launched the new 3-Series sedan range and will
add to it with the new 330d, making use of straight six diesel power. The range
will also see the addition of the new entry-level 100kW BMW 316i at the end of
2012 which will be mated with either a six-speed manual or 8-speed automatic
transmission.
A number of BMW Individual options will be offered with The
M Sport Package with the M Aerodynamics Package. These include special door
sills and cabin footrests, chromed exhaust pipes, new instrument cluster, M
Sports braking system and a choice of either 18” or 19” alloy rims.
Most of the changes will occur in the 5-Series range. In the
GT range, a new model will be included, the 530d. The 550 has been tweaked to
330kW with 650nM of torque. A new multifunction instrument display will also
feature in the 5-Series that is freely programmable by the driver. A Bang &
Olufsen High End Surround-Sound System will also be available for all 5-Series
models in South Africa.
BMW will also incorporate a hands-free boot lid operation
that will come as standard on all 5-Series models. The Gran Turismo will also
be fitted with a Auto Stop/Start system as well as electric power steering to
assist in improving fuel consumption.
The Gran Turismo will also come with Driving Experience
Control with Eco Pro mode allowing the driver to make adjustments according to
road conditions or driver preference. An extra option on the GT is a parking
assist mechanism that helps find a safe parking space and assists in parking.
The 5-Series GT also features an Active Protection safety package that prepares
the cabin for a collision when detected, automatically slowing the vehicle down
and applying the brakes for an extra 1.5 seconds after the collision, amazing.
BMW 6-Series
The BMW 6-Series range will be fitted with assistance systems that includes ‘no overtaking’ information as well as automatic stop start for certain models.
The retractable hard top will get BMW individual treatment
and a selection of contrasting colours will be available including matte black
or silver metallic.
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