The new BMW M550d 5 Series uses an all-new triple-turbo diesel engine developed by M Division. Overall power output reads like a meaty V8 spec sheet, with 280kW and a whopping 740Nm. The power is sent through BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system. The engine will be available in the BMW […]
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AC Schnitzer ACS5 2012 BMW M5 tuning kit with 456kW
Ever thought the new M5 needed more power? Meet the AC Schnitzer ACS5 2012 BMW M5 tuning kit. The famous BMW tuning company has revealed it latest package ahead of a Geneva show debut next week. The AC Schnitzer ACS5 is based on the new M5, and comes with various […]
Video: BMW M550d M Performance tri-turbo diesel explained
BMW has released an interesting video outlining the workings of the new BMW M Performance tri-turbo diesel engine, found in the BMW M550d and X5 and X6 M50d. The new engine is, as far as we know, the first mainstream triple-turbo diesel vehicle ever made. It uses the turbochargers as […]
BMW Concept M135i three-door hatch set for Geneva
BMW is planning on expanding the new M Performance lineup, and will show a BMW Concept M135i three-door hatch at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show next month as a bit of a taste on what to expect. The short three-door body includes slightly bolstered front and rear wheel arches, sporty […]
Video: BMW M550d tri-turbo does 0-250km/h with ease
Just ten years ago it would have been very hard to believe a diesel car could offer such serious acceleration as the new BMW M550d. As you’ll see in this very early test drive video below, conducted by Germany’s Sport Auto magazine, the new tri-turbo diesel goes like an angry […]
G-Power 2012 BMW M5 Stage 1 tuning pack
Renowned BMW tuner, G-Power, has announced its G-Power 2012 BMW M5 Stage 1 tuning program. From a company usually regarded for huge horsepower conversions, this kit is expected to be the tip of an iceberg. G-Power has been working on and developing the 2012 BMW M5 for the past two […]
BMW M Performance accessories headed for Geneva show
BMW has revealed details about its range of BMW M Performance accessories which will become available on the BMW 1 Series hatch, the new BMW 3 Series and the BMW 5 Series. The range of products includes styling and trimming upgrades, sporty suspension setups, and interior highlights. There’s also a […]
Video: 2012 BMW M5 Australian launch video
BMW Australia has released a nice little video showcase of the 2012 BMW M5 local launch at Phillip Island. As you’ll see, there’s plenty of sideways malarkey and fun for all to be had with the new M5. Just to refresh your memory, it comes with a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 […]