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The BMW 1 Series was launched in September 2004 with the brand slogan 'the only 1'. Described as “Agile and Elegant” the BMW 1 Series is a compact hatchback boasting a front engine, rear wheel drive with three or five doors.
In obtaining an ideal body weight distribution the BMW 1 Series’ rear wheel drive plays an important part. The BMW 1 Series also has an aluminum front axle which helps perfectly balance between axles, improving handling and holding on fast bends. The Multi-link rear suspension ensures accuracy of wheel position.
The BMW 1 Series employs an electronic chassis control system as a standard feature. This Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) monitors the chassis and wheels and reduces drive power and applies precisely measured braking pressure in relation to traction loss. For extra traction the DSC can also been employed for difficult surfaces and reflects the BMW 1 Series combination of greater safety and increased driving pleasure. The BMW 1 Series also comes with an optional Active Steering system that adjusts the steering ratio to the car’s speed, thus increasing agility and cornering ability. The BMW 1 Series has a five –star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant safety and this is reflected in the incorporated safety features. The passive safety system incorporates crash sensors with immediate response, belt force tensioners and six airbags. The BMW 1 Series also features a Brake Force Display designed to alert drivers behind. This system illuminates the main light element for normal braking but for harder, sudden braking the entire brake light glows red. Reinforcements in the BMW 1 Series body around the front and sides helps protect the driver and passengers in an impact situation. The bumpers of the 1 Series can completely absorb the forces of impact at speeds below 4 km/h leaving the body undamaged.
Gearbox Six-speed manual is standard on all but the base model 116i. The BMW 1 Series also features a Start/Stop button, at traffic lights the auto start-spot function allows you to go into neutral and the engine cuts out and then restart instantly when the clutch is dropped again.
The BMW 1 Series also comes with an optional navigation system that uses the iDrive system. This iDrive system controls various other functions such as cabin climate control, entertainment options and communications. The HiFi systems features subwoofers beneath the front seats and ten speakers with surround sound. Using the AUX port, you can connect external devices such as MP3 players to all HiFi systems. Three BMW radios, a CD changer and an MD player complete the entertainment options.
These can be programmed for favourite settings and controlled from the Leather sports steering wheels with multifunction buttons.
| The BMW 3 Series Saloon comes with four electric windows, 16-inch alloy wheels, six-speed manual gearbox, air conditioning, CD/radio, six airbags, leather-covered steering wheel, trip computer, rear-seat ISOFIX child seat attachments, dynamic stability control (DSC+ on six cylinder models), run-flat tyres.
Engaging the latest technology the BMW 3 Series has been enhanced with 30% lighter engine parts, 25% stiffer bodyshell and six-speed manual and automatic gearboxes offering increased performance without losing economy of fuel. In 2006 the BMW 320d i was the Car of the Year.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon comes with a host of features that increase performance as well as safety. These include Dynamic Stability Control, Active Steering, adjusting the steering ratio to the car’s speed, Alimimum front axle improving balance, holding and handling and the five-arm rear axle ensuring the rear suspension behaves with superior elasto-kinematics and provides precise wheel guidance.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon features the xDrive all-wheel drive system. On wintry roads the xDrive system senses the possibility of under-or oversteering and redistributes power between the axles within milliseonds. On dry roads the xDrive distributes 40% of power to the front wheels and 60% to the rear. This system combined with the Dynamic Stability Control system provides increaseed traction, directional stability and safety.
Even in the most difficult situations the Active safety System is engaged with a singular object of keeping the BMW 3 Series Saloon safely on track. This Active Safety System employs a precisely-designed network of suspension, engine management, brakes and tyres, plus an array of electronic sensors, giving the driver maximum control and ensuring maximum safety. The Brake Force Display is also an added alert to drivers behind in cases of extreme braking.
Safety is reflected throughout the design of the BMW 3 Series making it one of the safest vehicles on the road. Six standard airbags, restraint system, seatbelt tensioners and force limiters along a safety body shell, reinforced in specific zones.
The iDrive system controls various functions such as cabin climate control, entertainment options and communications. Active Cruise Control System in the BMW 3 Series actively reduces and resumes Cruise Control in response to sensored traffic. Adaptive Headlights Sensors in the BMW 3 Series Saloon monitor the rate of yaw, the steering angle and the vehicle's speed and the xenon headlights move in correlation with the bend ahead. The high-beam assistant in the BMW 3 Series turns the high-beam lights on and off by itself.
Optional folding rear seats, increased boot space, “luggage compartment package” with 20- litre sliding drawer beneath the parcel shelf for files, laptop computers or other items weighing up to 5kg.
Launched with 150bhp 4-cyl 2.0 litre (320i), 218bhp 6-cyl 2.5-litre (325i) and 258bhp 6-cyl 3.0-litre (330i) petrol engines, plus a 163bhp 4-cyl 2.0-litre common rail turbodiesel (320d) all manual version cover the 0-62mph dash in 9.0 seconds or less.
Brake Standby primes the brakes when it detects the driver suddenly lifting off the throttle; Rain Brake Support gently applies the brakes in the wet - imperceptibly to the driver - to dry the discs; Hill Start Assist holds manual versions on a gradient allowing the driver to pull away without rolling backwards; Fading Compensation detects brake fade and applies increased braking pressure; Soft Stop releases a small proportion of braking pressure at the end of the braking cycle for gentler stopping, although it deactivates in emergency stops.
In the BMW 3 Series Saloon the roof is pressed down, the tail's longer, and both front and rear ends are lower. The saloon's five-sided rear lights are now wrapped around in a horizontal set. BMW says the whole thing looks squatter, wider and sleeker.
The BMW 3 Series Touring has electric door mirrors, exterior parts in body colour, heated exterior mirrors and windscreen washer jets, ornamental front grill with vertical slats in black and chrome surround and black roof rails.
Inside the BMW 3 Series Touring comes with automatic air conditioning, front armrest and centre armrest at the rear, cup holders in the instrument panel above the glove compartment, electric front and rear window with one touch function, interior rear-view mirror with automatic ante-dazzle function. In the luggage department there is a toolkit located in the luggage compartment, umbrella holder and luggage compartment light. The BWM 3 Series touring has a Start/Stop button and sun visors. The BMW 3 Series Touring comes with a leather steering wheel, with multifunction buttons. The steering column is adjustable for reaching and height.
Communication wish the BMW 3 Series Touring comes with AUX input points for auxiliary playing devices for example Apple ipod. There is also the BMW Professional radio with CD drive, and loudspeaker system with six speakers.
The BMW 3 Series Touring complies with EU 4 Emission standard, has an oxidizing converter and an oval exhaust tail pipe, down turned.
The BMW 3 Series Coupe
The BMW 3 Series Coupe interior comes with automatic air conditioning, 12V adapter socket, front armrest with storage compartment, rear armrest with cup holders, along with two additional cup holders in the instrument panel above the glove box, which is illuminated and lockable. Electric windows and door sill finishers with BMW designation. The BMW 3 Series Coupe has central locking switch and a start/stop button. The instrument panel reads Speed, engine revolution, fuel gauge, oil temperature, total and partial distance travelled, outside temperature, clock, Condition Based Service, variable display readout, Check-Control, Personal Profile functions, fuel consumption. Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors and seat belt handover - front and electric.
The BMW 3 Series Coupe has a self-adjusting clutch and six-speed manual transmission, 17-inch light allow Star-spoke style 157 wheels with run-flat tyres with reinforced side panels and extended hump rim, disc brakes at the front and rear, inner venter. The front axle is an aluminum, double-joint spring-strut.
There are 4 seats in the BMW 3 Series Coupe, with rear seat easy access system. There are two child seat IS OFIX attachments in the rear seats, which are 60:40 and fold.
The on-board computer displays average consumption, current consumption, range, average speed and time/date. The outside temperature is displayed in instrument panel with visual and acoustic warning at +3 degrees. The BMW 3 Series Coupe has auxiliary input point for auxiliary playing devices with preparation for six CD changer and rear window aerial AM/FM with diversity. The BMW professional radio comes with single CD player.
Exterior of the BMW 3 Series Coupe has an air scoop with black grille in the front bumper. The front and rear bumpers and the door handles are all in the body colour. The exhaust tailpipe is visible and in chrome finish matt, it is a single, left and round.
BMW 3 Series Convertible
The latest BMW 3 Series Convertible has traded in the traditional canvas hood for a more secure hard top, made out of lightweight body – coloured steel. The BMW 3 Series Convertible comes with front and rear Anti-roll bars. Four seats with storage nets on seats backrests and seat adjustments with electrical adjustment and driver memory. The steering wheel is a three-spoke sports leather with inserts in pearl grey matt chrome and multi-function controls. Steering is assisted by electrical power.
The fuel tank hold 63 litres and the 3.0-litre twin- turbo six-cylinder searing acceleration (0-60mph in less than six seconds) has high-precision direct injection and longlife spark plugs and three-way catalytic converter fully controlled. | BMW 5 Series
With restyled front headlights, new front and rear bumpers and restyled taillight with LED technology the BMW 5 Series, now in its fifth generation, is a mid-size luxury car / executive car manufactured since 1972. The BMW 5 Series perfectly blends sports performance, innovative technology and aesthetic design. Delievering more power from less fuel with a new High Precision Injection system and advanced diesel engines. With six-speed manual transmission the 530i SE goes from 0-62mph in 6.3 seconds.
The BMW 5 Series is one of the most spacious executive saloons, especially for rear-seat passengers with a 520 litre boot. The BMW 5 Series has automatic air-conditioning, front armrest with storage compartment and rear armrest with cupholders. Electric windows, lockable and illuminated glove compartment and start/stop button.
The BMW 5 Series has advanced head protection system with front to rear head airbags, and anti-lock braking system, brake fade compensation, Control check warning system, crash sensor activating central locking release, hazard warning lights, fuel cut-off and interior lighting, Dynamic Stability Control, Dynamic Traction Control, Electonic Brake Force Distribution. The complete front-end of the BMW 5 Series is made from lightweight aluminum including bonnet and front wings. The BMW 5 Series also has a Safety body with Deformation zones front and rear, door reinforcements and bumpers that regenerate to their original shape in impacts up to 4 mph The front and rear have park distance control and hill-start assistant.
As an optional feature the BMW 5 Series the Head-Up Display projects speed, navigation directions, alerts and other important information directly in the drivers line of vision. The BMW 6 Series is offered in one model, the 650i, either as a four-seat coupe or a four-place convertible with a conventional, power-operated fabric top. The BMW 6 Series coupe and convertible are two-door style with agile handling, swift braking, slick manual transmission and supportive seats ensuring ride quality and comfort.The BMW 6 Series has aerodynamically designed rear light clusters with LED technology. The BMW 6 Series Bumper system has interchangeable crumple zones both front and rear which can absorb impacts at speeds up to 9.5 mph and reversible impact absorbers in the front absorbing impacts at speeds up to 2.5 mph. The bumpers are in body colour both front and rear as are door handles - exterior trims in chrome. The exhaust tailpipes are in polished stainless steel and the front ornamental grille is also in chrome.
The BMW 6 Series has all round anti-corrosion system with partial hot galvanizing phosphate treatment and cathodic dip paintwork for the preservation of hollow cavities and underfloor protection. The BMW 6 Series Coupe is a sports coupé that blends a sports-car spirit with large-saloon luxury. The BMW 6 Series Coupe has a long wheelbase and bonnet, extremely short overhangs and the standard 18-inch alloy wheels, sweeping lines, the fine detailing and the perfect proportions: 4.80 metres long, 1.90 metres wide, 1.40 metres high. The BMW 6 Series Coupe comes with Six-speed transmission, Sport mode, Dynamic Drive, Dynamic Stability Control, Active Steering, Dynamic Traction Control, Lightweight chassis, Head-Up Display, iDrive, Leather sports steering wheel, Adaptive Headlights, BMW Night Vision, Chassis control systems, Airbags, Brake Force Display.
The BMW 6 Series has Keyless entrance, stop/start button and optional electric glass sunroof.
The BMW 6 Series Convertible has a fully automatic top that is fitted with a rear window that is able to be lowered. When the top is up the variable stowage space in the boot can be adjusted easily by hand to produce extra room. The BMW 6 Series Convertible 650i comes with 18-inch radial-spoke allow wheels as a standard and run-flat tyres.
The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury vehicle 4-door, 5-passenger saloon with sleek, streamlined double headlights, over its arching, coupé-like silhouette, high quality stylish interior with leather upholstery and ergonomically sculpted seats and held in the esteem of been one of the best-driving luxury saloon in the world.
Safety in the BMW 7 Series is controlled by state-of-the-art sensor technology which take just 5 milliseconds to recognise which ones of the Eight airbags need to be inflated, at the same time, the occupant restraint system and Active Headrests (if the optional Comfort Seats are fitted) are activated as required.
Outstanding comfort is offered by the BMW 7 Series with electronically-adjusted rear seats, rear-cabin display screen and Controller and even more room in the rear of the car, offering a luxurious spaciousness. The temperature is monitored and maintained at a constant temperature with the Climate Control a standard in the BMW 7 Series. The iDrive system controls climate, audio and navigation functions via a single console-mounted dial and a central display.
The BMW X3
Standard equipment in the BMW X3 includes front, side and head airbags, alarm, remote central locking, ABS, automatic stability control, hill descent control, two Isofix child seat anchor points, five three-point seatbelts, cruise control, xDrive four-wheel drive, 17-inch alloy wheels, climate control, manual front seat adjustment, heated door mirrors, park distance and control roof rails. Sport adds 18-inch alloy wheels, anthracite headlining, black window surrounds, BMW Sports seats, sports suspension tuning and a three-spoke sports steering wheel.
Versatility is reflected through the BMW X3, with a four-person capacity the variable interior with folding rear seat bench, optional bike rack and wide low tailgate, optional additional storage compartments, luggage nets and parcel rails create versatility within this all-round vehicle.
The optional BMW Professional HiFi system's powerful output, seven-band equaliser and ten high-quality speakers. Carver technology supplies superb bass playback, even at low volumes. Equally captivating is the optional audio speaker system featuring eight speakers and two subwoofers.
The BMW X3 has optional advanced DVD system enables you to play DVDs and audio CDs and includes 7-inch, anti-glare colour screens integrated into the front seats and a six-disc DVD changer in the boot, two cordless stereo headphones and a infra-red remote control. Gaming consoles or video cameras attached easily via the RCA socket. The navigation system with its 16:9 monitor can also be optionally fitted with a TV function.
A BMW X3 with a 2.5si engine takes just 8.5 seconds to complete the 0-62mph sprint with a top speed of 130mph and produces 218hp at 6,500rpm and 250Nm of torque between 2,750 and 4,250rpm with a standard manual Six-gear transmission. Leather seats and aluminium trimming on door handles high quality materials and workmanship.
The BMW X5
The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV described as powerful, elegant, dynamic and versatile with state-of-the-art technologies and pioneering design. A five-seater standard, the BMW X5 is also available with an optional folding third row of seats to convert it into a seven-seater. The storage capacity of 620 litres can be extended to 1,750 litres by folding down the second row of seats, allowing even larger objects or sports equipment to be stowed easily.
The glove compartment has been uniquely designed with a lower flap that prevents contents from spilling out on opening. The doors also have large storage compartments with the stereo speakers relocated under the seats.
The new BMW X5 comes with a simple to operate, completely new electronic gear selector switch. The left-hand shift gate operates the sports automatic mode to allow semi-automatic changes between the six gears. The right-hand shift gate controls the usual fully automatic settings: Drive (D), Neutral (N) and Reverse (R). Park (P) is now activated by pressing a button on the gear selector switch.
The BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle comes with an optional panorama glass roof. Each half of the panorama roof can be angled at the touch of a button. When the roof is open, the wind deflector reduces any turbulence by changing angle according to vehicle speed. The electric sunblind offers extra protection against direct sunlight.
The BMW X5 has an optional backup camera that displays a 120 degree wide-angle image on the central iDrive display. Interactive trace lines also notify the driver if the parking space is large enough.
Under the bonnet of BMW Z4 there is a catalytic converter, light alloy cylinder head, light alloy engine block, six-cylinder in-line engine with four valve technology and Valvetronic II and EU 4 emissions management. The Z4 comes as a Coupe with powerful contours and a streamlined silhouette with long bonnet and wheelbase with short overhangs and a sleek roofline. The striking nose leads to a prominent double-kidney grille with the rear bearing the upswept profile of the integrated spoiler with a third brake light. Or as the Roadster described as one of the most intriguing sports cars currently available, with a reputation for engaging handling and steering, thrilling inline six-cylinder engine and distinctive styling.
BMW Z4 elegance is present within the cabin with it’s fascia trims in aluminum, leather-covered sports steering wheel with multifunction settings and gear shift buttons and as a standard M sports seats with integral head restraints, high side bolsters and individually adjustable seat height, thigh support and backrest angle.
The BMW Z4 comes with six-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual transmission, 6-speed automatic transmission, Lightweight chassis, Suspension and damping, Electric power steering, Dynamic Stability Control, Traction control (DTC) and a Sport mode. Other features include Cornering Brake Control, Run-flat tyres, Bi-xenon headlights, High-performance braking system and Two-stage brake lights.
The body of the BMW Z4 is constructed out of highly rigid steel and can withstand impacts of speeds up to 15km/h. In terms of safety the BMW Z4 Coupe incorporates Advanced Safety Electronics (ASE) that ensures the four standard airbags are activated as required. Inside the BMW Z4 there is automatic aircondition, battery in luggage compartment with jump start facility in engine bay.
The BMW Z4 Roadster has a fully automatic remote control roof that folds away in less than 10 seconds with a scratchproof mineral glass rear window.
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