BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase
The 5 Series Long Wheelbase is being built by BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd exclusively for the Chinese market at the Shenyang facility.
Its 133-millimetre-longer wheelbase imbues the business sedan’s exterior with elegantly stretched proportions which blend into its contemporary looks. It is up to 130kg lighter than its predecessor and boasts enhanced aerodynamics.
The old BMW 5 Series LWB. The new one will be revealed next week.
What you can expect from the 5 Series Long Wheelbase are generous kneeroom, optimised soundproofing and a host of innovative equipment features – such as the electrically adjustable comfort seats, Ambient Air package and Sky Lounge Panorama glass roof. As well as the iDrive system and a further improved voice control system, the display and control concept also includes a touchscreen monitor and BMW gesture control.
MINI John Cooper Works Countryman
The largest MINI yet receives the John Cooper Works treatment, offering powerful performance and versatility
Its engine makes 231hp, which enables a 0-100kph time of just 6.5 seconds. The MINI ALL4 all-wheel drive system and sports suspension are standard. High quality standard specification includes MINI Navigation, LED headlights and Comfort Access.
An eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission is fitted as standard for the Chinese market.
The MINI Connected personal mobility assistant advises and informs on departure times based on calendar entries and traffic data. It is able to detect frequently driven routes and remembers them automatically.
BMW i8 Protonic Frozen Yellow Edition
The i8 plug-in hybrid sports car is given fresh lustre at Auto Shanghai 2017 with the presentation of the i8 Protonic Frozen Yellow Edition. The car gets a Protonic Frozen Yellow paint finish, newly designed 20-inch light-alloy wheels and distinctive interior design cues.
Asian premieres: BMW Concept X2 and refreshed BMW 4 Series
The BMW Concept X2 is celebrating its Asian premiere in Shanghai. The new vehicle concept for the premium compact segment combines the character of a X model with the low-slung proportions of a coupe. Among the signature X elements are muscular surfaces, large, almost squared-off wheel arches and stylistic underfloor protection. The long wheelbase, short overhangs, flowing roofline and slim side window graphic lend the silhouette of the Concept X2 a svelte appearance.
On the other hand, the 4 Series models will be introduced to the public in Asia for the first time with detailed revisions to their design and optimised chassis technology. LED headlights and LED rear lights now come as standard for the 4 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible and 4 Series Gran Coupe, as does a refined premium ambience in the interior. If the optional Navigation system Professional is specified, the iDrive operating system also features a new tile-style menu layout with constantly updated content. And the Multifunctional Instrument Display can now also be ordered as an option.
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In addition, BMW is introducing tailored Connected services for China. The BMW Connected personalised mobility assistant’s China-specific functionality includes customer support among its suite of services. BMW Connected allows smartphone users to coordinate communications with a selected BMW dealer and arrange service appointments. BMW Connected also supplies users in China with information on traffic offences. And customers can make use of online-based lifestyle, social media and entertainment services selected specially for the Chinese market and with bespoke functionality.
The 17th edition of the Auto Shanghai show will see more than 1,100 exhibitors present their new models, technological innovations and service offerings to the public from April 21 – 28.
