Pick of the Day: 2001 BMW Z8
1990sthe James Bond film series has made some major changes. In the late 1980s, after playing 007 in two films, Timothy Dalton was replaced by Pierce Brosnan. Omega became the official watch of the beloved super spy. James Bond's company car isn't an Aston Martin, it's a BMW. The decision to go with BMW was not universally welcomed. British pop culture icon driving a German car? ! But there are some associated benefits. A look back at the Roger Moore era: He played James Bond in seven films from 1973 to 1985, but only had two "Bond cars": a 1977 Lotus Esprit the spy who loved me The other one is from 1981 just for your eyes. Brosnan played 007 in four movies from 1995 to 2002, each with a cool set of wheels. The world is not enough In 1999, he showed off his last—and arguably his most attractive—BMW: a silver Z8, much like our Daily Pick, a New…
ICOTY 2025 premium car contenders announced: BMW 5 Series,
The 2025 Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards ceremony will be held in January next year, where a jury of automotive journalists will select the most prestigious Indian Car of the Year - also known as the 'Oscars' of the Indian automotive industry - — as well as two other winners in their respective categories. The competition is contested by 20 judges from renowned publications, including ICOTY Chairman Dhruv Behl and ICOTY Secretary Ishan Raghava, with the finalists vying for the coveted title in a final countdown expected in less than a month. In the 20th ICOTY Awards, 17 sedans and SUVs competed for the top spot, with 8 high-end sedans vying for the top spot. Here are the 2025 Premium Car Awards shortlist: BMW 5 Series The BMW 5 Series sedan is available in long wheelbase variant in India. It has the longest wheelbase in its class at 3,105 mm, which is 130 mm longer than the wheelbase…
BMW unveils most powerful hybrid yet: BMW M5
Recently, BMW launched the M5 in India, which is the most powerful M-series hybrid model to date. BMW has launched the seventh-generation M5 in India, priced at Rs 19.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model uses a plug-in hybrid V8 powertrain, making it the most powerful M5 yet. Notably, it is priced higher than the previous generation, which was launched in 2021 for Rs 162 crore. Engine and performanceThe new M5 combines 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine It has an integrated electric motor inside eight-speed automatic transmission. The combined output provided by this setup 727 HP and 1,000Nm torque. Power is distributed to all four wheels via BMW's rear bias xDrive all-wheel drive system. Despite the weight increase of approx. 2.5 tonsM5 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 250km/hcan be extended to 305km/h Comes with optional M driver package. this 18.6kWh battery provided a Pure electric cruising range up to 69…
New BMW M5 with 717bhp 4.4-litre V8 engine launched, priced at Rs 1.99
BMW India has finally launched the all-new M5, priced at Rs 199 crore (ex-showroom). Notably, the seventh-generation M5 marks the first model in the M5 range to feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain. It will reach our market via CBU (Complete Building Unit) route. The facelifted car retains much of the design language of the standard 5 Series, but incorporates a number of sporty upgrades. Like the regular model, it features slim headlights with vertical LED daytime running lights, illuminated grille bezels and flush door handles. However, notable elements include more aggressive front and rear bumpers, pronounced side skirts, and a prominent rear diffuser housing quad tailpipes. The fuel filler is located on the right rear fender, while the battery charging port is on the left. Commenting on the launch, Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India said, "The BMW M5 is the original high-performance sedan. Ever since its launch 40 years ago, it has been considered the world's most…
Pick of the Day: 2006 BMW M5
i have a lot of experience Along with the E60 BMW M5. The press conference for the new 2005 M5 in the United States was the first BMW media conference I attended. It was held near Lime Rock Park Raceway in Connecticut, and we had the opportunity to drive it on the track as well as on some amazing nearby roads. Powered by the new 500-horsepower S85 5.0-liter V10 engine, the M5 is a BMW model that journalists attending the event have never seen before. The engine is an absolute gem and the SMG transmission shifts faster than any manual gearbox without any lag and delivers some incredible performance figures. The M5 features BMW's new adaptive suspension, which can be adjusted to various modes from Comfort mode to a track-ready Sport+ setting. It's a masterpiece of technology and performance. The figures BMW gave us at the time were a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds (very quick for that era) and…
New BMW M5 Touring with 717 hp plug-in engine makes world debut
The BMW M5 Touring returns for the third time, following the E34 and E61. The latest G99-generation model is a long-roof body variant of the G90 M5 sedan, which debuted in June this year. The G99 M5 Touring shares the same M Hybrid powertrain as the G90 M5 sedan, which combines electric propulsion and internal combustion engine power to drive all four wheels. The new M5 Touring has the same exterior dimensions as the sedan: it is 6 mm taller, but the same length and width. The front and rear wheelbase and track are 3,006 mm, 1,684 mm and 1,660 mm, respectively, the same as the sedan. Also read: First BMW X3 LWB unveiled in China; could it be launched in India? New BMW M5 Touring: power and torque figures The Touring continues with all-wheel drive and has not changed in terms of power output, gearing, tire size or suspension configuration. The 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine and electrical system combine…
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