19 October 2012, 07:22 AM
When you start shopping around for contract hire deals to offer to your staff, there are several things you need to bear in mind, in addition to the cost of the package you choose. One option open to you is the BMW 3 Series Saloon, which ticks a number of boxes.
If you're not convinced of the merits of this model, maybe the following points will sway your decision.
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Although the main purpose of having a company car is to get from A to B, these vehicles can do more than just transpo
17 May 2012, 06:03 PM
The BMW 3-series range will be boosted by several new models including 320i EfficientDynamics and the super-economical 316i.Other very interesting feature is the adoption of xDrive for F30.
BMW 320i EfficientDynamics Edition is powered by a 170HP (125 kW) 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo engine. A manual 6-speed transmission takes care of power transmission. The BMW 320i EfficientDynamics Edition accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, with fuel consumption at 5.2/100 km and CO2 emissions at ju
18 February 2012, 05:08 AM
BMW is generating some hype before the 82nd Geneva Motor Show by listing all of its entries for this year. The lineup is a complex combination of European and World premiers that radiate innovation, quality, emotion and excitement. The i3 and i8 concepts will also participate in the form of BMW's future vision of design and mobility. BMW's presentations won't be on wheels only. With an array of original accessories and performance packages such as the “M performance”, the company will try to mee
24 October 2011, 02:34 PM
Do you remember BMW E39 525TDS Automatic? Yep, this old huge saloon, which was meant to go at long journeys with minimal fuel consumption. Fail! The car was so heavy and underpowered that it was a nightmare to drive. Still, there are thousands of them even now and they still work or kind of…
Now, you’ll be able to buy the brand new BMW F10 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon, which is also meant to be driven for a huge distance with minimal expenses. This time, BMW created a very nice drivable mach
06 July 2011, 12:44 PM
BMW will hit the market with the new 520d EfficientDynamics Edition, this autumn. The car is specially designed for drivers, who has to travel long distances and care about the planet as well as their comfort.
520d EDE is powered by a four-cylinder 2.0 liter turbo-charged diesel with 184PS (135 kW) and 380Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque available at very low engine speeds. If you think that a big saloon with four-cylinder engine is not something special, check this out! 0 to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds
28 June 2011, 09:53 PM
BMW has unveiled the X1 sDrive20d EfficientDynamics Edition, which will hit the market in the autumn of 2011. However, pricing information hasn't been released.
X1 sDrive20d EfficientDynamics Edition is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo diesel engine with 163 PS (120 kW) at 3250RPM and hefty 380Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque at just 1750RPM. Furthermore, the vehicle comes with an engine start/stop system, electric power steering, brake energy regeneration and low-rolling resistan
10 February 2011, 02:09 PM
BMW Vision ConnectedDrive Concept will debut at the Geneva Motor Show, but the company has already revealed it.
The vehicle resembles a Vision EfficientDynamics roadster and features a wide grille, huge air intakes, a frameless windscreen, and a transparent area in the hood that symbolizes the "driver's focus on the road ahead and on the concentration of information that is flowing in the opposite direction, towards him."
Vision ConnectedDrive also features mechanical retracting doors whi
25 May 2010, 10:50 AM
BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Saloon made a record-breaking journey from UK to Munich and back on a single tank of fuel.
The driver, who made this extraordinary trip was motoring journalist and TV presenter Tom Ford – who didn’t use efficient driving techniques such as coasting or drive deliberately slowly. He proved that in the real world, the new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Saloon delivers what it promises on paper – an official combined figure of 68.9mpg and CO2 emissions of only 109g/km.
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12 January 2010, 10:49 AM
As an exciting example of its EfficientDynamics engineering philosophy, BMW announced the North American debut of the 7 Series with a twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine. Featuring BMW’s award-winning inline-6 engine that produces V-8 power on six-cylinder fuel consumption, the new BMW 740i and BMW 740Li achieve a remarkable balance of power, efficiency, and sporty driving dynamics. Both models will go on sale in the United States as 2011 models in Spring 2010. The M.S.R.P. of the 740i is $71,025
17 December 2009, 02:18 PM
The 2011 BMW 7 Series have been officially announced for the North American auto market. Boasting the BMW’s mighty inline-6 engine, which produces V8 power on six-cylinder fuel consumption, the two newcomers - BMW 740i and BMW 740Li excels in great balance of power, efficiency, and sporty driving dynamics. Both sedans will go on sale as 2011 models in Spring 2010. The price tag will be available near to the on-sale date.
The BMW 7 Series for model year 2011 benefits from the brand’s Efficien
17 December 2009, 12:15 PM
BMW Group has announced the BMW Concept ActiveE, an all-electric study vehicle developed to provide great driving experience with minimum environmental impacts. The world debut of the BMW Concept ActiveE will be held at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2010 in Detroit.
Based on the sporty 1 Series Coupe, the emissions-free concept represents another milestone in BMW’s path for achieving CO2-free mobility. Just like in the electric vehicle test program for MINI E, the
15 September 2009, 04:36 PM
MINI Roadster Concept: fresh ideas for an intense driving experience. MINI evokes new fascination and a wonderful new experience time and again. For each model in the range offers unique opportunities to enjoy supreme driving pleasure and unmistakable style.
Now the MINI Roadster Concept once again sets a new trend for individual mobility borne out by the brand. A purist vehicle concept, elegant design and fascinating, sporting driving characteristics all come together in this unique car to o