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Full set of BMW X1 photos released by BMW to the press. Enjoy!

Here are some snapshots of the latest BMW M5 undergoing testing, courtesy of http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/07…rged-uber.html . How can we be certain that the prototype seen here is actually an M5 and not any other mainstream version of the 5-Series sedan, codenamed F10, that’s expected to arrive in 2010?

Well, first of all, the test mule is equipped with the M-division’s trademark four tail pipes. Then there’s the wider fenders, the massive disc brakes, the ‘extra-large’ alloy wheels shod in beefy tires and finally, the lowered ride height. Need any more proof?

The current M5 that is powered by a 507HP 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine is one of the most high acclaimed sports sedans in the market providing supercar-like performance and handling along with daily driver comfort and livability, and BMW intends to keep it that way with the M5’s replacement.

ccording to Carscoop sources, BMW’s engineers will ditch the current model’s 5.0-liter V10 and replace it with a tweaked version of the more powerful, yet lighter, twin-turbo V8 that was introduced on the X5M and X6M crossovers.

In those two models, the compact 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 makes 555 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 680Nm or 501-lbs/ft of peak torque available from 1,500 to 5,650 rpm. In the M5, the turbocharged V8 could flirt closer to the 600 horsepower barrier. In comparison, today’s V10 churns out 507HP and 520Nm or 383-lbs/ft of torque.

We must note though that some recent reports sourced from the UK suggest that BMW may go for for a twin-turbocharged V10 engine generating around 600 ponies.

Either way, power will be sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed twin-clutch transmission, and if we’re lucky, BMW may offer a manual gearbox option as it does with the current M5 here in the U.S.

And for those that want a bit more practicality, BMW will also develop a Touring variant of the M5 that should arrive after the sedan model sometime in late 2011.

Preview of the Dakar Yellow E92 M3. The full photo shoot will go live this Friday on bimmerpost.

Eisenmann Sport Performance
Brembo 365×34mm / 345×28mm with custom Race Grey finish and Race Brembo font
HRE 18″ HRE Monoblock Race Wheels
Nitto NT05 275/35/18 all around
BBS Stud conversion kit
KW Clubsport Kit
AA Software
Vorsteiner Polyurethane front lip spoiler (Gloss black)
Vorsteiner VRS Rear diffuser type II 1×1 weav
Vorsteiner E92 VRS Boot Lid 1×1 weav
OEM M3 E92 mirror caps (Gloss black)
IND Painted reflectors
IND Painted side markers with tinted LED (Gloss black)
IND Painted front grilles (Gloss black)
IND Tinted rear tail lights

New pics of the 720d 306hp bi-turbo diesel 7 series M sedan. Enjoy! Also in unrelated news, I lost all my posts between October and June this year because of a bad query I made when I was trying to update images on this blog from my old domain to the new domain… so I’m slowly adding more posts up from images I had. Thanks and keep reading

For 2010 BMW has decided to release a few subtle and not so subtle changes to the 1-Series (outside the USA).

In the engine department, two new entry-level models are being added to the lineup.

BMW 120i Coupe
2.0-litre four-cylinder with BMW High Precision Injection (direct gasoline injection)
125 kW/170 hp @ 6,700 rpm
210 Newton-metres/155 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm
0 – 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds
224 km/h or 149 mph top speed.
Average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle is 6.6 litres/ 100 kilometres, the CO2 emission rating is 153 grams per kilometre.

BMW 118d Coupe
2.0 litre with aluminium crankcase, turbocharging and common-rail fuel injection.
105 kW/143 hp @ 4,000 rpm
300 Newton-metres/221 lb-ft between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm.
0 – 100 km/h in 9.0 seconds
210 km/h or 130 mph top speed.
Average fuel consumption according to the EU standard of 4.5 litres/100 kilometres (equal to 62.8 mpg imp) and a CO2 emission rating of 119 grams per kilometre.

EfficientDynamics
Both new variants of the BMW 1 Series Coupé come as standard with a wide range of BMW EfficientDynamics technologies such as Brake Energy Regeneration, an Auto Start Stop function, a gearshift point indicator and ancillary units with on-demand management and control.

BMW 1 Series Lifestyle and Sport Editions

The new Lifestyle and Sport Edition Models add further class and style. The Edition Models excel in particular through particularly attractive, high-quality and carefully matched features and equipment, and are available on all engine variants of the three-door and five-door.

The Lifestyle Edition exudes stylish extravagance both on the exterior and in the interior of the BMW 1er, highlighted by body paintwork in exclusive Marrakesh Brown Metallic including additional components in body colour and chrome-plated tailpipes as well as exclusive light-alloy rims in five-spoke design. All models come with 17-inch wheels.

On the five-door the exterior is rounded off by the car’s special finish on the window shaft covers and side window surrounds in Shadow Line, on the three-door in Chrome Line. Chrome entry trim proudly bearing the name “BMW Edition“, a leather sports steering wheel with multifunction buttons, and roof lining in anthracite colour provide a particular touch of modern elegance within the interior.

The exclusivity of the Lifestyle Edition is highlighted to an even higher level of perfection by the interior colour scheme matched to the colour of the paintwork. Features include interior trim in high-gloss Marrakesh Brown as well as door panels and seat upholstery in Magma Brown. And as an alternative to Network cloth upholstery there is also the choice of Pearlpoint upholstery with Magma Brown cloth / leather.

The exterior and interior features are also carefully matched to one another on the Sport Edition Model, giving the BMW 1 Series particularly dynamic and powerful character. The Edition Models come as standard with the M Sports Package including the M Aerodynamics Package, a sports suspension set-up as well as 17-inch light-alloy wheels in dual-spoke design. The BMW 130i and BMW 123d feature 18-inch light-alloy wheels in Ferric Grey paintwork available as an option also on the other model variants. Exclusive Blackline rear lights, exterior features in body colour, Shadow Line on the window shaft covers and side window surrounds, foglamps and chrome-plated tailpipes on the exhaust round off the striking look of the exterior.

The sporting and exclusive flair of the interior is highlighted by chrome-plated entry trim bearing the name “BMW Edition“, stainless-steel pedals, an M footrest, an M sports steering wheel, an M gearshift lever complete with its gaiter made of soft nappa leather, interior trim in Aluminium Glacier Silver and roof lining in anthracite colour. As yet a further highlight the BMW 1 Series Sport Edition comes with sports seats for the driver and front passenger in a combination of cloth and Sensatec featuring blue ornamental stitching around the seat bottoms and headrests. And to provide the final touch the footmats are adorned by blue piping.

In conjunction with one of the navigation systems available as an option the BMW 1 Series proudly boasts the new generation of BMW iDrive electronic vehicle management. Entering the 2010 model year, the BMW 1 Series furthermore comes as an option with a new version of the Business navigation system, its new control concept allowing even easier and more precise control through iDrive featuring direct choice and favourite buttons.

The new Control Display with 800 x 480 pixel image resolution ensures detailed presentation of maps in two dimensions or in a perspective view, complete with integrated arrow graphics. Storage of navigation data installed within the car serves to provide even faster access to the system. And last but not least, the audio unit included within the new control system comes complete with a CD player.

Gallery, wallpaper sized, 120i, 118d

Recaro seats and stripped down red M3, check it out!

Due to share engines with the current 1 series, namely the 3.0L twin-turbo in the 135i and 335i, this 2010 X1 BMW should help the company capture a wider audience of drivers and expand its business into the niche of RAV4 drivers out there.

Sketches and concepts look promising, but I hope the price is competitive.

Just a few M5 pics for you to enjoy, in various surroundings.

Lots of creature-comforts in these 7 series photos. I like the look of the nose, a tad bit more aggressive and the LED turns are a nice change. The screens on the backs of the seats should provide good entertainment for all passengers.

Courtesy bimmerpost for the pics of these 335d diesel 3-series pics.