BMW News

Er--- is it a wagon? Is it a hatchback? The rear trunk can be opened like a sedan, as well as a hatchback/wagon. With plenty of headroom like a wagon. So what do you call it? BMW calls it a 5 Series Gran Turismo. But other than the versatility and roomy rear seat. The whole concept is to provide a little more room than a sedan. With more versatility than a sedan. But without looking like a wagon. Or a hatchback? I'm not sure if I hit the nail right on the head. But this is one stylish looking BMW. Although it will start at (sigh) $67,000. This is one of those vehicles that won't be in reach for all. But I do love the style. Just wish that it wasn't so expensive. There will be a 3 Series Gran Turismo or GT that will appear with the next generation 3 Series. The Next BMW M5 will use a smaller displacement twin-turbocharged V8 engine. Which is rumored to be rated near 600hp! The current M5 is pretty much set the benchmark for sports sedans. But using a V8 with 600hp should be more interesting. Expect the next M5 to come within a year of the next generation 5 Series. The X1 (based on the 1 Series coupe platform) should also be a very interesting offer for BMW's line-up. Although it's rather strange to have the X1 alongside the BMW 3 Series Wagon. Styling wise isn't really BMW-ish. But I do like the look it it. Expect both six-cylinders from the 1 Series to appear in the X1. And twin-turbo diesel producing 201hp. The 7 series is now available with the X-Drive all-wheel-drive system. As well as a 6.0L V12 producing 535hp. The next generation BMW X3 will appear this Decemeber. Rumors says that the new X3 will share the same familiar 3.0liter engines. With a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder producing 306hp.