The latest results of BMW’s ongoing product offensive are taking
centre stage at the brand’s Mondial de l’Automobile 2018 show stand in
Paris. Emotion-packed design, pioneering technology and an even more
richly engaging form of driving pleasure define the character of the
new models BMW is presenting at the most important date on Europe’s
2018 car show calendar. The fresh arrivals introduce the brand’s new
design language to a number of vehicle segments and represent
significant advances in the areas of digitalisation, operation,
sustainability and driving dynamics. For example, visitors to the
Paris show will discover the first models to feature the new BMW
Operating System 7.0, which creates a fully digital grouping of
instrument cluster and Control Display and allows system operation to
be adapted even more precisely to the driver’s personal preferences.
Further innovations include BMW Laserlight and the Steering and lane
control assistant, which are also available for other new models from
the brand, plus the unique Reversing Assistant, which takes over
steering for reversing manoeuvres in tight areas where visibility is restricted.
The selection of series-production models due for market launch in
the near future and innovative technology developments preparing to
greet visitors to the Paris show from 4 – 14 October 2018 also reflect
the rigorous implementation of NUMBER ONE NEXT. The BMW Group’s
corporate strategy spotlights development fields particularly relevant
to the company’s future performance, i.e. design, automated driving,
connectivity, electrification and services. The advances in these
areas presented in Paris underscore the premium carmaker’s leading
role in shaping the future of personal mobility. Also of key
importance are BMW’s model offensive in the luxury segment (launched
with the show premiere of the new BMW 8 Series Coupe), the continued
expansion of the BMW X model family with the debut of the new BMW X5
and the addition of the new BMW M5 Competition to the BMW M GmbH line-up.
Pure sporting pedigree: the new BMW Z4.
A new chapter is set to be added to BMW’s fascinating history of
roadster-making. The protagonist in question is the new BMW Z4, which
will celebrate its show premiere in the French capital. The new
version of the open-top two-seater exudes pure sporting pedigree at
first glance with its emotionally powerful body design in the brand’s
new design language, its classical soft-top roof with electric
operation and its driver-focused interior. The dynamic potential of
the new BMW Z4 is rooted in a range of extensively upgraded engines, a
new chassis design and an extremely rigid body structure. Wide tracks,
well balanced proportions and a compact wheelbase enhance the car’s
handling agility. And its central seating position, minimised weight
and low centre of gravity provide a ticket to intense driving
pleasure. The new BMW Operating System 7.0 takes control and operation
to an even higher level and makes use of 10.25-inch colour displays
for both the digital instrument cluster and central monitor.
At the pinnacle of the three-pronged Z4 range is a BMW M Performance
model. The new BMW Z4 M40i (fuel consumption combined:
7.4 – 7.1 l/100 km [38.2 – 39.8 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions
combined: 168 – 162 g/km) is fitted with a six-cylinder in-line engine
developing 250 kW/340 hp, comes as standard with features including
Adaptive M Sport suspension, variable sport steering, M Sport brakes,
an electronically controlled M Sport rear differential, 18-inch
M light-alloy wheels and high-performance tyres, and dispatches the
sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.6 seconds.
Making dynamic strides into the luxury segment:
the new BMW 8 Series Coupe.
The new BMW 8 Series Coupe also gets its first taste of the car show
spotlight at the Paris event. It combines the dynamic credentials of a
high-calibre sports car both visually and technologically with the
exclusivity of a luxurious coupe. The new design language, laced with
clarity and precision, expresses an unmistakable sporting aesthetic.
The body structure, powertrain and chassis technology of the 8 Series
Coupe are geared squarely to delivering a standout driving experience
of sporting intent. All of which provides an extremely dynamic
initiation into the luxury segment for the brand’s model offensive.
The new BMW 8 Series Coupe’s ultra-advanced control display,
driver assistance and connectivity equipment roster also contributes
to the car’s exclusive, innovative character.
The resemblance of the 8 Series Coupe to the BMW M8 GTE endurance
racer is highlighted particularly vividly by the BMW M Performance
model available from launch. The new BMW M850i xDrive Coupe (fuel
consumption combined: 10.5 – 10.0 l/100 km [26.9 – 28.3 mpg imp];
CO2 emissions combined: 240 – 228 g/km) is powered by a new
V8 petrol engine developing 390 kW/530 hp and making its debut in the
car. The torque-rich power unit, chassis technology developed with
motor sport expertise and an M Sport differential imbue the
BMW M850i xDrive Coupe with thrilling performance characteristics.
Joining the V8 in the range is a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine
producing 235 kW/320 hp, which takes care of power in the new
BMW 840d xDrive (fuel consumption combined: 6.2 – 6.1 l/100 km [45.6 –
46.3 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 164 – 160 g/km).
Both model variants have intelligent all-wheel drive and also come as
standard with Adaptive M suspension and Integral Active Steering.
More versatile and innovative than ever: the new BMW X5.
The world premiere of the new BMW X5 at the Mondial de l’Automobile
2018 writes the next chapter in the successful history of the Sports
Activity Vehicle (SAV). The fourth generation of the BMW X family’s
founding father excels with majestically assured driving properties
and numerous innovative equipment features. The new exterior design
language clearly emphasises the presence, authority and robustness of
the new BMW X5 (fuel consumption combined: 11.6 – 6.0 l/100 km [24.4 –
47.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 264 – 158 g/km;
provisional values). The interior, meanwhile, blends generous levels
of space with modern design and a luxurious ambience.
An upgraded range of engines, the latest generation of the BMW xDrive
intelligent all-wheel-drive system and a raft of chassis systems
included in a BMW X model for the first time generate the signature
SAV combination of ride comfort, off-road performance and sporty road
handling. Contributory factors here include two-axle air suspension,
Integral Active Steering and the Off-Road package. A significantly
expanded selection of innovative driver assistance systems now also
includes the Steering and lane control assistant, and Reversing
Assistant. Added to which, the new BMW X5 is fitted as standard with
BMW Live Cockpit Professional. Working in tandem with BMW Operating
System 7.0, it enables system operation to be adapted even more
precisely to the driver’s wishes.
Performance, maximised: the new BMW M5 Competition.
The BMW stand at the Mondial de l’Automobile 2018 also has a world
premiere in store for fans of high-performance cars, as BMW M GmbH
unveils the most powerful and sportiest variant of its
high-performance sedan – the new BMW M5 Competition (fuel consumption
combined: 10.8 – 10.7 l/100 km [26.2 – 26.4 mpg imp]; CO2
emissions combined: 246 – 243 g/km) – for the first time in Paris.
Engine output raised by 19 kW/25 hp (over the standard version of the
new BMW M5) to 460 kW/625 hp, even more direct response and bespoke
chassis tuning serve up a driving experience inspired overtly by motor
sport competition. The new BMW M5 Competition also channels its power
via an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and M xDrive intelligent
all-wheel drive. The specific power delivery of the V8 engine, which
gains from upgrades to various details, is reflected in a 0 to 100
km/h (62 mph) time now reduced to 3.3 seconds. The new
BMW M5 Competition hits 200 km/h (124 mph) from rest in 10.8 seconds.
A model-specific M Sport exhaust system, bespoke engine mounting and
exclusive 20-inch M light-alloy wheels round off the elite athlete’s
performance-enhancing package. Special design features in high-gloss
black and “Competition” lettering added to the “M5” badge on the boot
lid point to the exceptional dynamic potential of the new flagship model.
The fuel
consumption, CO2 emissions and electric power
consumption figures were determined according to the
European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable.
The figures refer to a vehicle with basic configuration in
Germany. The range shown considers the different sizes of
the selected wheels/tyres and the selected items of optional
equipment, and may vary during configuration.
The values are already based on the new WLTP test cycle and
are translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to
ensure comparability between the vehicles. With respect to
these vehicles, for vehicle-related taxes or other duties
based (at least inter alia) on CO2 emissions, the
CO2 values may differ from the values stated here
(depending on national legislation).
Further information on official fuel consumption figures
and specific CO2 emission values of new passenger
cars is included in the following guideline: ‘Leitfaden über
den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und
den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen’ (Guide to the
fuel economy, CO2 emissions and electric power
consumption of new passenger cars), which can be obtained
free of charge from all dealerships, from Deutsche Automobil
Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760
Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2/.