We have received spy clicks of the forthcoming BMW X1. The crossover is seen covered in camouflage garb.

It means that we can’t see the headlight and bumper, but we can make something out of the photos. The BMW X1, for example contains a rooftop window – a unique inclusion to the vehicle.

BMW X1 comes out with some new styling themes as a 2023 product. Therefore, the crossover will be in showrooms by the 2nd half of 2022, at the earliest.

The vehicle is based on its new platform FAAR. It was designed back in 2019 but it was later redesigned to become stable and strong. The Gran Coupe released in 2020 was also based on this architecture. The upcoming iX1 will also take the same platform.

The third-generation BMW X1 will come with both a traditional powertrain and a fully-electric drivetrain.

The engines will transfer over from last year, including the collection of 1.5 liter inline 3 and the 2-liter inline-4. All the engines are turbocharged and powered-up. The hybrid options are going to come in the iX1.

The all-wheel system of this X1 is possibly available. The transmission will be an 8-speed automatic.

Everyone expects that BMW this time will give the EV version but we will have to wait and see.

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BMW has redesigned the X1 compact crossover and this latest version’s prototype has a battery-electric version.

Last summer, the CEO of BMW confirmed the plan for an electric X1 and an electric 5-series. The electric X1 would be called the iX1, he stated.

The redesigned X1 is based on the latest front-wheel-drive architecture from BMW, which is known as FAAR. The FAAR platform is a renewed version of the UKL platform that supports the current X1.

The biggest change is the option for a battery-electric powertrain.

The spy photos don’t reveal much and we can’t see the bumper’s design due to the camouflage garb. The bumper will likely be the same as the old one.

BMW didn’t disclose any details regarding the power under the hood, but we expect that the powertrain on the base variant will be teamed up with a single electric motor. A more potent option with two motors forming an all-wheel-drive system will also be offered. The expected range of the battery-electric model will be at least 250 miles for all variants.

The Mini Cooper SE, the aforementioned iX1, and the new i4 are being launched by the BMW Group for the 2022 model year. The refreshed version of the BMW X1 is expected to go sale in 2022 as a 2023 model with the iX1 arriving at the same time.

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BMW have been spotted testing a battery-electric version of the current-generation 3-series. This time the interior is hidden from view instead of the exterior. The new 3series will go into production by July 2022, so there is a lot more time for the brand to work on the body. The usual front and rear fascia changes will be introduced later this year as part of the mid-cycle update.

The latest clicks show that the exterior remains unchanged, at least for now. According to spy photos, BMW has completely hidden the dashboard with a black sheet. Something is under the works at BMW and we will soon know the details. For now, the German manufacturer is tight-lipped and reluctant to disseminate information. However, from the photos we can make out that the 3-series will have a curved display that is currently found in the BMW iX. The screen spreads throughout the dash and brings advanced features to the mix. The 3-series might not get the majority of these features but we expect a handful to make through to production.

It is also unsure what powertrain will go in the 3 series. According to reports, more hybrid and electric vehicles are planned so that will probably be the 3series’ future. We are more excited about BMW’s personal assistant. The iDrive8 is going to be revolutionary in the coming years as it is evident from the technology’s success in the iX. The 3-series might just get it in the upcoming model.  

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The next generation of BMW vehicles is due and the German manufacturer is hard at work testing the prototypes. This allows us to catch the camouflaged vehicles in their raw form. The 2023 BMW M2 has recently been caught during its test run.

The M2 is expected to get a complete redesign after many years. All the new BMW design cues are present, including the quad exhausts, flared wheel arches, and the sporty side mirrors. The new kidney-grille design will also make its way onto the M2. The idea is to make the smaller models stand out. BMW has already wooed the market with the M3 and M4 designs so the M2 will not fall short of expectations.

The BMW M2 will be based on the CLAR platform which it shares with the Z4.

The 2023 BMW M2 is expected to get an underpowered version of the 3-0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine. The powertrain will probably produce around 420 hp, which is an increase of 55 hp.

The 2-series will come out as a 2022 model, which means the M2 version will come out a year later as the 2023 model. The pricing bracket will get a boost thanks to the inclusion of the new engine but there should not be a huge difference.

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The BMW 8 Series Coupe is the crown jewel in the German brand’s vehicle lineup. The vehicle exudes luxury and class like no other, but having said that, BMW believes in making something that is great even better.

The 8 Series is getting a new makeover and it has been spotted during testing with a camouflaged front fascia. The sporty coupe was spotted on the public roads somewhere in Germany. From the pictures, it is evident that the car will have a tweaked grille and bumper. The headlights might get a slight brush-up but we can’t say for sure until further pictures are released.

The Coupe’s cousin the Gran Coupe was spotted a few days earlier and it had a similar camo covering its front-end. However, the coupe’s entire bumper is covered whereas the GC version had a slight opening in the middle to allow the adaptive cruise control sensor to work.

The rear-end of the two vehicles is also similarly covered with camo. The rear bumper looks to be slightly different from last year’s model and the taillights give off a different vibe.

The news regarding the powertrain is still a bit scarce. The new model is expected to run the same roster of engines as before with some minor changes to the output. The 8 Series Coupe is sportier, meaning BMW might add a few horses to the mix but European emission standards might not allow that to happen.

The BMW 8 Series Coupe facelift will come out early next year as the 2022 model.     

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The BMW i4 is under its testing phase, which means a lot of spy shots have been circulating the internet trying to make sense of the upcoming design. The latest photos have revealed a lot more than before, including details of the front-grille design.

The front-end is partially visible, and although it is still covered by camouflage material, a lot more can be said about the grille’s shape and size. The BMW i4 will have the same signature kidney-grille as before with practically the same size as in the earlier models.

The headlights are also clearly visible for the first time revealing a c-shaped design. The LED daytime lights and the two projector-beam combo has been the go-to for BMW in the recent past and the i4 follows the same pattern.

Unsurprisingly, the rear of the vehicle also shows more than it did earlier. The taillights, for example, can be seen more clearly and we can decipher their near-final shape. Since the camouflage panels have started coming off, we can say for sure that the BMW i4’s release is not that far away.

The prototype vehicle is in its final stages of testing and once that is complete, BMW will reveal the I4 in its final form. It is expected to be released by late 2021 so expect a full unveiling by the Spring/Summer of 2021.

The BMW i4 is touted to be more powerful than some of BMW’s performance cars like the M3 and M4. The i4 will produce 530 hp at its peak, which will allow it to go from 0 to 60 mph in a brisk 4 seconds or less. The whopping performance figures are possible thanks to the single motor setup and BMW’s intuitive drag-reduction aerodynamic technology.

BMW has been tight-lipped on the price of the i4, but expect it to be around $70,000 for the base variant.   

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The 2023 BMW X8 has been spotted during testing as spy shots reveal the idea is presently in the works. Recently, it was rumored that BMW is looking to expand its SUV roster by adding an even larger SUV to its line-up. The spy shots confirm the news and while the photograph doesn’t reveal much about the final design and features of the large-sized SUV, we can deduce several things that resemble other BMW models. 

The X8 seems to have a sleeker roof that slopes in to join with the rear. The German auto manufacturer, it seems, has decided to go for a more elegant look rather than giving the SUV a boxier appearance similar to that of the X5 and X7. The stylish roof allows the rear-seat passengers to have extra headroom and the possibility of installing executive seats that can be placed instead of the standard three-seat option to add a bit of luxury.

According to reports, the X8 will also get a high-performance variant under BMW’s ‘M’ badge. The X8 M will have a more powerful engine and improved performance. This is particularly exciting since the SUV spotted in the spy shots seems to be a PHEV variant. The hybrid X8 may sport the 3.0 liter 6-cylinder engine that when teamed up with an electric motor produces an impressive 389 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

The 2023 X8 will probably share its design with the upcoming X7 with a few tweaks here and there to tell the difference, especially since the X8 will be based on BMW’s CLAR platform.

Since the X8 comes as a 2023 model, you are going to see its reveal by mid-2022 with deliveries starting by 2023. The X8 competes with some of the best in the industry like the Audi Q8 and the Range Rover Sport, so expect prices to go north of $100,000.      

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The BMW M5 CS has shown itself out in the open. Recently, spy shots of the M5 CS during testing were released. The shots do not show the car in all its glory but we can get an idea of the design it will follow.

The 2021 BMW M5 CS model is due to get the performance and tech upgrades and it will range higher than the base M5 and the M5 Competition. This will vehicle will now become the flagship BMW offering.

The pictures show the car resembling the M5 but there are slight differences that are only visible to the keen eye. On closer inspection, we can see a few notable differences that set the M5 CS apart from its brothers.

The grille as well as the front-end is unique with a new front lip spoiler in place that cannot be found on other M5s. The rear-end gets a refreshed spoiler that resembles that of the spoilers found in the M2, M3, and M4 CS models.

As is customary with spy shots and camouflaged cars we have no precise information on the powertrain. However, it is expected that the M5 CS will sport a freshly developed V8 engine. This new engine is smaller and packs a punch. It is much better compared to the 4.4-liter V8 being used in performance BMW cars nowadays. Reports also suggest that the new V8 may have hybrid capabilities so an M5 CS hybrid is also possible.

As a result, performance could reach somewhere in the neighborhood of 64- to 650 hp. This will be an enhancement over the M5’s 600hp and M5 Competition’s 617 hp.

It is expected that the M5 variants will make their way to showrooms by early 2021. Further details about the 2021 BMW M5 CS will be revealed months before the official launch.

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The BMW i4 sedan was recently caught in full camouflage attire. The spy shots have revealed, to an extent, what the electric sedan will look like in the near future. BMW had hinted at designing the i4 on the I Vision Dynamics Concept car but it seems that the upcoming sedan will share its looks with the 4-series Gran Coupe.

The BMW i4 has striking headlights with daytime running LEDs, similar to the M series BMWs. The German automaker has decided to keep the grille concealed. Every BMW gets the kidney-grille so not much is left to the imagination even though the grille is non-existent as of now. Whether the grille is big or small that will be known as we get closer to its release.

The i4’s design seems to have a mix of sporty aesthetics as well as a slight luxury aspect. The elegant roof drops down to meet the boot in the rear to give the car a coupe-type finish. The spy shots do not reveal the taillights so that is a surprise you would have to wait until the final release. No exhaust pipes are protruding out the back though and given that the i4 is an EV you should not be surprised.

Reports suggest that the BMW i4 will be based on BMW’s CLAR platform. This means that the car will have multiple variants. BMW will offer an 80 kWh battery that will produce an impressive 523 horsepower and an electric range of 373 miles. The i4 will be able to use its RWD or optional AWD system to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 4 seconds with a top speed of about 124 mph.

The 80kWh battery pack on the electric sedan will be able to reach 80% of its capacity in only 35 minutes using the fast charger provided by BMW. The truth of all these claims will be evident once the sedan is released.

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Following a series of leaked images with the brand-new 2019 BMW 3-Series Touring last month, the model in question has been seen again on the streets in the back of a trailer, perhaps getting ready for a new round of tests.

As we can depict from the new spy photos, the test mule has lost main of its camouflage, leaving instead the rear end covered, which might indicate some additional changes. That means that BMW is making the final preparations before its unveiling at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, next March.

Once emerged on the market, it will tackle the likes of the new Audi A4 Avant, Volvo V60 or Mercedes C-Class Estate. The model is also set to become by far the most appealing and sportier touring in the segment, far more beautiful than the aforementioned models.

Speaking of beauty and sporty looks, the way it looks in the spy photos, it will surely become such car. It will be bigger and wider than the previous generation and will follow the carmaker`s new design philosophy. Looking quite similar with the bigger 5-Series Touring, the 3-Series station wagon distinguishes itself with the more appealing headlights and taillights.

Mechanically, the new 3-Series Touring will be more technologically-advanced than the previous model, coming with better handling and driving capabilities, a series of new safety gizmos and accompanied by a wide and powerful suite of engines under the hood.

The cabin will borrow the suite of technology also available on the new 5- and 8-Series models, including the company`s newest infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, along with driving assistance systems, high-quality materials and much more.

As for engine lineup, the 2019 BMW 3-Series Touring will carry over some of the G20`s configurations, adding some new ones. We should thus be able to see both high-performance petrol burners and diesels, with four- and six-cylinder configurations. We should mention here the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with two power choices – 181 HP and 254 HP, respectively, along with its six-cylinder counterpart, with 382 horsepower. On the diesel side, there will be a 2.0-liter turbo pot with 148 HP and 187 HP, followed by a 3.0-liter engine with 261 HP.

Expect for full details to emerge in the upcoming period, meanwhile, enjoy the spy photos released by CarPix for CarScoops!

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