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                        <title>The all-new BMW X3 M and the all-new BMW X4 M - Additional pictures.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-the-all-new-bmw-x4-m---additional-pictures/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-the-all-new-bmw-x4-m---additional-pictures/</guid><pp:caseid>776618</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[Please find attached on location pictures of the International Media Launch of the all-new BMW X3 M and the all-new BMW X4 M in New Jersey.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>Please find attached on location pictures of the International Media
  Launch of the all-new BMW X3 M and the all-new BMW X4 in New Jersey.</p><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Leanne Blanckenberg<br>Tel: +61-3-9264-4238<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:leanne.blanckenberg@bmw.com.au">leanne.blanckenberg@bmw.com.au</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,F97,F98,X3 M,X4 M,Product,BMW M]]></category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
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                        <title>M Performance Parts for the all-new BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/m-performance-parts-for-the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-bmw-x4-m/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/m-performance-parts-for-the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-bmw-x4-m/</guid><pp:caseid>776564</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[Sporty components provide an additional boost for the hallmark M design of the high-performance models.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><p>
  <strong>Munich.</strong> The recently presented high-performance
  models BMW X3 M and X4 M set a new benchmark in the mid-range segment
  of Sports Activity Vehicles and Sports Activity Coupés in terms of
  sporty flair, agility and precision. It is now also possible to add a
  heightened touch of individual flair and selective enhancement to the
  characteristic M design of the exterior and interior of these models
  with exclusive M Performance Parts. The sporty accessories are
  likewise available for the two more powerful variants BMW X3 M
  Competition and BMW X4 M Competition.</p>
<h3>
  <strong>Exterior and aerodynamic parts made of high-quality carbon fibre.</strong></h3>
<p>An attractive range of M Performance Parts is available for the
  models so as to lend even greater visual emphasis to their sporting
  potential. The components made of high-quality carbon fibre are
  perfectly harmonised, their design and shaping having been especially
  developed for the SAVs and SACs. They are crafted elaborately by hand
  before being sealed with a clear finish and given a high-gloss polish.
  In addition to enhancing the M specific appearance of the models, the
  body elements also meet functional requirements in terms of
  lightweight construction and aerodynamics. The components available
  are the carbon fibre radiator grille, carbon fibre air breathers and
  premium door sill finishers with carbon fibre inserts and coloured M
  Performance overprint. The BMW X3 M can also be enhanced with a roof
  edge spoiler in high-gloss black. The exclusive rear fins for the BM
  X4 M are also finished in high-gloss black. Finally, the M Performance
  motor racing lettering for front, rear and side is recommended as a
  perfect supplement to the exterior parts. Providing a striking
  accentuation in the characteristic M colours complete with M
  Performance inscription, it establishes a clear link with motor racing
  while at the same time conveying a sense of exclusivity and individuality.</p>
<h3>
  <strong>LED door projectors with M Performance motifs.</strong></h3>
<p>Thanks to the BMW LED door projectors, even entering the car is a
  distinctive experience. With the M Performance slide set it is
  possible to have the BMW M logo or other sports-style graphics
  projected onto the ground next to the vehicle. The lighting not only
  ensures comfort and safety when entering and exiting the vehicle, it
  also creates an exclusive, distinctive atmosphere. The motifs are
  clearly perceptible, even at dusk.</p>
<h3>
  <strong>Sporty accentuations and carbon fibre look in the interior. </strong></h3>
<p>For the interior of the BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M, too, there is an
  attractive selection of M Performance components available to enhance
  the cockpit both visually and functionally. The M Performance Pro
  steering wheel consists of the steering wheel, carbon fibre Alcantara
  steering wheel trim and carbon fibre shift paddles. The steering wheel
  has a particularly impressive Alcantara grip area with large
  thumbrests and is especially comfortable to hold. The remaining
  sections of the steering wheel rim are covered in high-quality
  leather, thereby creating an interesting blend of materials. The
  additional central marking in motor racing blue and three-colour M
  seam make for a superb racetrack feeling. The steering wheel trim is
  refined with premium carbon fibre fabric, Alcantara and a high-gloss
  finish and has the M Performance inscription integrated in the 6
  o’clock detail. The M Performance shift paddles, likewise refined with
  carbon fibre fabric and a high-gloss finish, have red shift symbols integrated.</p>
<p>The M Performance steering wheel trim in the carbon fibre high-gloss
  variant with leather is available to enhance the standard M sports
  steering wheel; this also bears the M Performance inscription in the 6
  o’clock detail. The M Performance carbon fibre shift paddles are also
  available individually for the standard M sports steering wheel.
  Finally, an attractive addition for vehicles with sporty M Performance
  fittings is provided by the M Performance carbon fibre trim elements
  for the gear selector knob. The fine carbon fibre fabric is enhanced
  with a clear finish and a high-gloss polish. In the footwell, the
  car's sporty appearance can be optionally highlighted by means of
  high-quality velvet velour floor mats with embroidered M Performance
  inscription, a leather-look surround complete with contrasting seam
  and a pennant in the typical M colours. </p>
<h3>
  <strong>M Performance key case and M Performance wheel bags.</strong></h3>
<p>The M Performance key case in Alcantara with carbon fibre is an
  accessory for the driver that is both stylish and functional.
  Protected by the case from scratches and damage, the vehicle key is
  attached to a high-quality internal hex screw in blue. The M
  Performance wheel bags are recommended as a practical solution for
  storing and transporting the high-quality light-alloy wheels. They
  protect the driver and vehicle from soiling and are convenient for
  loading due to their reinforced handles. Markings ensure quick
  allocation, while the attractive M Performance design creates a racing
  atmosphere even in the garage at home.</p><div class="co2emission"><div class="co2emission-headline">CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.</div><div class="co2emission-text"><p>
  <strong>BMW X3 M and X4 M</strong> combined fuel consumption: 10.5
  l/100 km; combined CO<sub>2</sub> emissions: 239 g/km</p>
<p>
  <strong>BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition</strong>
  combined fuel consumption: 10.5 l/100 km; combined CO<sub>2</sub>
  emissions: 239 g/km</p>
<p> </p></div></div><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Leanne Blanckenberg<br>Tel: +61-3-9264-4238<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:leanne.blanckenberg@bmw.com.au">leanne.blanckenberg@bmw.com.au</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Release,BMW M,F97,F98,X3 M,X4 M,Product]]></category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2019 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
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                        <title>The all-new BMW X3 M and the all-new BMW X4 M.</title>
                        <link>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-the-all-new-bmw-x4-m/</link>
                        <guid>https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/apac/en-au/the-all-new-bmw-x3-m-and-the-all-new-bmw-x4-m/</guid><pp:caseid>776603</pp:caseid><pp:summary><![CDATA[BMW M GmbH is expanding its high-performance model line-up to include models in the mid-size Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) segments for the first time. The BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M set the benchmark for dynamic excellence, agility and precision in their respective classes.]]></pp:summary><description><![CDATA[<div class="imported-article"><div>
<p>Also new is the launch alongside the BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M of their
    Competition siblings. The BMW X3 M Competition (fuel consumption
    combined: 10.5 l/100 km [26.9 mpg imp]; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions
    combined: 239 g/km*) and BMW X4 M Competition (fuel consumption
    combined: 10.5 l/100 km [26.7 mpg imp]; CO<sub>2</sub> emissions
    combined: 239 g/km*) will capture customers’ imagination with their
    extra power and exclusive appointments.</p>
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<p>
<strong>New six-cylinder in-line engine with superlative performance.</strong></p>
<p>The most powerful straight-six petrol engine ever to see action
      in a BMW M car provides the muscle for stunning performance
      attributes. The newly developed high-revving unit with M TwinPower
      Turbo technology generates maximum output of 353 kW/480 hp from
      its 3.0-litre displacement, together with peak torque von 600 Nm
      (442 lb-ft). The version of the bi-turbo unit developed specially
      for the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition raises the
      output figure by 22 kW/30 hp to 375 kW/510 hp.</p>
<p>
<strong>Flawless distribution of power: M xDrive, Active M Differential.</strong></p>
<div> The new high-performance engine teams up with an eight-speed
      M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and uses the new
      M xDrive all-wheel-drive system, which made its debut in the BMW
      M5, to channel its power to the road. The M xDrive system has a
      rear-wheel bias and offers BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M owners two AWD
      driving modes. The centrally controlled interaction between M
      xDrive and the Active M Differential at the rear axle allows the
      all-wheel-drive system to split the engine’s power between the
      four wheels as required to deliver optimal traction, agility
      and directional stability. The BMW X3 M and BMW X4 M both sprint
      from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.2 seconds, while their
      Competition variants hit 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest in just 4.1 seconds.</div></div>
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<p>
<strong>M-specific chassis technology provides sublime dynamics.</strong></p>
<p>The combination of dynamism and precision for which BMW M cars
      are renowned is underpinned by model-specific body strengthening
      elements and sophisticated chassis technology tuned astutely to
      marshal the engine’s power. With three settings selectable at the
      touch of a button, the M-specific suspension’s electronically
      controlled dampers enable both excellent everyday comfort and
      extremely direct contact with the road, with low wheel and body
      movements. The bespoke kinematics and elastokinematics of the
      M-specific suspension – with its double-joint spring strut front
      axle and five-link rear axle – deliver precise wheel location and
      directional stability. Composed to also deliver precisely
      controllable on-limit handling, the chassis technology package
      rounds off with M-specific steering (including M Servotronic and
      variable ratio) and powerful M compound brakes. Among the other
      items on the standard specification list are 20-inch M light-alloy wheels.</p>
<p>Like the damper control systems and M xDrive modes, the engine
      and transmission characteristics and steering set-up can be
      adjusted at the touch of a button. The DSC (Dynamic Stability
      Control) system allows controlled wheel slip in M Dynamic Mode
      and, needless to say, can also be switched off. Plus, the content
      shown in the optional Head-Up Display can be specified via the
      iDrive menu. The driver can store two overall set-up options –
      configured as desired from the above parameters – in the iDrive
      menu and select them as and when required using the two M buttons
      on the steering wheel.</p>
<p><img src="https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3242/6a732757-d12a-4dfd-b987-b01aa257bbe5/P90335752_highRes_the-all-new-bmw-x3-m.jpg"/></p>
<p>
<strong>Signature M design elements for the exterior and interior.</strong></p>
<p>M-specific design features optimise the supply of cooling air for
      the BMW X3 M, BMW X4 M and Competition models, as well as their
      aerodynamics. Inside the cars, the electrically adjustable sports
      seats, Vernasca leather upholstery, M-specific cockpit, M leather
      steering wheel and M gearshift selector lever create a sporty and
      luxurious ambience.</p>
<p>The BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition bring further
      exclusive accents to the exterior, in the form of High-gloss Black
      for the BMW kidney grille surround, exterior mirror caps and
      M gills, and the rear spoiler of the Sports Activity Coupe. Their
      standard equipment also includes 21-inch M light-alloy wheels in
      polished Black and an M Sport exhaust system. The expressive aura
      of the interior, meanwhile, is enhanced by M Sport seats with
      extended Merino leather upholstery, model-specific door sill
      plates and a model nameplate on the centre console. Options for
      the Competition models include special bi-colour leather
      upholstery variants with Alcantara applications.</p>
<p>The optional M Carbon exterior package (expected to be available
      from end of 2019), which features design elements in carbon
      fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) for the front air intakes, the air
      blades in the front apron, the rear diffuser and the exterior
      mirror caps, adds further individual flourishes. On the BMW X4 M
      and BMW X4 M Competition, these elements are joined by a CFRP rear spoiler.</p>
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<p>Among the items fitted as standard in the BMW X3 M, BMW X4 M and
      Competition models are LED headlights, the hi-fi speaker system
      and the ConnectedDrive navigation package including the Navigation
      system Professional. The options list for the BMW X3 and BMW X4
      provides further scope for individualisation and includes
      cutting-edge driver assistance systems and the digital services
      from BMW Connected and BMW ConnectedDrive.</p></div>
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<div> </div>
<div> </div>
<div>
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<table align="left" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td align="left" height="224" valign="top"><p>All figures
                  relating to performance, fuel consumption and
                  CO<sub>2</sub> emissions are provisional.</p>
<p>The fuel consumption and CO<sub>2</sub> emission
                  figures are determined according to the European
                  Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable.
                  The figures refer to a vehicle with basic
                  configuration in Germany. The range shown considers
                  the different sizes of the selected wheels/tyres and
                  the selected items of optional equipment, and may vary
                  during configuration.</p>
<p>The values are based on the new WLTP test cycle. With
                  respect to these vehicles, for vehicle-related taxes
                  or other duties based (at least inter alia) on
                  CO<sub>2</sub> emissions, the CO<sub>2</sub> values
                  may differ from the values stated here (depending on
                  national legislation).</p>
<p>Correct as at: 01.02.2019.</p>
<p>Further information on official fuel consumption
                  figures and specific CO<sub>2</sub> emission values of
                  new passenger cars is included in the following
                  guideline: 'Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch,
                  die CO<sub>2</sub>-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch
                  neuer Personenkraftwagen' (Guide to the fuel economy,
                  CO<sub>2</sub> emissions and electric power
                  consumption of new passenger cars), which can be
                  obtained free of charge from all dealerships, from
                  Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT),
                  Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen
                  and at https://www.dat.de/co2/.</p></td></tr></table></div></div></div></div><div class="co2emission"><div class="co2emission-headline">CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.</div><div class="co2emission-text"><p>
<strong>The all-new BMW X3: </strong>Fuel consumption combined: 10,5
  l/100 km;<br/>CO2 emissions combined: 239 g/km<strong>.</strong></p>
<p>
<strong>The all-new BMW X3 M Competition:</strong> Fuel consumption
  combined: 10,5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 239 g/km.</p>
<p>
<strong>The all-new BMW X4 M:</strong>Fuel consumption combined: 10,5
  l/100 km;<br/>CO2 emissions combined: 239 g/km<strong>.</strong></p>
<p>
<strong>The all-new BMW X4 M Competition:</strong> Fuel consumption
  combined: 10,5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 239 g/km.</p></div></div><div class="import-contacts-wrapper"><div class="import-contact">Press Contact: Bernhard Santer<br/>Tel: +49-89-382-24360<br/>E-mail: <a href="mailto:bernhard.santer@bmw.de">bernhard.santer@bmw.de</a></div></div></div>]]></description><category><![CDATA[Press Kit,F97,F98,X3 M,X4 M,Product,BMW M]]></category>
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