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Could this patent image hints at the new BMW i5?

BMW’s next i model could be a practical five-door hatchback if these leaked patent drawings were to believe. While previous speculation has linked the i5 nameplate with a new SUV, the latest leaked images could suggest otherwise. It is understood BMW has filed patents for all badges, ranging from i1 …

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BMW Concept X2 preview upcoming X1-based X2

BMW has introduced the Concept X2 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, which previews its upcoming X2. Like the X4 is to the X3, the X2 is essentially the X1’s more stylish sibling, sporting a raked roofline and four-doors. BMW’s head of design, Karim Habib describes the X2 as combining …

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BMW M2 Convertible in the works?

Earlier this year BMW ruled out a convertible version of the M2. However, what seems like official photos of the open top M2 have been leaked online by Dutch publication Auto Blog. The images appear to be from a BMW brochure or an online configurator and give a front and a …

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BMW 1 Series Sedan unveiled in China

The China-only BMW 1 Series Sedan has made been revealed by Chinese site, Auto Home. First previewed by the Concept Compact Sedan last year at the 2015 Guangzhou Auto Show, the 1 Series Sedan will be available in three variants in the Middle Kingdom – 118i, 120i Luxury and 125i …

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BMW offers limited-run i8 Protonic Red Edition

BMW Australia has brought out a limited-production i8 Protonic Red Edition. Priced from $299,000 plus ORCs, this special edition of BMW’s unique hybrid sports car arrives in the brand’s centenary year and is limited to only five units nationally. “Since its debut, the BMW i8 has stood out from the …

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BMW updates 2002 Hommage with new racy livery

BMW has updated its 2002 Hommage with new racing livery for the Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach. Created to pay homage to the BMW 2002 turbo and first presented at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in May, the refreshed concept wears a racy orange/black paintwork that harks back to the …

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BMW updates 2 Series Coupe and Convertible range

BMW has updated the 2 Series Coupe and Convertible range with improved specification, greater efficiency and stronger performance. Slotting into the range is the 230i, supplanting the 228i and sitting above the familiar – though updated – 220i nameplate. The previous diesel-powered 220d will no longer be available. The updated 2 …

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2017 BMW M4 Coupe spied with minor updates

The facelifted 2017 BMW M4 Coupe has been spotted testing with light camouflage on the road with subtle updates. Changes to the popular coupe are minimal, with minor tweaks to the car’s air intakes for the front bumper and a pair of new headlights for a fresher look. Around the …

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Leicester City players gifted BMW i8 each by club chairman

Nineteen Leicester City Football Club players have been rewarded with a brand new BMW i8 each by the club’s chairman, Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, after the team’s surprise win in the Premier League. Besides handing out the i8s costing more than £100,000 each in the UK (the i8 costs at least A$299,000 …

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AC Schnitzer pushes BMW M3 to 380kW

BMW tuning specialist AC Schnitzer has released a new tuning package for the BMW M3. The package, which is also compatible with the M4, consists of both aerodynamic and performance enhancement. Subtle but effective upgrades to the front fascia of the M3 include a carbon fibre front splitter and side carnards for …

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