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BMW Announces Lineup Including M3 CS World Debut for LA Auto Show

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Reinforcing its commitment to offer 25 electrified models –12 of which will be purely electric – by 2025, BMW Group will showcase five electric vehicles at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show including the North American premieres of the BMW i Vision Dynamics, MINI Electric Concept, BMW i3s, and a World Premiere vehicle. The press conference will be livestreamed on www.BMWUSANews.com.

In addition, the BMW M3 CS will make its world premiere, and the BMW X7 SAV Concept and the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo will make their North American premieres. The BMW 8 Series Concept and the all-new BMW M5 will also be featured.



The BMW i Vision Dynamics is an all-electric, emission-free four-door Gran Coupe that accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds, has a top speed of 120 mph with a range of 373 miles. The BMW i Vision Dynamics combines electric mobility with the core values of BMW – dynamism and elegance – and demonstrates how the product range and design language of BMW i can be further incorporated into other models. The new characterization of BMW i’s iconic window profile is a standout feature of the BMW i Vision Dynamics, offering all passengers equally striking views out of the vehicle to lend a shared driving experience – a factor that will become increasingly relevant as semi- and autonomous driving become closer to commonplace.



The new BMW i3s is a sportier and more powerful variant of the BMW i3, the best-selling compact battery-electric vehicle in the premium compact segment worldwide since it launched in 2014. The first ever BMW i3s provides an even sportier interpretation of silent mobility with zero emissions and features a high output 184 hp electric motor that generates peak torque of 199 lb-ft. The BMW i3s accelerates from 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 100 mph. The BMW i3s uses a lithium-ion high-voltage battery developed by the BMW Group with a cell capacity of 94-ampere hours (Ah). Like the BMW i3, the BMW i3s applies the concept of sustainability throughout the interior and exterior of the vehicle, incorporating recycled plastics, renewable raw materials, natural fibers, and open-pored, unbleached eucalyptus wood in the design. The new BMW i3s will be available in U.S. showrooms in November, 2017. Pricing will be announced closer to market launch.



The first-ever BMW M3 CS will make its world debut in Los Angeles. The special-edition model delivers a fine blend of high performance and complete everyday practicality. The extensive use of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic has kept the BMW M3 CS extremely light, around 110 pounds less than a standard M3. The M TwinPower Turbo technology 6-cylinder inline engine yields 453 hp generating a peak torque of 443 lb-ft. The BMW M3 CS accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 174 mph. The BMW M3 CS is available to order in the U.S. starting in May 2018. Pricing will be announced closer to market launch.



The BMW 8 Series Concept marks the long-awaited return of the BMW 8 Series. The pinnacle of luxury for BMW, the BMW 8 Series Concept combines razor-sharp dynamics and modern luxury, and is a precursor to the BMW 8 Series Coupe that’s scheduled for launch in 2018. Its exterior brings together the past and the future: the body is unmistakably a BMW, but it also displays new design ideas and form-building techniques, offering a fresh interpretation of BMW styling cues.



The BMW X7 iPerformance Concept introduces a new model concept for the premium segment that utilizes BMW eDrive technology with a BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine creating an exceptionally efficient and dynamic plug-in hybrid powertrain that excels in all driving situations, including running with zero local emissions. With a generously-sized, six-person interior, the BMW X7 iPerformance Concept offers an interior with a state-of-the-art infotainment system brimming with connectivity that provide an unmatched experience by any BMW past or present. As a result of the interplay between precise, pared-down forms and an open sense of space, the driver and passengers are immersed in a unique, modern setting. BMW X7 iPerformance Concept.



The all-new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo is offered exclusively in the BMW 640i xDrive variant and has a distinct coupe-inspired aerodynamic design. Featuring the award winning BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the 6-cylinder inline gasoline engine generates maximum output of 335 hp and peak torque of 332 lb-ft, accelerating from 0-60 mph in just 5.1 seconds. The intelligent lightweight chassis construction paired to the standard 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters, improved aerodynamics featuring BMW Active Kidney Grille, Air Curtains, Air Breathers and active rear spoiler, a double wishbone front suspension, and standard rear air suspension create a sporty and dynamic experience. The all-new 2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Turismo will be available in U.S. showrooms this fall starting at $69,700 plus $995 Destination and Handling. BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo Press Kit.



The BMW M5 has been regarded as the quintessential high performance sports sedan since its initial iteration launched in 1984. The 2018 BMW M5 marks the debut of the first ever M-specific all-wheel drive system, M xDrive, which allows the BMW M5 to reach new heights of dynamic performance and delivers poise in all driving situations. Thanks to a 4.4-liter V8 engine featuring M TwinPower Turbo technology, the BMW M5 produces 600 hp and 553 lb-ft of peak torque, skyrocketing from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds, making it the quickest and most agile to date. The 2018 BMW M5 will be available at U.S showrooms in spring 2018. Pricing will be announced closer to market launch. BMW M5 Press Kit.

[kprocivic]

What a time to be a car guy or tree hugger.

[AKRAPOVICOWNS]

Probably i8 roadster aswell?

[evanevery]

I thought the i8 Roadster (Spyder) was also supposed to make its public appearance at the LA show?

[LemonOne]

Great new lineups

[clbmw]

M3 CS looks amazing, until you see the predicted price-tag.

[ciaranob]

Odd that the Z4 concept is not in the lineup - it is the CA after all - more vert folk per capita than most states other than perhaps Florida!

[Liquid2.0T]

They seriously need to release pricing for the M3/4 CS

[No Boost]

Wake me when they debut the M2 CSL.

[AwesomeM3]

Originally Posted by evanevery

I thought the i8 Roadster (Spyder) was also supposed to make its public appearance at the LA show?

Originally Posted by AKRAPOVICOWNS

Probably i8 roadster aswell?

I thought the i8 Roadster was supposed to be unveiled November 29 at the L.A. show

[sharocks]

Meh.

That is all.

[bim2er]

Originally Posted by Stage IV

Wake me when they debut the M2 CSL.

Yes, Rip Van Winkle, have a good long deep sleep....

[Brake_Late]

Originally Posted by clbmw

M3 CS looks amazing, until you see the predicted price-tag.

Should be nice

[clbmw]

Originally Posted by Liquid2.0T

They seriously need to release pricing for the M3/4 CS

86,380 pounds - crazy money

http://www.evo.co.uk/bmw/m3/20316/ne...m3-cs-revealed

[jpdchicago]

86380 pounds? That is $113,000! Does it include carbon brakes at that price?
Anything above $100,000 would be crazy with no OLED and no carbon brakes for an extra 10 hp and a few M performance parts.
Nice paint colors though!

[Red Bread]

Originally Posted by jpdchicago

86380 pounds? That is $113,000! Does it include carbon brakes at that price?

Take off 20% VAT, but GBP to USD is never a straight shot. You could do base M3 GBP to USD as a percentage and then multiply that by the CS price in GBP to get within probably 5% of reality.

[jpdchicago]

Do not forget to add taxes to US prices then. Up to 10% in some areas. Prices include taxes in Europe, not in the US.
Take the example of the M4 gts:
150,000 euros including VAT
$132,500 + taxes here.
Basically same exact price.
Problem is, when the gts was introduced, the euro was worth $1.04. It is now worth over $1.15. That does not help with US prices since those models are still made in Germany.

[M3 Number 86]

The BMW koolaid is slowly wearing out in me.

[JorgenM]

What about these claims regarding the world debut of a new electric car at the LA show? Or is it the hybrid i8?

https://www.greencarreports.com/news...akes-u-s-debut


- BMW will use media days at the Los Angeles auto show, which begin on November 29, to unveil a new electric car that's never before been seen.

The electric model that will debut in California wasn't otherwise specified in the German maker's announcement, which called it simply "a world premiere vehicle."

It's entirely possible, however, that it might be a concept version of the future BMW X3e, an all-electric version of its next-generation X3 compact crossover utility vehicle.

[IB M]

Originally Posted by Brake_Late

Should be nice

Wonder how comfortable drivers right arm will be in the CS without an armrest. Given it's a DCT u don't need the room to work the shift action like in a 6MT.

[mkoesel]

Originally Posted by JorgenM

What about these claims regarding the world debut of a new electric car at the LA show? Or is it the hybrid i8?

According to the press release (quote below), only three of the five electric vehicles BMW is bringing to LA are currently being named. One of the other two is specifically called a "World Premier vehicle". I suspect a concept version of the upcoming electric X3 (possibly called "iX3").

It's not clear what the further electric vehicle will be. It is highly unlikely it will be another world premier or even North American premier, else I'm sure they'd have said as much. Perhaps it will simply be the non-"s" i3 LCI. Yes, technically that vehicle would also be a North American premier, but the i3 already exists obviously, so perhaps they opted not to include the LCI of the base model in the list of premiers so as not to cheapen the impact of the others.

Reinforcing its commitment to offer 25 electrified models – 12 of which will be purely electric – by 2025, BMW Group will showcase five electric vehicles at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show including the North American premieres of the BMW i Vision Dynamics, MINI Electric Concept, BMW i3s, and a World Premiere vehicle that will be shown during the BMW Group press conference on Wednesday, November 29 at 8:50 a.m. PST at the BMW Stand in the Los Angeles Convention Center.

[spuntyb]

I pray to god they come to their collective senses and announce all the wagons will be coming to the North American market. 6GT?? GTFO.