New Lexus RX450h 2011

Post by: AutomotiveLexus RX450h has been completely redesigned for 2010, and Lexus has introduced minor changes to the year 2011. Over the years, Lexus has been setting the standard for the crossover segment, Lexus decided that messing with success is not the way to go.

The new RX is grown in almost all its dimensions than previous generations, but the end result is a better looking vehicle overall. While the previous generation RX looked bubble, the new RX has sharp bends and its maximum and then give an attractive appearance.

The new RX headlights, taillights and grille are much more aerodynamic and a spoiler mounted on the roof gives it a sporty look. Lexus identifies with hybrid formations Logos blue-trimmed, tinted headlights, tail lights and our test vehicle also came with 19-inch wheels. We think Lexus has done a great job in refining the exterior of the 2011 RX450h and it's really a vehicle other than looking over the competition.

Lexus 450h shares the inside with his brother, non-hybrid, the only difference is the display that shows information about hybrid. Like any other Lexus, the interior quality is first rate and the RX is loaded with high-tech options such as heads-up display, CD changer, navigation with Bluetooth audio and XM Satellite Radio. The best thing about the RX is the Remote Controller that really puts the Touch iDrive and similar systems to shame. We played with the controller and were amazed to see how simple life can be.

RX 450h is powered by 3.5 liter V6 is carried over from last year's model with the combined production of 295 horses. The Atkinson cycle V6 with the help of electric motors hour increases fuel economy by about 10% over the previous generation RX. Lexus engineers have mounted a DC 288V Ni-MH battery under the rear seats that receives power from two or three engines, depending on FWD or AWD configurations.

Overall, we believe that Lexus has really learned this segment of the crossover and now with a hybrid variant are a force to reckon with. It 's true that there is someone available for Highlander Hybrid does not want to spend more than $ 51K, but Lexus has a cult following. In this day and age we all pay for the brand and Lexus RX450h is no different. So if you have a small family and are cautious green then RX450h is a perfect purchase. It is a crossover of performance, but anyone in the market for a hybrid is well aware of this fact. We really think that Lexus RX450h is for someone who cares about energy efficiency, yet still want luxury - Lexus RX450h is exactly that!

2010 Mazda 3 MPS

 

Sharing the spotlight in Geneva is the next generation Mazda 3 MPS, one of the world's most powerful front-wheel drive compact cars. Take the new Mazda 3 Hatchback as the base and rises to new levels of driving excitement with an update of 2.3 liters MZR DISI turbo petrol engine, increased body rigidity and a deposit evolved suspension. To do this, add their unique signs and materials to deliver a new generation of compact insignia is more fun to drive and own the current model.

At the top of their high level of performance - one of the best in the category - the new Mazda 3 MPS is Mazda developed according to long-term vision for technology development. Mazda engine and catalyst for advanced technology: the new model has an ability to optimize the delivery, use less fuel and have cleaner emissions than the previous model Mazda 3 MPS.

Design - The most expressive and dynamic design

The subject of design for the new Mazda 3 in the so-called development team to evolve the model of the visual identity to create a sporty, more aggressive appearance. The end result is a more emotional design that has the athlete, the new lightweight compact Mazda 3 Hatchback to a new level of refinement in sport.


Exterior design

Front

A new air intake for the intercooler is inserted in the center of the new Mazda 3 MPS hood, hinting at the power underneath. The front and front fender designs are exclusive to MPS, while subtle intonation added to the surface and the exterior lines give a dynamic and expressive style. The front grille and lower bumper sections of the black metallic paint finish. These are framed by cylindrical bi-xenon headlights and round fog lamps, to emphasize the car's premium (standard or option, depending on market).


Silhouette and the rear

To the sides, subtle wedge shape and a lateral curvature lines, along with a low spoiler side, accentuate the sporty car, low center of gravity. The view from the rear has a large rear spoiler floating (depending on market) that stocks look set initiated by the new interface and added that the covenant of the aggressive image. LED tail lamps have an internal lens that adds a sense of greater transparency when the lights are not lit.

A segment is best for the aerodynamic performance

The new Mazda 3 MPS has an exterior design that follows the current model at the top of aerodynamic performance. Starting with the new Mazda 3 Hatchback 5-door, which has one of the lowest segment of the coefficients of drag, MPS developers added a number of features optimized for external aerodynamic efficiency. These include large front and rear, a floating rear roof spoiler and front under spoiler. The result is the aerodynamic performance that provides stability and easy control in the direct transport, changing lanes or overtaking other vehicles at high speeds. The shape of the door and mirrors were also keeping in mind the aerodynamic efficiency, while the more rigid strips around the door, providing improved sealing of the doors to reduce wind noise.


Wheels and tires

Mazda introduces all-new 18-inch (18 x 7.5J), aluminum alloy wheels designed exclusively for the Mazda 3 MPS with the same design as the Mazda RX-8 wheels. They have a strong three-dimensional shape that helps the car look agile and aggressive when viewed from the side.

Interior Design

Front seating area

The dashboard of the new Mazda 3 MPS is designed to provide a broad feeling in the front. This is combined with a large center console and driver oriented, wrap-around cockpit with just the right feeling of snugness. Demanding calculation applies to the design of the inclination of the center console and in the positioning of the gearshift lever is closest to the driver.

New turbo boost gauge

The blackout hoodless separate speedometer and tachometer express sportsmanship through its design. The tachometer red MPS has a logo and a needle that travels 260 degrees, compared with 190 degrees of rotation in other models of Mazda 3. The toolkit for the new MPS also includes an LED indicator of turbo boost placed between the counters, thus increasing the car's high-performance feel.

Semi-bucket front seats

The new semi-bucket front seats MPS provides a great fit and exceptional support of the torso and thigh, a duty on a car of this sport. The front edge of the cushion expands to fit better under the thighs, and the length of the seat extends to provide greater support. The MPS has a unique tapestry of black with a red seam and graphic design in red.

Materials and color

The developers were careful in the selection of materials and finishes for the interior that excite the driver and passenger each time you take a seat in the car. Black is the color pattern used throughout the interior, while the seats and upholstery fabric is an organic red graphic design. This unique design-MPS is spread over in red with the increase of the inner seam of athleticism on the steering wheel, seats, door trim, lever start, and the center armrest.

Powertrain - exhilarating driving and Euro Stage V Compliance

The power and easy-to-control torque characteristics of the new Mazda 3 MPS turbo gasoline engine combined with an optimized gear ratio that ensures smooth functioning of changing sport. This corresponds to a rigid body, a suspension system with damping force majeure, the Mazda electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPAS) and specially tuned brakes. Together, they offer a package of high performance with precision, controllable handling, powerful braking and it is fun to drive on a daily basis.

Engine - High-performance DISI technology

The new Mazda 3 MPS is powered by the Mazda MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo, a high-power line 4-cylinder gasoline engine. This engine has been upgraded and now acclaimed offers a maximum power of 191 kW/260 hp at 5500 rpm and the same generous maximum torque of 380 Nm at 3000 rpm that the current model. This represents one of the world's highest level of performance in a front engine front-wheel drive sport compact.

Compact High Performance

Linking with a turbocharged direct injection allows the engine to achieve performance that is on par with a higher displacement engine. Achieving a proper balance between lightweight and high rigidity through the effective use of high tensile strength of steel plates - including 1480 MPa ultra high-tensile steel - the new MPS frame easily compatible with the maximum speed of 250 km / h and acceleration from 0 - 100 km / h in just 6.1 seconds.

Reduce fuel consumption and Euro Stage V

However, the new Mazda 3 MPS also offers surprisingly good environmental performance and fuel efficiency of a vehicle with this kind of power. Optimization of aerodynamics helping reduce fuel consumption of 9.7L/100 km in the previous model to 9.2L/100 km in the new Mazda 3 MPS. Also recently introduced is the world's first single, nanotechnology, rapid reaction catalyst under the floor, which offers cleaner emissions and Euro V stage performance.

High torque direct injection

The latent heat of vaporization generated by the MZR 2.3L Turbo when atomized fuel is injected directly into a cylinder at pressures up to 11.5 MPa reduced the temperature in the combustion chamber (in-cylinder cooling effect) and improving the mix air-fuel efficiency of freight. Compared with turbo engine fuel injection through the regular intake ports, this method increases the torque of the new Mazda 3 MPS for a maximum of around 10 percent around 3000 rpm. This shows a good pair of flat profile with a lot of power that is easy to control by a single scroll turbo-charger. The heat exchanger is the same size as the previous model, but the new air intake mounted on the hood provides a stable supply of cold air that ensures better cooling.

Advanced Torque Management

The stiffness of the left and right drive shafts is optimized to minimize torque steer. Optimization engine to help make this powerful and high torque front-wheel drive vehicle easier to handle when you can enjoy a sports car. These measures include the intake volume and boost pressure control which suppresses sudden torque peaks smooth, linear torque characteristics and steering angle sensors (all arts).


6-speed manual transmission

The transfer of the new Mazda 3 MPS uses a compact, three-axis design keeps the total length of it as a 5-speed manual transmission. Use an extensive list of value that can fully exploit the great pair of Banda DISI Turbo engine, sixth team that contributes to a more relaxed journey and improved fuel economy when driving at high speed. Each gear is set at a higher speed of gears in the previous model. Of particular interest is the natural feeling of displacement between the first and second gear as the car picks up speed and the good feeling of successive turns, while the acceleration.

Triple-cone synchronizers for first, second and third gears and a double cone synchronizer for fourth gear optimize the amount of force necessary to make changes and establish the appropriate balance between a short, responsive and pleasant sensation of stroke gearshift operation. In addition, it uses the transmission of low viscosity fluid, which reduces the effort required to change when the engine is cold.

Chassis - safe and predictable

High body rigidity and specially tuned suspension

Based on the highly rigid body of the Mazda 3 Hatchback 5-door, the new version adds MPS reinforcements inside the front hood member gussets to reinforce the joints between the rear suspension towers and rear floorboard, and employs a large Member tunnel. These and other local reinforcements effectively increase the rigidity and improve the new body dynamics model robustness.

Suspension system

The coil spring rates of the MacPherson Strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension have been modified exclusively for the MPS. Special pitch to support the high power of the MPS and provide the satisfaction of driving also includes the introduction of larger diameter stabilizer in the new base model Mazda 3 and a larger space for the stabilizer mounts for greater linearity coil . Special shock absorbers for the increase in MPS and combining the strength of the buffer with coil springs and stabilizers for greater roll stiffness in the base model.


Newly developed tires

Dunlop 225/40R18 tires for the MPS are wider than the previous model. By improving the adhesion of the tire, the rigidity of the side walls and the damping force - along with the systems that support the entry of tires, including the body stiffness, suspension stiffness, steering stiffness and support - the new Mazda 3 MPS offers an answer with more direct feel and a strong sense of unity between driver and car. The result is a sports car that is more accurate than the previous model, even at high speeds. Offers a better response, greater stability and a flat ride with less rolling, even when entering or crossing curves strong corrugated road surfaces. To this end, a comprehensive high-speed driving tests were conducted at the Nürburgring in Germany.

Steering updates EHPAS

The new Mazda 3 MPS now employs three very rigid mounting bushings steering gear instead of the two used in the previous model. The system also features electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPAS), which adjusts the control according to vehicle speed and steering angle for precise sound for an exceptional response to steering wheel operation feel. Control is set for the most accurate vehicle speed, providing a lighter feeling to slower speeds and a more firm feeling that inspires confidence at high speeds. Address is direct and strong in just 2.7 turns lock to lock.


Strong brakes and new electronic braking assistance

Large diameter 320 mm ventilated disc brakes at the front and 280 mm solid discs at the rear combined with an 8 +9 inch tandem brake booster and 1 inch diameter master cylinder large to realize powerful and stable braking. Electronic brake assist system replaces the previous mechanical and four-wheel ABS and DSC are also standard equipment.

Mazda 3 MPS dimensions and specifications of the EU
Dimensions
Length: 4505 mm
Overall height: 1460 mm
Overall width: 1770 mm
Wheelbase: 2640 mm
Pisa (front / rear): 1535 mm / 1520 mm
Luggage capacity: 300 liters with a Bose ® system
Train: FWD
Engine: 2.3 liters MZR DISI Turbo
Displacement: 2261 cm3
Bore x stroke: 87.5 mm x 94.0 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity: 60 l
Max. Output: 260 hp (191 kW) at 5,500 rpm
Max. Torque: 380 Nm at 3,000 rpm
Fuel consumption
Combined: 9,2 l / 100 km
Urban: 13.5 l / 100 km
Extra urban: 7.5 l / 100 km
Ranking of Euro V Stage
Exhaust system: single-nanotechnology
Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission
Differential: Torque sensing limited slip differential
Performance
Max. speed: 250 km / h
0-100km / h (EU): 6.1 s
Address: Electro-hydraulic assisted system
In turn lock to lock: 2.7
Min turning 11 m
Suspension, front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension, Rear: Multi-Link
Coil spring rates, front: D26.8 N / mm
Coil spring rate, rear: D29.9 N / mm
Shocks, Front Twintube
Rear shock: Monotube
Stabilizer diameter, front: 26 mm
Stabilizer diameter, rear: 25 mm
Front type, diameter ventilated discs, 320 mm
Type of rear brake, diameter solid discs, 280 mm
Coefficient of drag: 0.32 Cd
Brake booster: 8 "+ 9" great reinforcement tandem and 1 "diameter master cylinder
Tires, wheels: Dunlop 225/40 R18, 18x7.5J

2011 New BMW X3: Martha Stewart Designs

Martha Stewart has accepted an invitation from BMW to design your dream BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle BMW using "E 'Dream. Building. Driving." Programme. Martha used the "Build Your Own" tool online at bmwusa.com to customize your BMW X3.

Customization is a specialty for the new BMW X3, the vehicle has more than 70 million unique configurations. Martha Stewart has designed her to have a X3xDrive35i Sparkling Bronze Metallic exterior, one of three special exterior colors that are available only for the BMW X3 custom orders. Martha's BMW X3 has a Sand Beige Nevada leather upholstery and wood interior trim Fineline Wave.

Recently, Martha and The Martha Stewart Show "crew went to Spartanburg, South Carolina to watch the production of its BMW X3. Martha experienced firsthand where BMW makes all the BMW X3, X5 and X6 vehicles to customers around the world and has interviewed people who make them. The last stop of the day was the BMW Performance Center, where Martha tested the last car on the track driving his BMW.

Viewers can watch Martha's visit to BMW on Tuesday, December 14 at 10:00 ET / 9 c on "The Martha Stewart Show" on Hallmark Channel. During the show, Martha will have the keys of his very own BMW and visitors will be encouraged to continue watching the show to find out how to enter for a chance to win your BMW X3.

2011 BMW 1-series M Coupe

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With the anticipation of fans around the world at its peak, the BMW M GmbH introduced the newest member of its product family intimate. For the first time, M coveted badge has been given to the popular 1-Series BMW 1-Series in the form of all-new BMW M Coupe. Badge M submitted after two years of the development process through the BMW M engineers and test drivers achieve extraordinary power delivery and a signature, near-perfect driving behavior of the BMW M cars. 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe will be available in limited quantities and with limited options on the Official BMW Center in Spring, 2011.

"Eigenwillig," the German word for "self-willed," "individual," and "decided to go their own way," has been the right word to describe the M car is unique and impressive than the last three decades. With the original 1988 BMW M3 as his inspiration, 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe combines the raw ability of a racing car with the agility, flexibility, and a seated position from a compact sedan to the BMW Ultimate Driving Machine ® makes pure. Thus, the BMW 1-Series M Coupe continues the tradition of BMW M. eigenwillig With the latest two-door model, BMW M is to describe the ability to build a performance car racing into a small car, capable of daily use.

Dimensions and Construction

New BMW 1-Series M Coupe has been developed for near-perfect balance and footprint, a large square. It is 71 inches (1803mm) wide - 4.8 inches (122mm) wider than its 1988 ancestor M3 - but only 1.3 inches (33mm) longer at 172.4 inches (4379mm) long. New BMW 1-Series M Coupe weighs in at 1495 kg DIN (£ 3296, the beginning), and features a wheelbase (2659mm) 104.7 inches, three inches longer than the M3 of 1988. Front and rear track width is exactly the same on the BMW 1-Series M Coupe at 60.7 inches (1542mm) each. Compared with 2011 BMW 135i Coupe, BMW 1-Series M Coupe is 0.2 inches (5 mm) longer, 2.1 inches (53mm) wider, 0.5 inches (13mm) taller, and rides on a 104.7-inch same (2659mm) wheelbase. Features a track 2.8 inches (71mm) wider in front and 1.8 inches (46mm) wider in the rear, and DIN weight 35kg (77 lbs, preliminary) less.

New BMW 1-Series M Coupe features a high strength steel unibody, with a unique, widened fenders and rear quarter panel to house track widened substantially. He also has a metal roof panel that saves about 35 lbs (15kg) compared to the BMW 1-Series models are equipped with a moonroof. 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe, built as one of the most BMW vehicles performance-oriented in recent years, may not be offered with a moonroof. This weight savings - at the highest point of vehicle - provide an appropriate reduction in the center of gravity, which contributes to enhanced driving dynamics. It also helps maximize head room (or space helmets, such as might occur).

Engineering chassis is "faster than the engine"

Providing sure-foot responsive handling for high performance, powerful and luxurious coupe, while keeping mass under control, presented many challenges for the engineers of BMW M. The result is an aluminum suspension which was originally for the current generation M3, and tuned specifically for this model in the BMW M Nurburgring Nordschleife test center. Of course, every BMW design begins with preparing the main components in a way that allows near-perfect front / rear weight balance (51.7/48.3).

Almost all aluminum front-end components, including front struts, swivel bearings, central subframe and an additional impetus panel below the engine serving to maximize lateral stiffness of the entire front.

At the rear axle, subframe, transverse arms, arm track, and wheel hubs have been reviewed by M to the ideal kinematics, geometry and stiffness. Virtually every detail on the five-arm rear axle made of aluminum and a new generation of BMW M cars, including aluminum dampers.

Both front and rear axles feature hollow bar anti-roll optimized for function and body weight. Combining two additional longitudinal reinforcement bars, axle kinematics tailored to the perfect way to track a whole and the character of the car. As a result, both in terms of stability and weight, according to the balanced performance concept of every BMW M vehicles.

Compounds Brakes and Wheels

A powerful braking system suitable for a car with performance that far was originally developed for the current generation BMW M3. The players internally-vented, cross-drilled iron discs measure 14.2 inches (360mm) diameter in front and 13.8 inches (350mm) at rear. Featuring large compound disc brakes and electronic anti-lock, stopping power for the BMW 1-Series M Coupe a strong, precise and consistent. Each disk is connected to a floating aluminum hub by cast-in stainless steel pin. This configuration reduces the thermal load on the disk, thus improving their performance and service life. An electrically-driven pump provides the vacuum system.

Service - and safety - is enhanced thanks to an integrated wear indicator which, through a dash display, allows the driver to monitor the condition of brake. Brake Service - closed for four years or 50,000 miles under the BMW Ultimate Service - thus can be given when necessary without guesswork.

BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with a wheel, M light-alloy-specific cross-talk from the M3 Competition Package and GTS limited-production M3. They measure 19 x 9 inches with low-profile tires 245/35/R19 on the front and 19 x 10 inches with tires 265/35/R19 in the back, and silver in color.

In the BMW 1-Series M Coupe, the transmission power to the rear wheel also provides an ideal base for exciting driving dynamics because of segregation of duties consistent drivetrain and steering. Steering rack-and-pinion equipped with hydraulic power steering system called Servotronic, which regulates impulse in relation to road speed.

Engine

Heart of every BMW is the engine, and an inline-6 with exceptional performance, behavioral free-revving, and pushing and shoving endless BMW 1-Series M Coupe. This concept is known: in the history of BMW M models, high-revving inline-6 is one of the classic machine formats. In the second and third generation of the BMW M3, the-inline 6 became famous because it combines high output, sharp response, and a loud voice. In the BMW 1-Series M Coupe, the inline-6 engine concept embodied in the most up-to-date form.

twin-turbocharged, all-aluminum, 3.0-liter inline-6 engine is characterized by instantaneous response to accelerator pedal, sounds fantastic, and free-revving spirit. The combination of low-mass turbochargers and twin BMW High Precision Injection direct offer naturally-aspirated engine output will only be able to provide through movement of more cylinders and bigger.

The system was developed for the engine turbocharger 1-Series BMW M Coupe maintain high output throughout the engine speed range. Maximum output of 335 hp (250 kW) delivered at 5900 rpm. nominal peak torque is 332 pounds-ft (450 Nm) from 1,500 rpm to 4500 rpm. Redline is 7000 rpm. An enhanced engine management system BMW 1-Series M Coupe includes electronic overboost function which briefly controlled increase torque at full load conditions by another 37-lb ft (50 Nm). This peak torque of 369 temporary lb-ft to give the car a substantial increase in acceleration. BMW 1-Series M Coupe will complete the sprint from stop to 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds (0-100 km / h in 4.9 seconds). Signs emerged standing quarter mile in 13.2 seconds. Top speed is limited electronically to 155 mph (250 km / h).

Signature sound to accompany the wave power

Exhaust system from the BMW 1-Series M Coupe is set by M specifically for this new model. acoustic technique gives the car a unique personality in all phases of operation. M exhaust system easily recognized by the presence of four signing of the exhaust pipe.

Drive M Button

New BMW 1-Series M Coupe is also equipped with steering wheel-mounted M button Drive which makes its first appearance in 2006 M5. In the BMW 1-Series M Coupe, M button to activate the program sharp throttle response for the sportiest driving. This means that the engine performance characteristics can vary according to the driver's wishes.

6-speed Manual Transmission

A ratio 6-speed manual transmission is used for transmission power close to the rear wheels on the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. It is specifically designed to interact with high torque engines and have been suitable for this purpose with flood cooling system dry. A flywheel upgrade to high-torque applications installed between the engine and transmission. This transmission is operated using a lever M is very short gearshift. final drive ratio of 3.15:1.

Variable M differential lock, DSC with M Dynamic Mode

BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with variable M differential lock. This produces the locking torque on-demand and variable, thus providing optimal rear-wheel drive traction on all road surfaces. The key response variable M differential rotation velocity difference on the right and left rear wheel, direct drive torque in a split second. So where there are significant differences in the coefficient of friction between the right and left rear wheels, for example, optimum traction and propulsion possible maximum is guaranteed. Centrifuge principle of variable M differential lock to support the dynamic nature of both rear wheels on slippery surfaces and when accelerating out of bends.

This gives the BMW 1-Series Coupe M benefits traction on slippery surfaces, snow and sand. It also supports auto-sporty style in the narrow, winding roads like a mountain pass since the optimum traction and a maximum torque available drive when accelerating out of corners. So in this model, the variable M differential lock proves ideal support for the dynamic nature of rear-wheel drive.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) from the BMW 1-Series M Coupe includes elements such as Antilock Brake System (ABS), a function of anti-slip control (ASC), brake assistant Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), hill-hold assistant to start off, Cornering Brake Control (CBC), the function of brake fade compensation and Brake drying function. In wet or slippery surfaces DSC secretly intervened to limit oversteer.

As an alternative to the status of normal operation, the driver can activate the M Dynamic Mode (MDM) MDM by pressing the button between the front air vents, increasing the threshold of intervention of the DSC system. MDM allows very little oversteer dynamic in specific situations to enable the vehicle yaw optimized for maximum performance. Demonstrations at the BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC has been shown to activate the MDM mode lick the fastest-possible performance while still providing assurance and protection of the Dynamic Stability Control. MDM also facilitate the start of the snow or loose surface carefully controlled amount of wheelspin. DSC can be entirely disabled via a press-button long MDM (ABS remain active.)

Innovative Aerodynamics: Water Curtain

Consistency of form and function is very important for engineers at BMW M, the search for the perfect balance of various factors aerodynamics in wind tunnels. As a result, the BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with the latest innovations BMW aerodynamics. air curtains, used here for the first time in a production vehicle BMW, enhance airflow around the wheel arches with the benefits of turbulence are significantly reduced.

Innovative aerodynamic features consist of openings on the outside bottom of the front fascia that routes high-pressure air through channels in every corner of the front. Channel approximately 10 x 3 cm wide and is designed to channel air to the openings in front of each wheel arch, where he disposed of through a very narrow hole at high speed. Air flow out covers the side of the front wheel like a curtain, thus reducing aerodynamic turbulence that is not profitable in the vicinity of rotating wheels.

This feature has a key role in the development of aerodynamic innovation future. An example of the principle of the air curtain was first presented in the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept study at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt in 2009, and the developer BMW 1-Series M Coupe takes the task of pioneering application of this element for the production vehicle. To do so, they utilize the unique capabilities of the new full scale "rolling road" wind tunnel testing at the BMW Group Aerolab Aerodynamic Center.

Design

There are three exterior paint finish to choose from for the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. In addition to non-metallic Alpine White and Black Sapphire Metallic, Valencia Orange Metallic available exclusively for high-performance compact sports car.

Strongly shaped front fascia is dominated by three large air intake that is safe for air cooling of high-performance engines. Air enters the central area is covered by a honeycomb grille-structured, while the two outer intake that actually open. This means that in every situation on the road or track, a number large enough cooling air is fed directly into the engine oil cooler on the right and to the additional cooling radiator on the left.

With greenhouse convey the impression of light, strong shoulder line of distinctive and complex sculpted surfaces symbolize athleticism precisely controlled in the profile. The wheel arches of the model 2-door bulge out especially voluminously both in front and rear. One of the characteristic features of M is a chrome gill elements in the front wheel arches are very elongated. It bears the turn indicator M brand and logos, as well as forming the starting point of the character line along the door handles to the rear. A vertical edge of the contour starts at the element that leads to a threshold gill side. Fine-tuning in the wind tunnel has also formed a design of the exterior mirror. In their basic form are the same as those of the BMW M3.

Strong wheel arches that also makes the back of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe seems to be very broad. The horizontal line is set emphasizes this impression. A wise spoiler lip on the trunk lid to produce additional downforce on the rear axle at high speeds. Rear fascia has a side opening that echoes the appearance of Water Curtain intake in the front fascia. M symmetry visual characteristics that are created by two sets of chrome twin tailpipes, each positioned towards the outer edge. L-shaped rear light clusters with red glass cover makes nighttime lighting characteristics. In this, the backlight is provided by two banks of lights fed by the LED units.

BMW 1-Series M Coupe features standard Adaptive Xenon headlights. Twin round lights cut at the top of the LED-fed "eyebrows." This is what creates the appearance focused BMW 1-Series M Coupe.

Interior Focus

M-special cockpit developed exclusively for BMW 1-Series M Coupe is designed to facilitate focus, sporty driving. High-quality, black Alcantara with orange contrast stitching covers the door panels, door pull, binnacle instrument cluster, dashboard panels and gearshift lever boot and hand brake. Driver's attention is focused on the M-specific instrument cluster with a fast gray, classic red M pointers, and a white backlight. A driver's footrest and frame M M round entry of a unique interior.

Black leather sports seats in the Boston standard has orange contrast stitching and logo on the front of M arise each headrest. heating Seats are available for both front seats. The orange contrast stitching is also echoed in the back seat and in all the design elements featuring Alcantara. M leather multifunction steering wheel now features M-everywhere Keys to spontaneous activation of sharp throttle response and M Dynamic Mode DSC.

The dominance of dark surfaces, including the A pillar and the anthracite headliner trim to reduce the glare of the sun and promote a focus on the road. In combination with high-quality materials, contour plan, and selective color accents, the interior of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe providing the perfect environment for the pursuit of driving pleasure.

Safety Equipment

BMW vigorously pursue a philosophy of safety with three key modes: a avoid accidents), superior, b) superior crash survivability, and notices c) comprehensive post-accident. BMW 1-Series M Coupe features a wide selection of standard equipment that underlines BMW's safety culture research. Standard safety features include front, pelvis-thorax and side head curtain airbags, automatic three-point seatbelts for all seats with pretensioners and belt force limiting belt in front. Models equipped with BMW Assist BMW Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification, which alerts authorities when an airbag deployment has occurred. Furthermore, data from on-board safety systems are processed and analyzed through algorithms so that the vehicle ownership URGENCY BMW Assist can provide call centers with a special notice when the occupants tend to experience severe injuries.

source: BMW Press