The new M Performance automobiles range

[Sunny]

I just don't agree with turbo M cars.

Well, then you should have just said that in the first place and be done with it and no one would have argued with you - instead of all these musings on why BMW doesn't make an engine like M152 or how S63Tu is not special or how 1M is a marketing exercise.

ps. btw I hope someon got the sarcasm here...

Yea, I wonder why they didn't use the S65. In a car with that suspension and mechanical diff and the 6 speed it would have been brilliant. Would have probably cost more, but yea, would have been an awesome vehicle. A worthy successor to E46 M3. I wish they would build it, may be even a sedan!

and I didn't just waste my week's quota of sarcasm .

 

[south]

ps. btw I hope someon got the sarcasm here...

Oh that's a relief, for a moment I thought you lost your mind.


Best regards,
south

 

[-=Hot|Ice=-]

Well, then you should have just said that in the first place and be done with it and no one would have argued with you - instead of all these musings on why BMW doesn't make an engine like M152 or how S63Tu is not special or how 1M is a marketing exercise.

ps. btw I hope someon got the sarcasm here...

and I didn't just waste my week's quota of sarcasm .

The 1M IS a marketing exercise.(Very good one at that) We'll save that discussion for another thread and another day, though. For now, I must head to physical therapy for a torn ACL. We will have to agree to disagree on this one.

 

[Sunny]

The 1M IS a marketing exercise.(Very good one at that)

Yes, an excellent one. I am sure they made a killing on the zillions of 1M they sold. They are everywhere, I can't step out without being run over by one.

 

[donkeykong]

I've only seen two 1m's in person,and that was at a dealer.

 

[Zafiro]

I've only seen two 1m's in person,and that was at a dealer.

I've seen one on the road and two at different dealers. Sweden,


US
In an interview today with BMW M brand Manager, Matt Russell, we learned that the sport division produced 740 units for the U.S. customers. Essentially there were 739 “baby-Ms” sold to customers and one Valencia Orange used as a pace car at 24 hr of Daytona.

Production for the U.S. ended in September and will not be extended into 2012.

“The 1M was remarkable because it was built quickly, record time and this is a car that we built for the enthusiasts, while committing to keep the number of units small,” said Russell to BMWBLOG.

 

[Deckhook]

I've only seen two 1m's in person,and that was at a dealer.

What colours?

For me it was the white which originally appealed the most but after seeing an orange one it completely changed my opinion on which colour suits it best.

 

[Levi68]

Saying the TT 4.4l V8 (M5) is better than the NA 5.5l V8 (SLK AMG) because it revs higher also deserves a facepalm. The point was Mercedes can yet build NA engines and BMW not. The 6.2l V8 (C AMG) also revs lower than the 4.0l V8 (M3) but is a torque monster without having any turbo. FYI the McLaren has FI and revs till 8.500 RPM. Oh, it cost 200.000 €! But the M3 also does not cost 150.000 € but revs nearly as high as a Ferrari F430. But then, there is always the 50.000 € Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2.0 JDM that revs till 8.500 RPM.

 

[donkeykong]

What colours?

For me it was the white which originally appealed the most but after seeing an orange one it completely changed my opinion on which colour suits it best.

Orange,and black were the colors I saw. Looking at the pics alone I would have said white as well.

 

[Giannis]

Saying the TT 4.4l V8 (M5) is better than the NA 5.5l V8 (SLK AMG) because it revs higher also deserves a facepalm. The point was Mercedes can yet build NA engines and BMW not. The 6.2l V8 (C AMG) also revs lower than the 4.0l V8 (M3) but is a torque monster without having any turbo. FYI the McLaren has FI and revs till 8.500 RPM. Oh, it cost 200.000 €! But the M3 also does not cost 150.000 € but revs nearly as high as a Ferrari F430. But then, there is always the 50.000 € Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2.0 JDM that revs till 8.500 RPM.

Can anyone lend me a facepalm? I've run out...

 

[-=Hot|Ice=-]

Can anyone lend me a facepalm? I've run out...

I think that's enough facepalms.

 

[NarutoRamen]

^^So many good Anime in that face-palm montage

 

[EnI]

3.0L I6 diesel, Tri-Turbo (2+1), TwinScroll, 381HP (280kW), 740Nm

0-100km/h (0-62mph):

M550d xDrive sedan: 4.7s (base price in Germany: €80,800)
M550d xDrive touring: 4.9s
X6 M50d xDrive: 5.3s
X5 M50d xDrive: 5.4s

Available in May / June. More models to follow later (M750d xDrive, M650d xDrive etc).

 

[as7920]

3.0L I6 diesel, Tri-Turbo (2+1), TwinScroll, 381HP (280kW), 740Nm

0-100km/h (0-62mph):

M550d xDrive sedan: 4.7s (base price in Germany: €80,800)
M550d xDrive touring: 4.9s
X6 M50d xDrive: 5.3s
X5 M50d xDrive: 5.4s

Available in May / June. More models to follow later (M750d xDrive, M650d xDrive etc).

Will the engine (in one form or another) be applied to anything smaller than the 5er?

 

[Shining Star]

New BMW M GmbH product range based on current BMW models; BMW M Performance Automobiles complement the model family with their clear focus on sports performance combined with unrestricted everyday usability and outstanding efficiency; new product category launches with four models: BMW M550d xDrive Sedan,
BMW M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d.
Rigorous use of BMW M GmbH development expertise in the optimisation of agility, precision and emotion; BMW M Performance Automobiles with harmonious interplay of powertrain, chassis technology and design features typical of M models; exclusive, extremely powerful engine; detailed modifications to chassis technology and power transfer; aerodynamically optimised body.
World premiere for a new six-cylinder in-line diesel engine developed exclusively for the BMW M Performance Automobiles; new, globally unique
M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology: three turbochargers, common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors and maximum injection pressure of 2,200 bar; 3.0-litre displacement, 280 kW/381 hp, maximum torque: 740 Newton metres (546 lb-ft); instantaneous responses and outstandingly dynamic power delivery into the upper reaches of the rev range; maximum revs: 5,400 rpm; impressively economical thanks to optimised efficiency and extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology, including Auto Start-Stop function and ECO PRO mode.
Eight-speed Sports automatic transmission with enhanced gearshift dynamics fitted as standard on all BMW M Performance Automobiles;
BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with bespoke set-up optimised to enhance dynamics; BMW M550d xDrive and BMW X5 M50d with Performance Control, BMW X6 M50d with Dynamic Performance Control.
M-specific tuning of suspension, bodyshell mounting, engine and transmission mounting, springs and dampers, all standard and optional chassis control systems, and the Servotronic mapping for the hydraulic steering; result is significantly enhanced agility and precision in dynamic driving situations, with the linear build-up of lateral forces familiar from M cars.
BMW M550d xDrive comes as standard with the Driving Experience Control switch, including ECO PRO mode;
BMW M550d xDrive Touring also features air suspension on the rear axle and automatic self-levelling; both models available as an option with Dynamic Damper Control and Adaptive Drive including anti-roll control.
BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d fitted as standard with air suspension on the rear axle and self-levelling, Adaptive Drive standard on the BMW X6 M50d and available as an option for the
BMW X5 M50d.
Purposeful design modifications in familiar M style set individual models apart and provide aerodynamic optimisation; exterior mirrors and air intake bars with striking Ferric Grey metallic paintwork; trapezoidal exhaust tailpipes; BMW Individual High-gloss Shadow Line; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW M550d xDrive and BMW M550d xDrive Touring; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design standard on the
BMW X5 M50d; 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW X6 M50d; exclusive 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in Ferric Grey available as an option for all models; model lettering on the door sills, boot lid and, in the case of the
BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d, also in the instrument cluster; engine cover with “M Performance” badge.
Bespoke interior design shows clear emphasis on the cars’ sporting character; gearshift lever with M logo; exclusive Alcantara/Nappa leather M sports seats in Black (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d) or Alcantara/Cloth in Grey Shadow (BMW M550d xDrive) with contrast stitching and embossed M logo; M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles; BMW Individual roof liner in Anthracite; interior trim strips in Brushed Aluminium Shadow (BMW X5 M50d,
BMW X6 M50d) or Aluminium Hexagon (BMW M550d xDrive); interior sound design adds further emphasis to the characteristic six-cylinder soundtrack.
All BMW M Performance Automobiles contain a wide range of comfort-enhancing equipment as standard; extensive individualisation possible thanks to virtually full availability of BMW 5 Series, BMW X5 and
BMW X6 options; includes Comfort Access, automatic tailgate operation (standard in Germany on the BMW X6 M50d and
BMW M550d xDrive Touring), hands-free tailgate opening (BMW M550d xDrive, BMW M550d xDrive Touring), electrically operated glass/panoramic sunroof, doors with Soft Close Automatic function, trailer coupling, heated steering wheel, active seats, Adaptive LED Headlights (BMW X6 M50d), navigation systems with hard disk storage, high-quality audio and rear-seat entertainment systems.
Wide range of driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive unmatched by any rival: Head-Up Display, Adaptive Headlights, High-Beam Assistant, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian recognition (BMW M550d xDrive), Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Lane Change Warning System
(BMW M550d xDrive), Lane Departure Warning System
(BMW M550d xDrive), rear-view camera with Top View
(BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d), Surround View (BMW 550d xDrive),
Speed Limit Info, internet access, extended integration of smartphones and music players, Real-Time Traffic Information and apps for receiving web radio and using Facebook and Twitter.
Engine:
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with
M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, aluminium crankcase, three turbochargers (high-pressure, with variable turbine geometry), common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors, maximum injection pressure: 2,200 bar.
Displacement: 2,993 cc,
output: 280 kW/381 hp at 4,000 – 4,400 rpm,
max. torque: 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) at 2,000 – 3 000 rpm,
specific output: 93.6 kW/127.3 hp per litre of displacement.
BMW M Performance models: performance figures, fuel consumption, CO2 emissions:
BMW M550d xDrive Sedan:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.7 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 6.3 litres/100 kilometres (44.8 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 165 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.
BMW M550d xDrive Touring:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.9 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 6.4 litres/100 kilometres (44.1 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 169 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.
BMW X5 M50d:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.4 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres/100 kilometres (37.7 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 199 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.
BMW X6 M50d:
Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.3 seconds,
top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
average fuel consumption: 7.7 litres/100 kilometres (36.7 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 204 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.

 

[Giannis]

The BMW M Performance Automobiles.

• New BMW M GmbH product range based on current BMW models; BMW M Performance Automobiles complement the model family with their clear focus on sports performance combined with unrestricted everyday usability and outstanding efficiency; new product category launches with four models: BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, BMW M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d.
• Rigorous use of BMW M GmbH development expertise in the optimisation of agility, precision and emotion; BMW M Performance Automobiles with harmonious interplay of powertrain, chassis technology and design features typical of M models; exclusive, extremely powerful engine; detailed modifications to chassis technology and power transfer; aerodynamically optimised body.
• World premiere for a new six-cylinder in-line diesel engine developed exclusively for the BMW M Performance Automobiles; new, globally unique M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology: three turbochargers, common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors and maximum injection pressure of 2,200 bar; 3.0-litre displacement, 280 kW/381 hp, maximum torque: 740 Newton metres (546 lb-ft); instantaneous responses and outstandingly dynamic power delivery into the upper reaches of the rev range; maximum revs: 5,400 rpm; impressively economical thanks to optimised efficiency and extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology, including Auto Start-Stop function and ECO PRO mode.
• Eight-speed Sports automatic transmission with enhanced gearshift dynamics fitted as standard on all BMW M Performance Automobiles; BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with bespoke set-up optimised to enhance dynamics; BMW M550d xDrive and BMW X5 M50d with Performance Control, BMW X6 M50d with Dynamic Performance Control.
• M-specific tuning of suspension, bodyshell mounting, engine and transmission mounting, springs and dampers, all standard and optional chassis control systems, and the Servotronic mapping for the hydraulic steering; result is significantly enhanced agility and precision in dynamic driving situations, with the linear build-up of lateral forces familiar from M cars.
• BMW M550d xDrive comes as standard with the Driving Experience Control switch, including ECO PRO mode; BMW M550d xDrive Touring also features air suspension on the rear axle and automatic self-levelling; both models available as an option with Dynamic Damper Control and Adaptive Drive including anti-roll control.
• BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d fitted as standard with air suspension on the rear axle and self-levelling, Adaptive Drive standard on the BMW X6 M50d and available as an option for the BMW X5 M50d.
• Purposeful design modifications in familiar M style set individual models apart and provide aerodynamic optimisation; exterior mirrors and air intake bars with striking Ferric Grey metallic paintwork; trapezoidal exhaust tailpipes; BMW Individual High-gloss Shadow Line; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW M550d xDrive and BMW M550d xDrive Touring; 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design standard on the BMW X5 M50d; 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design standard on the BMW X6 M50d; exclusive 20-inch M light-alloy wheels in Ferric Grey available as an option for all models; model lettering on the door sills, boot lid and, in the case of the BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d, also in the instrument cluster; engine cover with “M Performance” badge.
• Bespoke interior design shows clear emphasis on the cars’ sporting character; gearshift lever with M logo; exclusive Alcantara/Nappa leather M sports seats in Black (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d) or Alcantara/Cloth in Grey Shadow (BMW M550d xDrive) with contrast stitching and embossed M logo; M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles; BMW Individual roof liner in Anthracite; interior trim strips in Brushed Aluminium Shadow (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d) or Aluminium Hexagon (BMW M550d xDrive); interior sound design adds further emphasis to the characteristic six-cylinder soundtrack.
• All BMW M Performance Automobiles contain a wide range of comfort-enhancing equipment as standard; extensive individualisation possible thanks to virtually full availability of BMW 5 Series, BMW X5 and BMW X6 options; includes Comfort Access, automatic tailgate operation (standard in Germany on the BMW X6 M50d and BMW M550d xDrive Touring), hands-free tailgate opening (BMW M550d xDrive, BMW M550d xDrive Touring), electrically operated glass/panoramic sunroof, doors with Soft Close Automatic function, trailer coupling, heated steering wheel, active seats, Adaptive LED Headlights (BMW X6 M50d), navigation systems with hard disk storage, high-quality audio and rear-seat entertainment systems.
• Wide range of driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive unmatched by any rival: Head-Up Display, Adaptive Headlights, High-Beam Assistant, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian recognition (BMW M550d xDrive), Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Lane Change Warning System
  (BMW M550d xDrive), Lane Departure Warning System
  (BMW M550d xDrive), rear-view camera with Top View
  (BMW X5 M50d, BMW X6 M50d), Surround View (BMW 550d xDrive),
  Speed Limit Info, internet access, extended integration of smartphones and music players, Real-Time Traffic Information and apps for receiving web radio and using Facebook and Twitter.
• Engine:
  Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with
  M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, aluminium crankcase, three turbochargers (high-pressure, with variable turbine geometry), common-rail direct injection with piezo injectors, maximum injection pressure: 2,200 bar.
  Displacement: 2,993 cc,
  output: 280 kW/381 hp at 4,000 – 4,400 rpm,
  max. torque: 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) at 2,000 – 3 000 rpm,
  specific output: 93.6 kW/127.3 hp per litre of displacement.
• BMW M Performance models: performance figures, fuel consumption, CO2 emissions:
  BMW M550d xDrive Sedan:
  Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.7 seconds,
  top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
  average fuel consumption: 6.3 litres/100 kilometres (44.8 mpg imp),
  CO2 emissions: 165 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.
  BMW M550d xDrive Touring:
  Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 4.9 seconds,
  top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
  average fuel consumption: 6.4 litres/100 kilometres (44.1 mpg imp),
  CO2 emissions: 169 g/km, exhaust standard: EU6.
  BMW X5 M50d:
  Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.4 seconds,
  top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
  average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres/100 kilometres (37.7 mpg imp),
  CO2 emissions: 199 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.
  BMW X6 M50d:
  Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h (62 mph)]: 5.3 seconds,
  top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph),
  average fuel consumption: 7.7 litres/100 kilometres (36.7 mpg imp),
  CO2 emissions: 204 g/km, exhaust standard: EU5.

 

[mini_cooper4]

Great they are finally here! The X5 which is the best SUV is now even greater with that perfect engine
I thought they will look different from the "standard" M-pack...
Any pictures and more info ? 381PS is official now and that's great !!!!

Edit: fast posting

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

These long-rumored engines are officially released.
two figures that caught my eye....

545 lb-ft of Torque...crazy
31,000 psi.....insane



What else do you need?

 

[Merc1]

I don't even like diesels, but you gotta give it to BMW. These are ridiculous. The question is, are any of them coming to the U.S. ???

That white 5er makes me think the M5 looks best in white afterall.


M

 

[mini_cooper4]

The painted rims and mirrors will really stand out on black or other darker colors... ala Audi S
Only AWD ?? OMG !