Sleek and stylish, the 2015 BMW M4 Coupe is definitely not slouch. Boasting a TwinPower Turbocharged 3.0L engine that delivers an impressive 431 HP (317 kW) and a maximum torque of 406 lb-ft (550 Nm), mated to a 7-speed M DCT gearbox or 6-speed manual transmission. The former rockets the vehicle from 0-62mph in just 4.1-seconds. No word yet on pricing, but we do know that the M4 Coupe will be assembled in Munich, Germany. Continue reading for a video of it in-action and more information.
Unlike other modified Z4s, this one from China has been sprayed with gold and adorned with bone scales and feathers, in the shape of a dragon. Even more surprising, the adornments are made from real yak bones. Click here to view the first image in this week's trolling gallery. Continue reading for a viral video of mind-blowing finger dancing.
Finally, the production BMW i8 has been revealed, and it's definitely no slouch when compared to the concept. With an MSRP of $135,925USD, the i8 falls into the supercar category, powered by a plug-in hybrid system that consists of a 1.5L 3-cylinder gasoline TwinPower Turbo engine and an electric motor. This 3284-pound vehicle can rocket from 0-62mph in just 4.4-seconds. Continue reading for a video, more pictures and additional information.
BMW has officially unveiled the M4 Coupe Concept, and it's definitely no slouch. According to Cars.com, exterior styling highlights include a sleek bodyside with contours that help air flow over the wheel wells for better fuel efficiency and carbon fiber front air splitter, roof and rear diffuser panel. Continue reading for a video and more pictures.
Limited to just 10-units and priced at $181000USD, the BMW M5 Nighthawk Edition is exclusive to Japan and looks to be designed specifically for Bruce Wayne. In addition to the sleek two-tone interior, elegantly appointed with Merino leather seats, carbon fiber trim and an individually-numbed badge, it also boasts the Competition Package, which adds a sports exhaust system and dedicated settings for the suspension, steering and M Dynamic Mode. Continue reading for more pictures and additional information.
BMW has officially unveiled their sleek X4 concept, and it measures the "183" long (4,648 mm) and 75.4" (1,915 mm) wide with a short wheelbase of 110.6" (2,810 mm). This combined with a height of only 63.9" (1,622 mm) makes the concept significantly smaller than the X6." Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
Though the BMW Gina is still a concept, there was an actual prototype made, complete with shape-shifting cloth body. This vehicle is based on the Z8 chassis and is powered by a 4.4L V8, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
Though BMW's X5 may be a fine piece of engineering, it definitely wasn't designed with tank-like ruggedness in mind. With that said, two criminals decided that it would be a good idea to drive their X5 directly through the front of an Apple Store. Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
Every BMW Zagato Coupe produced will be handbuilt, "incorporating Zagato trademarks like a subtle double-bubble roof and a long-front/truncated rear profile." What really sets this model apart from the others is the paint: "The primer coat - made up of a black application, followed by a layer of shimmering metallic silver - is applied first. Then come six ultra-thin coats of the exclusively developed red shade to deliver this unique effect. Finally, two layers of clear coat seal in the colour." Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
Top Gear recently took the $190,776 BMW M3 GTS to the Austrian Alps for a spin, adjustable rear spoiler and all. Unlike the standard M3, this model features a stroked 4.4L V8 engine that produces 450hp and 324 lb-ft. of torque. One caveat: BMW is only making 126 of these beauties, most - if not all - of which have already been purchased. Click here for more pictures. Continue reading to see the BMW M3 GTS take on a Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Here's the bottom line:
The Grossglockner has its fair share of fast fourth, even fifth-gear sweepers, and the GTS turns into them, settles itself, then powers implacably on. There's total stability, balance and neutrality. Turn off the stability stuff, and every second-gear hairpin is a drifter's playground. The steering is sublime: weightier than standard, but race-car accurate. There's barely any understeer, and oversteer on demand if you want it.[via TopGear]
