Following a series of leaked images some time ago, the German-based carmaker BMW has officially released the video presentation of the all-new 2019 BMW 8-Series Convertible.

The video is showcasing the M850i Convertible in its latest design language, revealing as well the luxurious interior and the raw power under the hood.

As we all know already, in terms of design, the 2019 BMW 8-Series Convertible carries over the company`s new philosophy, also seen on the Coupe variant. It is beauty at its finest, an exceptional piece of German engineering that demonstrates one more time BMW`s supremacy in that field.

The 2019 BMW 8-Series Convertible is at the same time, beautiful, aggressive, intimidating and refined, coming with evolutionary design lines. The main highlights on the outside is the now much wider grille which enhances the front fascia`s aggressive look. The grille is also flanked by adaptive LED headlights with laserlight technology, while adding LED taillights, trapezoidal exhaust tips or 20-inch M lightweight alloys.

The new 2019 BMW 8-Series M850i Convertible also comes with a retractable soft top that can be raised or lowered in no less than 15 seconds, and that at speeds up to 48 km/h. The convertible also features an automatic rollover protecting system, deploying around ‘’to high-strength aluminum roll bars within a fraction of a section.”

Optionally, those wanting a flashier look, can also buy the M Carbon Exterior, which adds more goodies, all made from carbon fiber. You should thus be able to get new mirror caps, “air intake bars” and rear diffuser insert.

Just like the 8-Series Coupe, the M850i xDrive is powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 petrol burner, and paired to a high-performance eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.

However, for the soft top, the power is set at 523 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque, allowing a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds; however, we do not know exactly the performance figure. On the other hand, its coupe sibling manages the same sprint in 3.7 seconds. The top speed is electronically-limited at 250 km/h.

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The all-new 2019 BMW X5 leaked a couple of days ago, has finally reached its destination in a new form. It is bigger, wider and sounds more powerful – at least that`s what the company states about the new model in the official trailer below.

Visually, at the front, the 2019 BMW X5 features a prominent front grille with smaller headlights which resemble those from the new X3, while the horizontal intake between the grille and air dam provides a more aggressive look; the rear end is also fresh, featuring new taillights with a fresh outline. The rear bumper also features trapezoidal tailpipe finishers which replace the round tips.

The overall design language is complemented by the new wheels, with size ranging between 19- to 22-inch V-spoke alloy wheels.

Sitting on the company`s new CLAR platform, the all-new 2019 BMW X5 has bigger dimensions, shedding off as well some significant weight and coming with increased driving dynamics. It thus rides on a 42mm longer wheelbase, while it is 36mm longer and 66mm wider as well.

The interior brings the latest high-tech gizmos, such as BMW`s latest iDrive 7.0 media system, with 12.3-inch digital screen, or 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver. There is also the Top View, along with Panorama View or 3D View systems, all part of the Parking Assist Plus. Customers can also opt for two 10.2-inch HD touch-screens with two USB ports, HDMI socket with two headphones jacks or DVD playback.

The company is also offering the latest safety systems, such as Lane Change Warning and Lane Departure Warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Side Collision Protection, Evasion Aid, Priority Warning & Wrong-Way Warning and Crossing Traffic Warning.

As for the engines under the hood, the all-new 2019 BMW X5 comes equipped with no less than four powertrains, like the US-spec X5 xDrive50i with 462 horsepower, as well as the X5 xDrive40i with 340 horsepower, and two diesel inline six-cylinder engines, with 400 horsepower (X5 M50d) and 265 horsepower (X5 xDrive30d). All variants come with the standard xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive, along with the optional Off-Raod package with two-axle air suspension.

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While BMW is busy testing out and preparing its latest models, Motorrad division is also in the works of latest superbike concepts. One of them has just been released in the media and is presumed to lead the way for a future bike in the Adventure Sport series.

Motorrad`s new concept is titled 9cento and represents “the ideal sports touring bike”, with a stylish and an extremely aerodynamic design. As the company also mentioned, the concept gives us a “look ahead to what an exciting new Adventure Sport model might look like.”

Besides the couple of details about its style, there are no any info concerning the amount of power it will come with. However, Edgar Heinrich, Head of Design at BMW Motorrad, gave us enough reasons to believe that the concept is fit to wear the carmaker`s badge, stating:

We’ve created a bike that combines the appropriate power with reliable sports touring properties and above all lots of riding fun, so it’s an attractive overall package. It brings together the best of the sports, adventure and touring segments to produce an exciting concept – in a class which has not seen this kind of model from BMW before.”

The BMW Motorrad Concept 9cento features an extremely appealing design, with plenty of new aluminum components, ’hovering’ side panels, nicely-sculpted fuel tank, as well as a windscreen which provides protection against the elements.

The new concept is also extremely practical, coming with an ”innovative storage space concept”, featuring a clip-element on the rear of the motorcycle. The bike can also be had with a rear passenger seat or storage case.

Mechanically, the Concept 9cento comes with a milled aluminum rear carrier and carbon fiber reinforced plastic frame, along with a touring-focused suspension system which provides increased comfort and a ”sense of light-footedness.”

Other significant details can be found in the official video presentation of the BMW Mottorad Concept 9cento Bike! Enjoy and don`t forget to share your opinions with us!

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German based carmaker has finnaly decided to unleash the one-off 2018 BMW M5 in the United Kingdom, releasing as well two exquisite videos that explain design language and driving capabilities.

Once arriving in the United Kingdom, the high-end model will take on the likes of the new Mercedes-AMG E63 S, coming with a price tag of £89,645, as opposed to the E63 S which is set at £88,295.

Just like in many other European countries, the new M5 will be offered with a wide range of colours, like Frozen Dark Silver or Frozen Arctic Grey. Exclusively for the UK market, the new model will also arrive in the gorgeous Marina Bay, also highlighted in the media gallery below.

Technology wise, the new M5 borrows the same technology lineup also seen on the latest 5-Series or 2016 7-Series. It has been also equipped with updated equipment, like new shifter, M Sport steering wheel with two M Drive buttons, adding as well the state-of-the-art Head-Up Display with satellite navigation and much more.

One of the car`s main highlights refer to the xDrive configuration which uses a “central intelligence unit” that provides “all the agility and precision of standard rear-wheel drive with the supreme poise and traction of the all-wheel-drive system.”

As a premiere in a BMW model, the new M5 will also come with a CFRP roof, while the front wings and bonnet are made from aluminum. This makes it lightweight and increase its performance figures. Another distinguishable element is inside and refers to the steering wheel which now has received a couple of red lacquered buttons – M1 and M2 – which store the car`s chassis settings.

Paired to an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and a new all-wheel-drive configuration, the all-new 2018 BMW M5 also features a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, developing 600 PS and 750 Nm of torque. This allows a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a staggering 3.4 seconds. On the other hand, the 200 km/h sprint is also done in 11.1 seconds. with the M Driver`s Package, the top speed is raised from 250 km/h to an impressive 305 km/h.

As for fuel economy, the new M5 comes with a decent 26.9 mpg, while the CO2 emissions stop at 241 g/km. You can find full details in the two videos and gorgeous media gallery below!

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BMW 7-Series` top of the line M760i was officially unveiled during the 2016 Los Angeles Auto, the luxury saloon almost instantly winning the hearts of those BMW passionate in search for thrill and high-end taste.

However, journalists around the world have asked themselves if the model is worth the $180K price tag – I mean, it is twice as expensive as the entry-level 740i and around $17,000 more than Alpina`s latest B7 Bi-Turbo.

In the video presentation below, automotive news and car reviewer Doug DeMuro is trying to put the pieces together and explain if the car is worth the aforementioned price, providing facts and details about the car`s powertrain and so forth.

Usually, the value of a car is mostly given by the type of engine it comes with under the hood. And by comparison, the 760i`s massive and powerful 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 is no match for the 740i entry-level which uses a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo. So, it is like putting together 600 horsepower versus 320 horsepower. In the flagship, the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is also done in a staggering 3.6 seconds, which is way too fast than the entry-level variant and even than the BMW M4.

Besides the outrageous engine and power output, a flagship model must also standout from a visual standpoint and suite of luxury equipment and technology inside the cabin.

And the BMW M760i features of plenty of technology like gesture controls, smart key, advanced 360-degree camera system and tablets. The gizmos are in perfect contrast with high-end and premium leather upholstery.

So what is it that it is recommended with the high-price mentioned above? You can find out more details and insights in the video exposed below by Doug DeMuro! Would you pay $180K for such an exclusive 7-Series model, even more expensive than the current Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo? Please comment in the section area below!

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Following numerous debates, leaked info, or renderings based on spy photos, the almighty 2018 BMW i8 Roadster has been finally revealed to the world in the first official videos which highlight its exclusive exterior, exciting driving and performance capabilities.

The model is also highlighted standing side-by-side its i8 Coupe variant, both models looking exceptionally well and appealing.

From a visual standpoint, the new i8 Coupe is everything a BMW enthusiast would ever want – a more evolutionary design, state-of-the-art technology, improved mile range and so on; and the i8 Convertible follows the same aesthetic rules.

As we can depict from the videos below, the 2018 BMW i8 Roadster features a soft top roof which is electronically stowed in its compartment in just 16 seconds. We are also dealing here with a fabric roof featuring a 3D printed mechanism that increases the car`s cargo space.

Inside, the i8 Roadster`s interior offers generous space as well, complemented with Tera World Copper with E-Copper upholstery, carbon fiber trim and sport steering wheel. All these are in perfect balance with the car`s exterior choice of E-Copper or Donnington Grey colours.

As mentioned before in previous posts, just like the new i8 Coupe, the i8 Roadster too comes with an increased range of around 18 miles.

The hybrid`s drivetrain involves a three-cylinder turbocharged engine plus an electric motor, which delivers a total of 369 horsepower. It also manages an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds, meaning a 0.2 second difference compared with the i8 Coupe. The new battery also allows for an average consumption of 70 eMPG.

And since words are useless at this point, we invite you to watch the impressive videos revealing the new 2018 BMW i8 Coupe and i8 Roadster in all their plenitude! Do you find any particular differences between the two of them? Please comment!

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Following a series of spy photos some while ago, the all-new 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV is back into the spotlights in a couple of new renderings and a video, which highlight the car`s future design and styling.

The renderings and video (with the making of these renderings) called “THIS IS IT” are signed by digital artist Peisert Design and offer a realistic approach on the SUV`s production final form. The renderings are also based on the spy photos.

Details with the new 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan have been revealed before; however, for those who missed out our latest posts on the Cullinan, should know that the gorgeous and long-expected SUV will borrow most of the design lines from the new Phantom.

Besides the striking resemblance with the Phantom, the new Cullinan will also come with features of its own, such as new front bumper with aider air intakes, shorter grille like the one seen in the renderings, or wider headlights. At the back, the model will also feature suicide rear doors and a raked D-pillar.

As for interior highlights, the latest spy photos also provided some clues with the new features. Just like the exterior, the cabin will also borrow styling elements from the same Phantom. However, it will add details of its own, like center console between the seats with a more conventional look, traditional analog clocks for the instrument binnacle, digital display and much more.

It is already known that the new Cullinan will be using the same aluminum architecture like its counterpart the Phantom, yet it will be much shorter and sporty than the latter. Under the hood, the model will feature the Phantom`s massive 6.7-liter twin-turbo engine, with around the same power and torque – 563 horsepower and whopping 900 Nm of torque, paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and featuring an all-wheel drive system.

The British-based luxury car manufacturer will unveil the all-new Rolls-Royce Cullinan in 2018, with full details to be announced prior to its official debut.

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Following the successful launch of the long-awaited 2018 M5, German-based carmaker used the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, as the perfect excuse to officially introduce a fine-tuned variant of the new M5.

Those looking for a more versatile M5 can find the new details with the 2018 M5 M Performance Parts, recently arriving in Las Vegas and standing side-by-side the gorgeous 2018 BMW M3 30 Years American Edition, also launched to celebrate 30 years of M3 in the US.

Back to our 2018 BMW M5 M Performance Parts, this limited-run edition is visually enhanced with an army of M goodies, complemented with the same 4.4-liter V8 engine with BMW`s TwinPower Turbo technology, and which outputs 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. This also allows an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds.

Besides the massive torque and power under the hood, BMW purists will also appreciate the car`s new carbon fiber aero kit, which increases the aggressive looks and personality.

The 2018 BMW M5 M Performance Parts brags with the BMW M race colours on the front apron, adding as well an array of M goodies, such as carbon fiber side sill attachments, carbon fiber rear spoiler Pro, rear spoiler and rear diffuser.

The car`s impressive acceleration is also provided by the BMW M Performance coil-over suspension system, carbon-ceramic brakes, as well as the M Performance sports exhaust system. Let`s not forget the M Performance Drive Analyzer which keeps track of the car`s main important data.

BMW has also released the official video which previews the car`s most important characteristics. Enjoy the ride and don’t forget to share your opinions with us! Are there any noticeable exterior details that separate it from the stock 2018 M5?

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It may not be the all-new 2018 BMW M5, but it is Alpina`s ultimate iteration in terms of exquisite looks and sheer performance under the hood – it is the 2018 D5 S, recently unveiled by BMW`s hardcore division in details and video below.

There are a lot of qualities that makes an Alpina stand-out from the crowd, and the new 2018 D5 S, in both the sedan and touring forms, has all it takes to perfectly replace the M5, not to mention that it comes cheaper and proves to be extremely rigid, high-performance in terms of driving capabilities and fit for all road conditions.

Visually, it still keeps Alpina`s design language, coming with sporty bumpers, bespoke front and rear spoilers, one-off tailpipes, and completing the scenery with the same unforgettable Alpina alloy wheels.

Other distinguishable elements refer to Alpina logos and stripes. The cabin complements the exterior with plenty of high-end materials, adding the latest high-tech gadgetries – full colour digital instrument panel in LED as standard.

In the engine department, the 2018 Alpina D5 S is quite a stud, demonstrating its raw power thanks to a 3.0-liter straight-six cylinder diesel engine with two-stage turbo charging and common rail high-pressure direct injection.

This means that the new D5 S, in the sedan form, is capable of churning out 388 horsepower and 800 Nm of torque, which for a diesel is quite amazing. That also translates in a 4.4-second run from 0 to 100 km/h, at a top speed of 286 km/h.

Despite the impressive power and torque, the 2018 Alpina D5 sedan S is quite fuel-efficient, managing just 6.6l/100 km and 174 g/km CO2. On the other hand, the touring runs from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, at a top speed of 283 km/h, while the consumption stands at 6.9l/100 km.

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It is a proven fact that wagons don’t deliver the same performance and driving joy as their coupe siblings – perhaps this is why Americans are not that much into the wagon variants – but there are recently unveiled models from BMW that are almost as pleasant to be driven as real sedans or sport coupes. And one of them would be the 2017 5-Series Touring.

Officially unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, the all-new 5-Series Touring is considered a real genuine European wagon, with impressive characteristics in terms of design and interior, and particularly with amazing performance underneath the skin.

Sure there are many differences that separate a sedan from a wagon, but in a certain way, the all-new 5-Series Touring is the perfect family car with outstanding characteristics. And CarWow magazine wanted to find out just that.

Mat Watson, famous journalists well-known for its straightforward opinions on cars, has driven the all-new 5-Series Touring and speaks very highly of it. He was particularly amazed by the car`s new air suspension which now comes standard, and can cope with all road conditions.

It is a fun and comfortable car to drive, even if it is way too large than the four-door sibling. With 570-liter boot space and an overall of more than 1,700 liters with the rear seats being folded, the Touring is still a great handler when it comes to power and torque.

Speaking of which, this particular model (530d) comes with a 3.0-liter straight-six diesel engine, outputting 265 horsepower and impressive 620 Nm of torque, which makes it quite fast from 0 to 100 km/h. And even for such a powerful diesel, the noise inside is barely noticeable.

The model is also at its technological peak, borrowing the same gadgetry line as the rest of the 5- or the 7-Series. This means the state-of-the-art infotainment system with touchscreen, voice command of rotary knob. We can add gesture control system, smart surround view camera system, remote control parking and the latest safety systems.

You can find out the best of this car in the videos below put together by CarWow. The media gallery is also impressive! Enjoy and stay tuned!

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