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1er will come as a 3-door in early 2006, and as 3-dr or 5-dr touring in 2007
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2er will come as a coupe and soft top cabrio in late 2006/ early 2007, and debuts in U.S. market in 2007; we will see no M1 (hatchback), but M2 coupe and cabrio will appear (engine yet unknown)
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4er (a folding hard top coupe/cabrio) will be a substitute for a 3er cabrio and will come with carbon fibre (CF) or composite materials (metal + plastic) roof
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- M3 will feature 440HP V8 engine, and will be unlimited to 190mph - more CF, plastic and composite materials will be used to reduce the weight
- there will be M4 with same characteristics
- CSL models will be M's with even more powerful engines (+10%) and even more weight reduced
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both, RFK and crossover will also feature a CF roof
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5er and 6er will adopt 7er's engines and make 640i, 540i and 550i, 650i in the late 2005/early 2006
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6er will go diesel - 635d and 645d in the sight (mid 2006)
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"iS" designation will be replaced with "Si" - for powerful sport models, and will no mer be limited to X - family
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-X5 will adopt new engines from 5er and 7er when it come as a coplete new model in mid 2006
- X3 will face a minor facelift (redesigned and half-painted bumpers + interior materials) for MY2007 and engines updates
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- Z4 M is coming as MY 2007 with 400HP V8 - detuned futer M3's engine
- Z4 facelift is heading for MY 2007 - expect more agressive front and some minor changes in the back and interior
- BMW is considernig adding smaller Z2 and bigger V10 Z9 Spyder in the range; but no Z4 coupe
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BMW 330ii will come - with over 300HP I6 two stage turbo petrol engine, to fight with Lexus IS350 and new Infiniti G35
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RR is launching LWB Phantom in the fall; new Chronicle cabrio based on EX100 concept - arrival in late 2006 / early 2007. They are considering to go downmarket - with a sedan and coupe - to fight the Bentley.
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new 7 series planned for MY 2009; expect revolutionary design again, I-drive and dash will be almost a carbon copy of a Z9 concept dash and idrive; idrive will be built in-house - much improved; new advanced safety features; more powerful engines - even petrol turbo ones; EVT engines possible; will come with ZSG gearbox
Schedule - some true, some rumours:
summer 2005: 3er touring, 318i, 323i, 325xi, 330xi
fall 2005: 330d, first 3er "Si" models, 550i, 650i
spring 2006: 3-door 1er, X3 with new engines: 2.5i, 3.0i, 2.0d, 3.0d; 3er coupe, facelifted Z4, Z4 M, 540i, 640i,
summer 2006: 4er, new X5, 635d, 645d
fall 2006: 2er coupe, 335d or 330Sd, 330ii, X3 3.5d or 3.0Sd
spring 2007: 2er cabrio, M3
fall 2007: 1er touring, M4, facelifted 5er
spring 2008: V5 RFK, facelifted 6er and X3
summer 2008: X6 crossover
fall 2008: new 7er
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1er will come as a 3-door in early 2006, and as 3-dr or 5-dr touring in 2007
2er will come as a coupe and soft top cabrio in late 2006/ early 2007, and debuts in U.S. market in 2007; we will see no M1 (hatchback), but M2 coupe and cabrio will appear (engine yet unknown)
With the 1er BMW are astounded by the success. It has already been rumoured that the 1er is not selling as well as it should be . But this is rumours and anti-Bangle bullshit . The car has entered respective markets and achieved objectives. Plus you have to understand the 1er is not just one car - You will see an expanded product range 2006 will be the beginning of the roll out for the variants that will be offered with the E87 platform. Platforms that will increase profitability of the E87 project. 1er was new segment for BMW in current times. A year or two gives time for product to be established in it's respective market and then the roll out of other body styles begins.
The first model lays the groundwork and then we build on that. If we didnt expand our product portfolio and our design innovation we believe we would not be as successful as we are today.
A 3-door hatch will be the second body style, ready for launch in early 2006. Touring version is seriously considered. Also under feasibility study is a 3dr Touring fastback - sharing history and idea with the old 1600/2002 Touring.
The 2er will be expected in 2006. The CS1 concept is really the 2er. BMW describe the 2er as reinventing the fun era of BMW the 2002 and the E30. Cars which were about the joy of driving - icon cars. In respect the 2er is a spritual ancestor of these great products forever etched in BMW's history. BMW know they cannot afford to miss the North American market, in spite of weak dollar. They know the 2er will be very,very popular not only with younger buyers, but with traditional 2002 enthusiasts, and also domestic and Japanese brand owners.Though the 2er coupe and 2er cabrio will expectedly be sold in US as BMW are pitching the 2er as the 21st century 2002, as per USA/Canada popularity of the 2002 is extremely popular. Marketing will be forged to that era with a family link as BMW tend to woo the 2002 enthusiasts.
The 2er will be available as soft top cabrio and as hard top coupe. A folding hard top was discussed but found to be impractical .
Engines will be the same as 1er .
RR is launching LWB Phantom in the fall; new Chronicle cabrio based on EX100 concept - arrival in late 2006 / early 2007. They are considering to go downmarket - with a sedan and coupe - to fight the Bentley.
If we ignored the potential of the 100 EX as a production car then we kill our investment in Rolls-Royce. Again there has been poor press representation of the Rolls-Royce business. But they dont really report on possibly motoring biggest achievement this century the design of a new model , the design and construction of a new factory and a whole new marketing approach . Relaunching of a successful company that was previously handicapped by it's partner.
Rolls-Royce is an icon it is not a volume car. Because we are only selling small quantities . People deem the company to be unsuccessful - Again when production begins on additional models including a smaller Silver Shadow type car - A smaller Rolls-Royce to sit below the Phantom. RR sales will expand, a preview of the new Small car is expected to be seen in September at the IAA.
One thing we will never do , discussed but found to inadequate for the Rolls-Royce marque is a Rolls-Royce interpretation of a SUV . We do that we kill the marque and it's history and tradition.
RFK (Room functional concept)
The RFK is BMW's interpretation of what a space functional concept vehicle or as it is known in development the BMW's interpretation of Space travel should be. The RFK is also a first step in BMW defining new niches with unique products that take the next step as BMW designers are currently shaping the future . Extending the design language and exploring all avenues and possibilities for future products.
BMW now appeals to the individual customer now that is why we are the worlds successful Car company.
The RFK is seen as a niche product much in the vein of the X5 as well as filling out the product portfolio with our usual products. BMW are developing a portfolio of unique "mobile communication statements". The design does the talking in this portfolio of models which will appear in our long term strategy including unique groundbreaking ideas. So, the Xcoupe was not just a styling exercise. That concept still has an agenda.
In the future BMW will offer a unique vehicle in each class as we differentiate from the competition , Think how Mercedes are launching the CLS
Because BMW proved a radical design could break open the segment.
BMW see the RFK as a car with no challengers. They are not concerned by the R-Klasse. They know what it is like now and see their product as different . BMW have took RFK design ideas further compared to the R-Klasse which looks like a SUV mini van or a mini bus.
The RFK will be a sleek fastback coupe like vehicle although it will not be as spacious or plain as the R-Klasse ( which is aimed at the US )
The RFK will appear to the continental european . It will drive like a car , handle like a car and have same weight distribution as a car.
The RFK is a very exciting product for BMW, because they know that when the RFK arrives in 2008 the MB R-Klasse will be already established. Not only will BMW offer a vehicle that is unique, not only in design, but also in handling, construction, interior and technology.
BMW have taken a new approach to this segment and are hoping to reap the rewards when the car goes on sale. Of course it is well to remember that BMW's last niche vehicle from tradition the X5 has been a tremendous market success. BMW are hoping that when the RFK eventually hits the market that the success is repeated. We want to release two RFKs in intervals – each based on different size platforms.
It is still early but although the groundwork and development are beginning
There is much talk of what to call the RFK. »V« is the prefered choice. So, the RFK might get the V designation - on strong emphasis on versatile instead of van, but there is still time to change priority. The design itself will proclaim that this is not a van. When this car gets unveiled it will be ahead of it's time.
The RFK is expected to feature a V8 and a twin turbo V8 petrol. A diesel the top engine will be a twin turbo V10 diesel tuned for performance developed from the upcoming V10 diesel.
BMW do not want the RFK to have the top line powerplants and leave it at that. They want the car to be a BMW a new progression for BMW but it has to have the character and ability, so desired in a BMW.
Rumours that the car will introduce V6 engines is Bullshit.
BMW do not believe in V6 engines. A V6 is not to our priorities, because we use inline six cylinder engines. That is essentially part of our mantra: »Defy convention of other car manufacturers«.
RFK is a true 21st century vehicle. The styling sets up for the next generation of BMW.
We make sport sedans, coupes, tourings and SAV's, so we will not be different with the RFK. We want to make a sporty niche premium vehicle: competent, dynamic and alien in the market. And the RFK is it. The RFK will be positioned as another sporting product from BMW.
Driver and passengers will experience a special, individual feeling of space, combined with the dynamic performance and elegant, sporty look, which are associated with the BMW brand.
Btw, some of these new engines, that I have mentioned, have just entered design and prototype stage. What I am taking from is decision on paper with what they want and what they are beginning to design.
Internally the new diesels are described as »M« diesels - although in concept and idea only! Hence the emphasis on performance.
The first engineering prototypes are being developed on extended 5er Tourings and 7ers.
Along with full integration of i-drive apart from major functions the RFK will also spearhead at i-drive functions that will download into the key from home or office terminals, so all settings are stored for each user of the car. This include vehicle settings, seats, routes, drive preparation, music. The in RFK built technology will also be the signal to the forthcoming 7er in 2008
To showcase further individuality, BMW would like to offer hydrogen power as they believe a radical car would compare well with radical technology and hydrogen power could well be a strong candiate in the not so distant future.
The use of carbon fibre will feature such as the roof structure which will entail low centre of gravity for better handling and performance.
Space, Performance and innovation will be it's identity.
The interior is planned to offer a 2-3-2 seating or strict 5 seater arrangement, Long wheel base is to be decided but might be offered or not a central seat in the rear passenger compartment is also under discussion. Be under no illusion that The rear two seats are for adults. They will mainly be for small children. BMW are have legislation for rear suicide doors as this would mark out the concept as unique, daring and adventurous amongst the competition. Safety will of course be a high priority with multiple airbags and a new safety system being developed now for future BMW's
The RFK will also enhance the BMW design language forward it will be a postmodern futuristic vehicle.
The AutoBild Huckfeldt's pictures are roughly 94,95% correct. The scale is wrong, but not the height. This thing sits long and low. Again this is why R-Klasse looks like a Minivan or SUV compared to the RFK. The rear picture of the car is more to scale.
The front will feature headlamps that curve into the front of the car to the prominent stand out twin kidney grille. You cannot see the front details very well in those pictures. Some images showing a 3er , 5er face are way off the mark.
And whilst other manufacturers are looking at super wagons, BMW reckon this would be commercial suicide. BMW will whet the appetite for the RFK with a concept for this years IAA as they want to show that they are not developing a " Van".
The car should be ready for launch in 2008.
The vehicle will be produced in our German plant network, for the parts, components and architectures will have features in common with the BMW brand models produced in this country. Moreover, we are expecting demand for this “space-functional” automobile to be strongest in Europe at the moment.
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BMW is developing a rival to the Aston Martin V8 Vantage and Porsche 911: a luxury supercar likely to take the name Z10. Autocar reports that this will be designed by BMW's studio in California, though it could be built at the Rolls-Royce factory in Goodwood, England, which has some spare production capacity.
The Z10 is said to be around the same size as a Lamborghini Gallardo, but weighing 250kg less at about 1200kg. It will be built around an aluminium spaceframe chassis similar to that used for the Z8, and will feature a new version of the 500bhp V10 currently used in the M5 and M6; this could be enlarged to 5.5-litres and 550bhp, and could work with a seven-speed sequential-shift gearbox. Equipment will include a carbonfibre folding roof, active spoilers and a downforce-generating venturi underbody. Crucially, it is expected to look a lot more aggressive than the retro-look Z8, which met with a lukewarm reception.
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