New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan

2011 BMW 5-Series 550i Sedan new car is issued by the manufacturer of this BMW in 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the BMW 5 series sedan. This Sedan 5501 BMW Power (SAE): 400 hp @ 5.500 rpm, 450 ft lb of torque @ 1.750 rpm and use Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder. For the exterior dimensions: 193.1 ins. overall length, 73.2 ins. overall width, 57.6 ins. overall height, 116.9 ins. wheelbase, 63.0 ins. front track, 64.1 ins. rear track and 39.2 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle.

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan Front Left Angle

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan Front Angle

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan Front Interior

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan Engine

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan Front Right Angle

Performance
* Turbocharged
* Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
* Premium unleaded fuel
* Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 15 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 17 MPG combined and 313 mi. range
* Gasoline direct fuel injection
* 18.4-gallon fuel tank
* Power(SAE): 400 hp @ 5,500 rpm; 450 ft lb of torque @ 1,750 rpm

Handling
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs

Exterior
* Body-color front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors, passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
* Exterior dimensions: 193.1 in. overall length, 73.2 in. overall width, 57.6 in. overall height, 116.9 in. wheelbase, 63.0 in. front track, 64.1 in. rear track and 39.2 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
* Foldable mirrors
* Front fog lights
* Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
* Luxury trim: alloy & leather on shifter, wood & leather on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Metallic paint
* Rear window defroster
* Remote glass sunroof
* Curb weight: lbs
* Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
* Cargo area, front and rear 12V power outlet(s)
* Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control
* Diversity antenna
* Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring and anti-lift
* Front and rear ashtray
* Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , digital radio
* Cargo capacity: 14.0 cu. ft. all seats in place
* Cigar lighter in front seats
* Coming home device
* Compass
* Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Cruise control
* Front cup holders
* Outside air temperature indicator
* Floor mats
* Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and occupant switch off
* Six 12-way power bucket driver seat, six 12-way power bucket front passenger seat:
* Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
* Front seat center armrest
* Garage door opener
* Two active height-adjustable, electrically-adjustable front head restraints, three height-adjustable rear seats head restraints
* Headlight control with dusk sensor and active headlights
* Heated washer
* Interior dimensions: 40.5 in. front headroom, 38.3 in. rear headroom, 41.4 in. front leg room, 36.1 in. rear leg room, 58.3 in. front shoulder room and 56.2 in. rear shoulder room
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position and steering wheel position
* MP3 player
* Navigation system with 3D and voice
* Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear radar parking distance sensors
* Remote power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
* Power windows, express driver and passenger
* Front and rear reading lights
* Rear seat belts for driver, rear seat belts for passenger, 3-point rear seat belts for center
* Rear seat center armrest
* Auto-dimming rear view mirror
* Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
* Remote control trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear curtain airbag
* Leather upholstery
* Seating: five passengers
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card/smart key; manual includes central locking ; includes memory seat
* Twelve speakers
* Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
* Tachometer
* BMW Assist telematics
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
* Voice activating system for radio, phone and navigation system

Via : http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/5_series/550i_sedan/1824/specifications/index.html

Hyundai Sonata Named 2011 International Car Of The Year

Hyundai continues to break down barriers illustrating its consumer lifestyle compatibility with the 2011 International Car of the Year (ICOTY) win for the all-new Sonata. The award was presented at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The ICOTY Awards honor vehicles based on lifestyle compatibility and the emotional connection between car and consumer.

“With a completely new look for 2011, the Sonata really took us by surprise,” said Courtney Caldwell, ICOTY Executive Producer. “Hyundai laces the new Sonata with serious hardware including sporty suspension tuning and a strong powertrain that achieves best-in-class fuel economy scores. Combine that with a stunning shape and design, it truly is a complete package that will satisfy the emotional connection consumers seek when shopping for a mid-size sedan.”

Photo Caption: Hyundai Motor America CEO, John Krafcik, accepted the award for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata named International Car of the Year at the North American International Auto Show on January 17. Presenters included jury members, Courtney Caldwell, Editor-in-Chief, Road & Travel Magazine; James Bell, VP Corporate Communications and Executive Market Analyst, Kelley Blue Book; Mike Martini, Bridgestone OE President and Perry Stern, editor of MSNAutos.com.

“We’re delighted the ICOTY committee validated the choice of over 200,000 new Sonata owners in North America in 2010,” said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. “The 2011 Sonata shows the power of Hyundai’s product recipe – industry-leading fuel economy, engaging design, and great quality – which we’ll continue to enhance with new models like the 2011 Elantra and the 2012 Veloster.”

The 2011 Sonata is the new industry standard for mid-size sedans with a unique fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine delivering class leading fuel economy, emotional design, high-tech and luxurious convenience features and standard safety equipment. It was the first mid-size car to receive a five-star crash test rating under National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’

s new, more stringent 2011 system and an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick honor, placing it in a safety position unsurpassed in the industry.

Read More: http://www.prlog.org/11252808-hyundai-sonata-named-2011-international-car-of-the-year.html

Hotly-Anticipated New 2012 Cars - Hyundai Veloster

2012 Hyundai Veloster – It’s a cross between a coupe and hatchback in compact form, with the fuel economy of a sporty hybrid (Hyundai says up to 40 mpg highway), and the 2012 Hyundai Veloster is just getting started. Power comes from a direct injected 138-horsepower 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine mated with either a six-speed dual-clutch automated manual gearbox or six-speed manual transmission. Lighter than a MINI Cooper, Hyundai’s Veloster should be a hoot to drive. Get more information by checking out the Veloster preview and Detroit Auto Show Veloster quick look.

Read More: http://www.familycarguide.com/blog/1054151_five-more-hotly-anticipated-new-2011-2012-cars

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Hyundai Kia Overtakes Ford, While G.M. Threatens Toyota in 2010 Global Sales

High placement on the global best-seller list may not have the same immediacy for vehicles as it does for books, but it brings bragging rights and probably influences sales to some degree.

The biggest global-sales story of 2010 may be the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, which overtook Ford — despite the latter’s string of profitable quarters — for fourth place by a margin of more than 400,000 vehicles. In 2009, Ford topped the Korean automaker by about 40,000 vehicles.
Another switch found Nissan besting Honda and Peugeot, a year after both makers outsold Nissan. Similarly, Renault, which had trailed Suzuki, overtook it  in 2010.

Volkswagen held onto its No. 3 spot with sales of 7.14 million, an improvement of more than one million over 2009. But VW would have been shut out of the top three if the Renault-Nissan sales figures — which, including Lada, totaled 7.28 million — had been reported as one. Combined, Fiat and Chrysler sales would have put their relatively new alliance at No. 9.


For many years, General Motors held the top spot, but Toyota surpassed the American automaker in 2008. In 2009, Toyota solidly trounced G.M., recording 7.2 million global sales to G.M.’s 6.4 million, but in 2010 G.M. made up ground as Toyota suffered from recalls and bad publicity. G.M., for its part, benefited from a government infusion of cash and an improving United States auto market. Toyota eked out its win, topping G.M. by about 30,000 units.

Read More: http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/01/28/hyundai-kia-overtakes-ford-while-g-m-threatens-toyota-in-2010-global-sales/

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C3 SONORA - MAIS UMA SÉRIE ESPECIAL

Depois da série especial Solaris, agora a Citroën lança a nova série Sonora em parceria com o site de músicas do Terra (Sonora, daí o nome), que é especializado em vendas de músicas pela internet.

Quem optar pelo modelo, poderá baixar por mês até 250 músicas de todo acervo do Sonora, durante um ano. Logicamente, o sistema de som é de série, da marca Pioneer.

Nos modelos com motor 1.4, o sistema de som contém entrada auxiliar P2 para conectar aparelho de MP3. Já para os equipados com o 1.6, tem um sistema no som chamado Hi-Fi Like, que melhora a qualidade do som, mais Bluetooth e entrada aulxiliar USB. Rodas de liga leve também são de série no C3 Sonora.

Os outros itens são os mesmos que nas versões convencionais do hatch, partindo de R$ 37.990.

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2010 Ac Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe Pictures

Another impressive performance in Nardò came from the AC Schnitzer ACS4 3.5 turbo (based on the BMW Z4 sdrive 35i). At 303.1 km/h, this was not a new world, but such a high speed is almost unheard of for a Roadster. The Z4 was also running with the commercial version of the AC Schnitzer performance upgrade for 3.5i engines.

2010 Ac Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d

Naturally the power upgrade which took the latest world record holder to success is part of the extensive AC Schnitzer special accessory range and available for all vehicles based on the 3.5d engine. It is TÜV-approved and available from BMW dealers.

Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe Reviews

This was the figure on the display of the GPS speedometer system on the 13 km long high-speed circuit after the lap of the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupé. The record that was broken had been that of 2006 with the TENSION as the fastest road-legal BMW. The record had held in 2007 when the GP3.10 GAS POWERED entered to represent gas-powered vehicles. AC Schnitzer cited its power upgrade as the reason for its success.

2010 Ac Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe

Ac Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe, AC Schnitzer never tires of receiving awards. Very recently, the carmaker got a third world record for Aachen after having gone to Nardo in southern Italy. Third World Record in Succession: AC Schnitzer builds fastest diesel car! AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupé reaches 288.7 km/h in Nardo. It's a hat-trick: for the third time, AC Schnitzer has gone to Nardo in southern Italy and brought home a third world record for Aachen

Schnitzer 2010 ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe

Historically, many records are set in the high-speed circuit. Each year in southern Italy, in collaboration with the AUTO BILD sportscars’ editors and under the aegis of Continental AG, the top vehicle tuners compete. This year, it was on Oct. 18-19, 2009. The record for the fastest road-legal diesel car was broken by the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe with a speed of more than 8.7 km/h.288.7 km/h.

Schnitzer 2010 ACS3 3.5d Sports Coupe

Historically, many records are set in the high-speed circuit. Each year in southern Italy, in collaboration with the AUTO BILD sportscars’ editors and under the aegis of Continental AG, the top vehicle tuners compete. This year, it was on Oct. 18-19, 2009. The record for the fastest road-legal diesel car was broken by the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe with a speed of more than 8.7 km/h.288.7 km/h.

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Edition

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Edition : Performance :
* Turbo compressor
* Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.2 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 19 (mpg); highway= 28 (mpg); combined= 22 (mpg); vehicle range: 354 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
* 16.1 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 300 HP ( 224 kW) @ 5,800 rpm; 300 ft lb of torque ( 407 Nm) @ 1,200 rpm
Handling :
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Front Angle

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Right Angle

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Front Interior

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Rear Angle

Exterior :
* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver power heated painted door mirrors, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 181.9, overall width (inches): 70.2, overall height (inches): 54.1, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 59.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1
* Front fog lights
* Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
* Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Black paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger
* Glass remote front sunroof
* Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,560
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

Interior :
* 12v power outlet: front
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
* Diversity antenna
* Front ashtray
* RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player CD player reads MP3
* Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 11.0
* Front seats cigar lighter
* Clock
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
* Bucket electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment memory and memory, bucket electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment electric and electric
* Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats and rear seats
* Headlight control with dusk sensor active
* Heated washer
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.4, rear headroom (inches): 36.8, front leg room (inches): 41.8, rear leg room (inches): 33.7, front shoulder room (inches): 55.3, rear shoulder room (inches): 51.9 and interior volume (cu ft): 88.5
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Power steering
* Front power windows with two one-touch
* Front reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side
* Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
* Two asymmetrical bench/sports front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Rear view mirror
* Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl
* Seating: four seats
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat adjustments
* Thirteen speaker(s)
* Alloy & leather steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter and automatic recirculation

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/3_series/335i_coupe/3058/specifications/index.html

2010 Audi A3 Best Gallery

A brand new generation of Audi’s premium compact, the A3 will be offered at the end of 2010. This car is intended to become the most attractive vehicle in the segment and will be offered in at least three different body types.

The first new A3 to go in production will be a 3-door sports hatch with a very dynamic line and an ascendant profile. The front will be even more dynamic than it currently is, and the rear will offer an inclined window. The other two will be a 5-door sedan and a convertible.

LEDs will be included in the front lights for daytime use, in the side mirrors and also in the rear as braking lights. The lateral protection strips will be eliminated for a cleaner design. The wheelbase will be slightly increased and the car will also be widened.

New petrol FSI and diesel TDI engines will be offered matched with brand-new gearboxes including a 7-gears dual clutch DSG transmission. A future S3 top model equipped with a turbo engine is expected to offer up to 300 bhp. Also not confirmed, an RS3 might also be possible.

2010 audi a3 pics
2010 audi a3 images

Inside information points that the next generation A3 will also offer hybrid propulsion, test mules from Audi and Volkswagen being currently in tests. The development of the hybrid models is less likely to be ready until 2010; therefore they will not be available at the initial launch of the A3. But they are expected to represent a key element in the popularity of the future model, offering the Audi performance with a low fuel consumption and significantly reduced pollution.

2010 audi a3 pictures
2010 audi a3

Audi A3 Wallpapers Photo

Audi A3 Wallpaper

Audi A3 Nice Sports Cars Review

The Audi A3 is a small family car produced by the German automaker Audi since 1996. Two generations of A3 exist, both based on the Volkswagen Group A platform, which they share with several other models such as the Audi TT, Volkswagen Golf, Caddy and Touran as well as SEAT León, SEAT Toledo and Škoda Octavia.

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First generatio
Planned for production from 1993 under the control of Matthias Müller,[citation needed] the original A3 (or Typ 8L) was introduced in the European market in 1996, marking Audi's return to the lower market segments since the demise of the Audi 50. This was the first Volkswagen Group model to use the "PQ34" or "A4" platform, bearing a natural close resemblance to its contemporary, the Volkswagen Golf Mk4. The car was initially available only with a three-door hatchback body, in order to present a more sporty image than the Golf, in both front- and four-wheel drive. All engines were an inline four-cylinder configuration, and were transversely mounted. After the A4, the Audi A3 was the second model in the Audi lineup to use five valves per cylinder

Skoda OCtavia Cars

Skoda OCtavia

Skoda will be launching a new Octavia in January 2009 with an extensive exterior and interior facelift, bringing the hugely successful model up to date with the brand’s current range.

Prices of the new, improved Octavia represent an average increase of £473 for the Octavia Hatch and £478 for the Octavia Estate over the outgoing model.

The new Octavia has undergone a series of significant design changes which include dynamic, sweeping headlights and complimentary front fog lights, new foldable door mirrors and body colored bumpers and side moldings.

Improvements go well beyond a traditional facelift with the new Octavia benefiting from a partially re-designed interior which features a range of new steering wheels, new stereo systems and new upholstery.

The new Octavia also takes the S, SE and Elegance trim naming system from the New Superb and comes with new alloy wheels and two new paint colors – Arctic Green Metallic and Aqua Blue Metallic.

A brand new 1.4 TSI 122bhp engine will replace the current 1.6 FSI 115bhp engine and the 2.0 FSI 200bhp engine with DSG transmission will be introduced on the Octavia vRS.

Warren Richards, Product Marketing Manager at Skoda, said: “The new Octavia is a thoroughly contemporary car which sits perfectly within our current range. As well as modernised looks, it features a whole host of new features that will appeal to today’s car buyers.”

Please refer to the attached document for detailed pricing by trim and engine type.

Skoda OCtavia
Skoda OCtavia
Skoda OCtavia
Skoda OCtavia

FPV Ute Car Reviews And News Ud Upates

Ford's supercharged V8 ute is a beast… But one that needs taming
Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) today launched an exciting new model Series aimed at broadening its appeal to Australia's automotive enthusiasts.

Named in tribute to a fondly-remembered Ford from the late '60s, the new GS sedan and GS Ute are unique limited-edition models offering buyers entry to the FPV family at a very competitive price point.

FPV's GS sedan and Ute are individually-speced to provide a combination of GT-based 302kW V8 engine performance, FPV chassis enhancements, bespoke GS graphics and FPV driver comfort features.

Available in limited numbers, the new FPV GS Series models hark back to the original Falcon GS of 30 years ago, introduced with the XW-model of 1969 and now the second most collectible Ford Falcon behind the GT.
"GS is another iconic badge in Ford's family history in this country," FPV General Manager Rod Barrett said.

"Our aim was to develop a model that provides the performance, prestige and individuality that is a signature of the FPV brand, with its own identifiable model personality, and all at a great price.
"We've achieved all of that and expect the new GS Series models will find their own place in Australian performance motoring folklore."

Developed specifically for the GS Series, the recalibrated FPV 5.4 litre V8 GT engine from the FG-model now produces 302kW of power and 551Nm of torque, driving through a standard six-speed manual transmission.

FPV's engineers have given the GS Series engine the twin throttle bodies and intake system of the GT engine, the GT headers and dual exhaust and a recalibrated ECU, all fine-tuned in an engine development program specific to the GS Series.
"We aimed to provide the GS Series owner with a GT driving experience with this engine … at 302kW it's the perfect entry to our range, which steps up to the turbocharged F6 at 310kW and the full GT-spec V8 at 315kW," Rod Barrett said.

Every FPV GS Series also comes standard with unique GS striping graphics, charcoal cloth interior, FPV GT instrumentation, gear knob, starter button and badging, premium sound system with iPod® and Bluetooth® integration, and dual zone climate control.
There's also '302' graphics on the GS sedan's rear spoiler.

The GS sedan also features 19in Graphite rims and a choice of six exterior colour/stripe combinations, while the GS Ute features 19in Alpine Silver rims, FPV soft tonneau and a choice of three exterior colour/stripe combinations.
Like its namesake from three decades ago, the new FPV GS Series offers a long list of options that include a FPV-spec 4-pot Brembo brake upgrade, a six-speed auto transmission recalibrated specifically for the GS' 302kW engine, leather seats and sat-nav, and, on the Ute only, a hard tonneau with spoiler.

"We have also given the major design elements of the original GS logo a modern interpretation, which adds to the distinctive styling of the GS sedan and Ute," Rod Barrett said.
Production of the GS Series is limited to 250 sedans and 75 Utes.

FALCON GS HISTORY
First introduced just over 30 years ago, the Falcon GS was an option pack offered as an 'affordable' and lower-spec alternative to the Falcon GT.
Launched in July 1969 with the then-new XW Falcon range, the GS was an option pack available to dress up the base Falcon and higher-spec Futura models. It continued in the subsequent XY and XA models.
In its initial XW-model guise, the GS option pack added 'rally stripes' to the flanks of the bold new bodywork, chrome-finish full wheel covers, GT-spec instrumentation and three-spoke 'rim blow' sports steering wheel. Later GS packs included other options on the XY and XA models.

Many GS owners along the way also added further options to 'personalise' their cars like bucket seats, centre console, disc brakes, wider tyres, power steering and even the 302 ci Windsor V8.
Today, the GS is fondly remembered by enthusiasts for its mix of sporty good looks and luxury appointments, its rarity and its value as an alternative to the Falcon GT.

FPV GS Ute
Quick Spin

Price guide (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges): $52,000
Crash rating: Five-stars (ANCAP)
Fuel: 91 RON ULP
Claimed fuel economy (L/100km): 14.2
CO2 emissions (g/km): 335

Overall Rating: 2.5/5.0
Engine/Drivetrain/Chassis: 4.0 for engine and gearbox and 1.0 for chassis.
Price, Packaging and Practicality: 4.0/5.0
Safety: 4.0/5.0
Behind the wheel: 2.0/5.0
X-factor: 3.0/5.0

2011 BMW 3-Series 335IS Coupe Edition

2011 BMW 3-Series 335IS Coupe Edition Specification :

Performance :
* Turbo compressor
* Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.2 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 18 (mpg); highway= 26 (mpg); combined= 21 (mpg); vehicle range: 338 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
* 16.1 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 320 HP ( 239 kW) @ 5,900 rpm; 370 ft lb of torque ( 502 Nm) @ 1,500 rpm

Handling :
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2011 BMW 3-Series 335IS Coupe Edition Front Interior

2011 BMW 3-Series 335IS Coupe Edition Rear Right

2011 BMW 3-Series 335IS Coupe Edition Rear Right

Exterior :
* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver power heated painted door mirrors, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 181.9, overall width (inches): 70.2, overall height (inches): 54.1, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 59.3 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1
* Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
* Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, alloy on doors and alloy on dashboard
* Black paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger
* Glass remote front sunroof
* Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,571
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

Interior :
* 12v power outlet: front
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
* Diversity antenna
* Front ashtray
* RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player CD player reads MP3
* Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 11.0
* Front seats cigar lighter
* Clock
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
* Sports electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, thigh support, four adjustments and tilt adjustment memory, memory and manual, sports electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment, thigh support, four adjustments and tilt adjustment electric, electric and manual
* Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, two height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
* Headlight control with dusk sensor active
* Heated washer
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.4, rear headroom (inches): 36.8, front leg room (inches): 41.8, rear leg room (inches): 33.7, front shoulder room (inches): 55.3, rear shoulder room (inches): 51.9 and interior volume (cu ft): 88.5
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Power steering
* Front power windows with two one-touch
* Front reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side
* Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
* Two asymmetrical bench/sports front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Rear view mirror
* Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl
* Seating: four seats
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat adjustments
* Thirteen speaker(s)
* Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter and automatic recirculation

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/3_series/335is_coupe/3251/specifications/index.html

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Edition

2011 BMW 3-Series 335d Sedan is one of the new car manufacturer BMW issued in 2011 with the sedan, and this edition is a bmw 3-series.

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Edition Specification :

Performance :
* Turbo compressor
* Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam ( 16.5 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: diesel
* Fuel consumption: city= 23 (mpg); highway= 36 (mpg); combined= 27 (mpg); vehicle range: 435 miles
* Diesel common rail fuel system
* 16.1 gallon main diesel fuel tank 13.4
* Power: 265 HP ( 198 kW) @ 4,200 rpm; 425 ft lb of torque ( 580 Nm) @ 1,750 rpm

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Front Seat

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Front Right Angle

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Engine

2011 BMW 3-Series 335D Sedan Front Interior Angle

Handling :
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

Exterior :
* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver power heated painted door mirrors, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 178.8, overall width (inches): 71.5, overall height (inches): 55.9, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 60.2 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1
* Front fog lights
* Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
* Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Black paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger
* Glass remote front sunroof
* Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,825
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

Interior :
* 12v power outlet: front
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
* Diversity antenna
* Front and rear ashtray
* Harman/kardon RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player CD player reads MP3
* Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 12.0
* Front seats cigar lighter
* Clock
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
* Bucket electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment memory and memory, bucket electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment electric and electric
* 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
* Headlight control with dusk sensor active
* Heated washer
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.5, rear headroom (inches): 37.5, front leg room (inches): 41.5, rear leg room (inches): 34.6, front shoulder room (inches): 55.4 and rear shoulder room (inches): 55.1
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Power steering
* Front and rear power windows with two one-touch
* Front and rear reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
* Rear seat center armrest
* Three fixed bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Rear view mirror
* Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl
* Seating: five seats
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat adjustments
* Thirteen speaker(s)
* Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter

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2011 BMW Sports Coupe Z4 sDrive35is

2011 BMW Sports Coupe Z4 sDrive35is

The exhaust system of the BMW Z4 sDrive35is has been tuned specifically for this model. Acoustic engineering gives the car a very unique sound pattern across the speed range. This tuned sound is the result of special baffles and a unique set of mufflers. The sound is characterized by a deep rumble with a focus on the low frequency sound range.

2011 BMW Sports Coupe Z4 sDrive35is

The standard 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission (DCT) in the BMW Z4 sDrive35is combines the best in driving dynamics and efficiency. A highlight is the dual-mass flywheel, configured for the higher levels of power and performance.

2011 BMW Sports Coupe Z4 sDrive35is

The BMW Z4 sDrive35is includes new M Sport upgrades such as M Aerodynamics and adaptive M Suspension. The adaptive M Suspension combines a ride-height reduction of 10 millimeters (almost 0.4″) with electronically controlled shock absorbers (Dynamic Damping Control) to improve the vehicle’s agility without compromising ride comfort. Special 18-inch light-alloy wheels in five-spoke design round off the sporty character of the Z4 sDrive35is. 19-inch light-alloy wheels are available as an option.

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

The first-ever Infiniti G Convertible builds upon the performance legacy of the Infiniti G line, with the liberation only a convertible with the top down can provide. It is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti dealers in North America in the spring of 2009, followed later in other Infiniti markets around the world.

Infiniti has released new pictures and details of its fifth body-style for Europe, the Infiniti G37 Convertible. Arguably Infiniti's most seductive car yet, the G37 Convertible will go on sale across Europe from summer 2009.

The body design is similar to the new G37 coupe, though many body panels are completely unique. With the top raised, the G37 convertible carries a softer, sleeker silhouette than the coupe, though the design will be instantly recognizable to Infiniti fans.Most interesting to Infiniti sports car enthusiasts who like to drive hard will be the limited edition G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, with the obvious 6 speed manual transmission, higher-feedback steering, bigger brakes and 19 inch wheels to the G37 convertible package.

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

The interior design combines sophistication, craftsmanship and thoughtfulness with unique, available systems created to enhance the open-air driving experience. The driver-oriented cockpit features an Infiniti signature "double wave" instrument panel design with Infiniti electroluminescent instrumentation with white-and-violet illumination, integrated multi-function information drive computer display and analogue Infiniti clock. The double hand-stitched leather-covered steering wheel is designed for maximum comfort and usability, with standard wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. Genuine magnesium paddle shifters are standard for the 7-speed automatic transmission.

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

The engine is backed by a choice of an electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission. Like the G Coupé and G37 Sedan, the new Infiniti G37 Convertible's outstanding dynamic performance credentials start with a combination of its advanced FM platform and award-winning V6 engine. Every Infiniti G37 Convertible comes equipped with a standard 3.7-litre V6 engine with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift), rated at 320PS.

The VVEL system combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side, helping to improve not only performance and response but also emissions and fuel efficiency (over a non-VVEL system). It also provides cleaner emissions by allowing for quicker warm-up of the catalyst and by stabilizing combustion when the engine is cool.

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

Technology features include standard RearView Monitor and an available touch-screen Infiniti Navigation system with XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic information with 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive, Pre-Crash Seat Belts, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking and Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS).Responsive steering is provided by a vehicle-speed-sensing system. Also standard on the Infiniti G37 Convertible is Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with cancel switch and Traction Control System (TCS).

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

Braking performance is provided by standard 4-wheel vented discs with 4-channel, 4-sensor Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. The Infiniti G37 Convertible will also be available with larger ventilated rotors (14.0-inch front/13.8-inch rear) and aluminum four-piston calipers front/two-piston calipers rear, embossed with Infiniti lettering.

The G Convertible is offered in two models: the G37 Convertible and the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, which adds sport-tuned steering and larger sport brakes, along with 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and W-rated performance tires.

Infiniti G37S Convertible Sports Car Coupe

Also available is a special, limited production G Convertible Premier Edition, offered exclusively through the Bloomingdale’s Holiday Catalog. With only 200 being built, the Premier Edition features a custom Monaco Red Leather leather-appointed interior, handcrafted red-tone Maple Wood trim, Midnight Black front grille and 9-spoke 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and tires. Pre-orders for the Premier Edition are being taken now for delivery in 2009.