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2016 New York International Auto Show

Kicking off the 100 year anniversary of the BMW Group, the BMW M760i xDrive and BMW ALPINA B7 xDrive will make their North American debuts at the 2016 New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. The BMW lineup will also feature the BMW M2, BMW X4 M40i, BMW 7 Series, BMW X1, BMW 330e, BMW i8 and others.

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2017 BMW M760i xDrive

The 2017 BMW M760i xDrive integrates the first 12-cylinder gasoline engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, resulting in a blend of performance, efficiency and comfort. Equipped with 600 HP and peak torque of 590 lb-ft, this luxury sedan accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 3.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 mph. The 2017 BMW M760i xDrive is available with the same advanced driving assistance technologies for acute stability and handling as the renowned BMW 7 Series model range. The BMW M760i xDrive will arrive in U.S. showrooms in early 2017 looking to take on the performance competition such as the Mercedes Benz S Class.

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2017 BMW ALPINA B7 xDrive

The 2017 BMW ALPINA B7 xDrive blends ultimate luxury and precision dynamics with the most advanced suspension and chassis technology with ALPINA calibration for those who want more refinement than the M Division offers. The new 4.4 liter 8-cylinder engine delivers an impressive output of 600 HP and a maximum torque of 590 lb-ft, resulting in remarkable acceleration – from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds, 0.8 seconds faster than its predecessor. Built for cruising at maximum comfort, the BMW ALPINA B7’s high-performance drive-train is complemented by its aerodynamic elements and sporty yet elegant interior design. The BMW ALPINA B7 arrives in U.S. showrooms in September 2016.

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The 2016 BMW M2

The 2016 BMW M2 designed after the lines of the 1 Series M Coupe which only sold 740 units in the US takes on all kinds. A newly developed M TwinPower Turbo technology 3-liter, 6-cylinder engine produces 365 HP and 369 lb-ft of torque in over-boost, catapulting the high performance vehicle from 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The BMW M2 sets the pace in its segment when it comes to agility, driving feeling, directional stability, steering precision and controllability. The 2016 BMW M2 will be available in U.S. showrooms in April 2016.

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The BMW X4 M40i

The BMW X4 M40i, the claimed Porsche Macan beater, guarantees the free-revving thrill! With 355 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque, the newly developed M Performance inline 6-cylinder engine made its world debut in this Sports Activity Coupe. Reaching an electronically limited top speed of 150 mph, the BMW X4 M40i delivers best-in-class acceleration, reaching 0-60 mph in just 4.7 seconds.

 

 

The 2013 BMW ALPINA B7

Today, BMW announced updates to the second generation of the successful BMW ALPINA B7 super-high performance luxury sedan with more performance, fresh design features, and improved efficiency. The new B7 is slated for a North American debut at the historic Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in August and will go on-sale immediately thereafter. Pricing will be $127,600 (B7 Standard Wheelbase), $130,600 (B7 SWB with xDrive), $131,500 (B7 Long Wheelbase), and $134,500 (B7 LWB with xDrive).

The new BMW ALPINA B7 has been enhanced in-line with updates to the 2013 BMW 7 Series Sedans including more power, more performance, and more efficiency. The new B7 features 40 additional horsepower (now rated 540 hp) and 22 lb-ft more torque (up to 538 from 516 lb-ft) thanks to the addition of BMW’s Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology and a new ALPINA 8- speed high performance transmission. Top speed is now a fierce 194 mph (drag-limited, 193 mph with xDrive), up from the previous 175 mph. Acceleration drops into the low-mid-4-second range for all variants (4.3-4.4 seconds). The BMW ALPINA B7 Sedan remains the benchmark in terms of luxurious performance, chassis technology, and hand-finished exclusivity.

The 2013 BMW ALPINA B7