2019-04-01 BMW Car

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NEWS


For the first time, BMW M is expanding its high-performance line-
up to include the X3 M and X4 M Competition models, and both
will herald the arrival of a newly-developed, six-cylinder engine
that includes components made using 3D printing.
The X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition models will
be powered by the high-revving unit that features track-proven
cooling and oil supply systems, as well as the latest M TwinPower
Turbo technology update.
Generating 510hp, the 3.0-litre, in-line petrol engine has a
peak torque of 600Nm, while a dual-branch exhaust system
helps to deliver an intoxicating soundtrack.
The ongoing development of M TwinPower Turbo technology,
coupled with the inclusion of two particulate filters and four
catalytic converters, ensures the high-performance, lightweight
unit can claim remarkable efficiency and exceptionally low
emissions for an engine of this size.
BMW says the combined fuel consumption (NEDC) for the X
M Competition will be 26.9mpg, combined with CO₂ emissions
of 239g/km. The corresponding figures for the X4 M Competition
will be 26.7mpg and 239g/km.
The cutting-edge, 3D printing techniques are being used
to create the cylinder head core, and this technology enables
geometric forms to be created that are beyond the capability of
conventional metal casting techniques. The application of these
methods has cut the weight of the cylinder head core, and


SPIRIT OF COOPERATION
The BMW Group and Daimler AG are to join forces on automated
driving. Initially, the focus will be on advancing the development
of next-generation technologies for driver assistance systems,
automated driving on highways and parking features (up to SAE
Level 4).
The two companies have signed a Memorandum of
Understanding, to jointly develop this technology, which is key for
future mobility. The partnership is being viewed as a long-term,
strategic cooperation, and aims to make next-level technologies

widely available by the middle of the coming decade.
"As we continue to pursue our strategy, we are combining
the expertise of two technology leaders. At the BMW Group,
long-term partnerships within a flexible, scalable, non-exclusive
platform are fundamental to advancing the industrialisation of
autonomous driving. Combining the key expertise of our two
companies will boost our innovative strength and speed up the
spread of this technology," said Klaus Fröhlich, member of the
board of management of BMW AG, Development.

BMW and Mercedes-Benz have signed a long-term Memorandum of Understanding, to jointly
develop next-generation technologies for driver assistance systems and automated driving.

EXTRA X FACTOR


allowed its coolant ducts to be routed in a way that optimises
temperature management.
Performance of the new models will be impressive, with the
benchmark 0-62mph of both being quoted as 4.1 seconds. Top
speed is limited to the usual 155mph, unless the optional M
Driver's Package (including driver training) is specified, in which
case it'll rise to 174mph.
Prices for the X3 M Competition will start at £77,070 and for
the X4 M Competition, £79,990.

Well-equipped luxury
inside the new X4 M;
prices start at just
under £80,000.

The new X3 M (right) and X
M Competition models.
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