Greetings from Frankfurt. From 10am CEST I will be live blogging via iphone or blackberry, the BMWi Preview which will not just go into detail about the exciting new sub-brand of BMW. But also showcase the next stage in the cycle for BMWi's stand alone products. Prior to the brands public Premiere in over a months time at the bi-annual IAA in Frankfurt. Tomorrow is going to be an exciting day. The Press conference commences at 1200 CEST. And can be viewed here. - Teaser:
Apologies. Things to do , now all ready to go. i is not the only thing, if journalists look they can see something blue and very fast in the car park. 11:14 Don't forget you can watch the press conference live . 11:15 Beginning to get busy , many nationalities here today. 11:19 I think you will enjoy todays BMWi Press Conference.
11:26 Remember in order to meet safety legislation , some of the futuristic aspect of floating panels is lost. But I think you will be surprised of the unique , signature look of BMWi - The definition of the Future of sustainable mobility.
11:31 Later I will be blogging on "product placement" in the meantime with the conference fast approaching , some music reflecting the theme of BMWi CJ Bolland - the tower of naphtali‏ - YouTube
11:33 Regarding "Product Placement" I hope you are not Jennifer Lopez fans because it will be brutal.
Too much data. But here is the link. https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pres...lId=6&id=T0118478EN&left_menu_item=node__6729
Petrol engine in the i8: 1.5 l, R3, turbo, 224hk/300Nm. BMW i8 Concept. Length/Height/Width L 4632 mm, H 1280 mm, W 1955 mm Wheelbase 2800 mm No. of seats 2 + (2) Kerb weight 1480 kg Output 260 kW /550 Nm system output of which petrol engine: 164 kW / 300 Nm of which electric motor: 96 kW / 250 Nm Top speed 250 km/h / 155 mph governed Acceleration 0-100 km/h / 62 mph 4.6 s 80-120 km/h / 50-75 mph 4.0 s Fuel consumption (EU cycle): 2.7 l/100 km / 104 mpg imp (66 g CO2) Electric range approx. 35 km / 20 miles Battery charge time Standard: 1:45 h for 100% charge Luggage compartment approx. 150 litres BMW i3 Concept. Length/Height/Width L 3845 mm, H 1537 mm, W 2011 mm Wheelbase 2570 mm No. of seats 4 Kerb weight 1250 kg Output 125 kW / 250 Nm Top speed 150 km/h / 93 mph Acceleration 0-60 km/h / 37 mph 3.9 s 0-100 km/h / 62 mph 7.9 s 80-120 km/h / 50-75 mph 6.0 s Electric range Everyday range: 130-160 km / 80-100 miles FTP72 cycle: 225 km / 140 miles Battery charge time Standard: 6 h for 100% charge Optional: 1 h for 80% charge Luggage compartment approx. 200 litres
Live BMW i3: Keywords: Widespread use of CFRP; small footprint; Low CofG; 6 hour charge time (fully charged); 1 hour charge time (80% charge) with fast charge module; 25% recyclable materials in interior
Live BMW i8: Keywords: Combination of Petrol engine and Electric motor; 0 - 100 km/h under 5 secs; 3L/100 km fuel consumption; unrivalled performance vs. fuel consumption ratio; 50-50 weight distrubution; sports car-like handling
