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I'm really getting sick of all these new models. There's a fine line between true marketing genius and actual demand for the vehicles. I think the X6 is that line.
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These pictures show BMW’s new X1 testing on the streets of Munich ahead of its launch in around 18 months.
Our pictures clearly show that despite the raised ride height, the car will be low –¬ it’s barely taller than the Mercedes E-class next to it. Without the cladding the apparent bulk will be reduced further, making the X1 more like a 1-series estate than a downsized X3. That means a hatchback rear, potentially with an opening glass section like the 3-series Touring, and a wide lower tailgate. The interior appears to be standard issue BMW, with the current steering wheel and switchgear, but adds two new large vents to the middle of the dash. Underneath it uses a modified version of the 1-series’ platform with BMW’s X-Drive four-wheel drive transmission. Like all of BMW’s future 4x4s, it will also get the new DPC torque vectoring system, which can direct up to 80 per cent of the engine’s torque to whichever individual wheel has the most grip. |
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BMW has kicked off a top-secret project to add yet another member to its family of X-badged crossover SUVs. In addition to the X5, the just-freshened X3, and a two-door X6 due in 2008, work has begun on the pint-size X1, planned for 2010.
The compact SUV market might seem an unlikely place for a premium German marque, but BMW won't be alone. Audi will be there with the Volkswagen Tiguan-derived Q3, as will Mercedes-Benz with its GLK. All three are aimed at young families, active singles, well-to-do female customers, and empty nesters. These groups all share the desire to sit up high, to surround themselves with lots of active and passive safety equipment, and to own a premium product with a versatile interior. They are less interested in size and high-performance engines. They're also value-focused, which is why the X1 will be priced about the same as a loaded Toyota RAV4. At roughly 170 inches long, the X1 combines the footprint of the 1-series with packaging similar to that of the X3. The large wheels and the suspension come from the X3. The underbody, the drivetrain, and the electronics will be taken from the 1-series. The X1's more carlike DNA is reflected in its target weight of 3400 pounds, significantly lighter than the X3. The X1 is principally a four-seater, but since the rear chairs slide and fold, an optional fifth seat could be integrated. BMW may offer a variety of opening and see-through roof treatments. Like the X3, the X1 should sell more than 100,000 units per year. Will that satisfy BMW's X craving? Apparently not. An X4, a two-door closely related to the X1 and the X3, is in the works. So is the X7--a stretched X5 sporting six seats, an air suspension, and an optional V-12--which is poised to take on the Range Rover |
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In addition to its V-series of cars BMW is also working on a new compact SUV model positioned below the current X3 that has now been spotted in prototype form at the Nurburgring. Likely to be called the X1, the new car is based on the 1-series range but will come with a taller ride height as well as an X-drive AWD system lifted directly from the larger X3 SUV.
Engine options will range from a 145hp 1.8L four-cylinder petrol engine to a range topping 3L diesel. Transmissions will include a conventional six-speed manual as well an optional six-speed self shifter. Expect to see elements from the CS concept car make it onto the new X1 including an enlarged grille, wrap around headlights and an aggressive bumper. Production numbers are expected to be around the 100,000 mark and will start at a BMW plant in Leipzig by the middle of next year. The X1 will be priced higher than the 1-series, likely starting close to the $30,000 mark. Much of the car’s components will also be shared with the upcoming Mini SUV to save on development costs, although the BMW model is expected to be significantly larger than the Mini. |
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would be sick if they put a tweaked 335i engine in it
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In addition to its V-series of cars BMW is also working on a new compact SUV model positioned below the current X3 that has now been spotted in prototype form at the Nurburgring. Likely to be called the X1, the new car is based on the 1-series range but will come with a taller ride height as well as an X-drive AWD system lifted directly from the larger X3 SUV.
Engine options will range from a 145hp 1.8L four-cylinder petrol engine to a range topping 3L diesel. Transmissions will include a conventional six-speed manual as well an optional six-speed self shifter. Expect to see elements from the CS concept car make it onto the new X1 including an enlarged grille, wrap around headlights and an aggressive bumper. Production numbers are expected to be around the 100,000 mark and will start at a BMW plant in Leipzig by the middle of next year. The X1 will be priced higher than the 1-series, likely starting close to the $30,000 mark. Much of the car’s components will also be shared with the upcoming Mini SUV to save on development costs, although the BMW model is expected to be significantly larger than the Mini. And a X 1/6 photochop |
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that looks damn good
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