BMW X1 (2023) reviewed

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BMW’s X1 has been one of BMW’s bread and butter models after the declining popularity of the 3-series and helping with the general transition into the SAV(Sports Activity Vehicle) ownership for many South Africans since its original launch in 2009. It was vitally important that when they reworked the all new X1, model code U11, they remained competitive with this third generation and kept up with the new consumer expectation of technology inside while balancing quality and price. BMW Delivered with the completely new X1 giving it a simplified interior…

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BMW iX, i4 and iX3 available in South Africa( Spec and Pricing)

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As more and more car manufacturers get into the electric mobility market, BMW is pushing forward in South Africa by launching the ix, i4 and iX3 all fully electric.  The BMW i4 is a four door gran coupe which combines BMW’s sporting ability with practicality. The BMW i4 M50 is the performance model with one electric motor at the front axle and another at the rear to deliver system output of 400 kW and a range of 510 kms emission free driving. The i4 carries extremely slim high-voltage battery with…

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BMW X1 and BMW iX1

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At launch in October 2022, there will initially be a choice of two engines on the BMW X1, one being petrol and the other diesel. Both are paired with a seven-speed Steptronic transmission with double clutch as standard which powers the front wheels. Then the all-electric BMW iX1 will be introduced to the line-up, all built in the Regensburg plant (Germany) and all models including the all-electric drive will come off the same assembly line. Presenting classy exterior design, the Sports Activity Vehicle has an almost square BMW kidney grille…

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BMW 4 Series Coupé(2020) Spec and Pricing

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BMW South Africa has launched the latest generation of the sporty two-door 4 series. Available in three models, the rear wheel drive 420i and 420d are both offered as a standard base option or the M Sport package. The M440i xDrive is offered as an M Performance vehicle. BMW continues with the new enlarged prominent kidney grille in the 4 series which also assists the engines high cooling air requirements. Slim contour LED headlamps complete the front end and stylish darkened LED rear lights with eye-catching L-shaped elegance complement the coupe’ proportions. The sculptured shoulders and…

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BMW Limited edition 330is – Exclusively for South Africa.(2020) Spec and Pricing

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A legend in South Africa the iconic BMW 325is, manufactured in SA from 1985 was known as the “Gusheshe”. To pay respect to this folk hero BMW South Africa is launching a limited edition 330is producing only 230 units exclusively for the South African market. Accelerating from 0 – 100 kms/hr in 5.8 seconds and a power output of 190 kW it is poised to set the pace. The new generation BMW TwinPower Turbo, 2.0L, four-cylinder petrol engine is renown for its agile power delivery and outstanding responsiveness, even at low speeds.   This limited edition…

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The new BMW 128ti (2021)

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BMW launches globally in November 2020 the all new 128ti. With its specially tuned M Sport suspension and Torsen limited-slip differential, the exclusively front-wheel-drive compact sports has an unwavering focus on providing highly engaged driving pleasure. The new BMW 128ti is powered by a 2.0-litre BMW TwinPower Turbo, new technology which is a direct offshoot of the BMW M135i xDrive. – the BMW Group’s most powerful four-cylinder unit developing 195 kW (265 hp). The eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission is fitted as standard. Fuel consumption is claimed at between 6.1 and 6.4 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined…

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New BMW R18(2020)

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BMW is not only renowned for its production of high end quality German engineered automobiles, it has also made a major impact on the worldwide motorcycle fraternity. Holding its own against global brands such as Harley Davidson, Triumph, Suzuki, and Honda, to name a few, the time has arrived to welcome the all new BMW R 18. Like no other BMW motorcycle before it, this model stands entirely in the tradition of historical BMW motorcycles – both technically and in terms of design style. The most powerful BMW boxer engine of…

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The all-new BMW 3 Series now available in South Africa

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The BMW 3 Series Sedan has epitomised the concept of sporty driving pleasure in the global premium midsize class for more than 40 years. Exuding dynamic design, agile handling, exceptional efficiency and innovative equipment features, it takes the signature characteristics of a BMW and turns the volume up several notches. The sedan represents not only the core of the BMW 3 Series range (of which over 15 million units have now been sold worldwide) but also the heartbeat of the BMW brand. This latest edition of the car sees BMW building…

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BMW M Performance Parts for the new BMW 3 Series.

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A wide range of options for accentuating the dynamic character of the middle class limousine. To coincide with the presentation of the new BMW 3 Series Limousine (combined fuel consumption: 6,1 – 4,1 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 139 – 108 g/km) * an extensive range of M Performance Parts is also being introduce as Original BMW Accessories for the new edition of this premium middle class car. With components directly inspired by and derived from motor racing for the interior and exterior as well as for the drive system…

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The new BMW R 1250 GS and the new BMW R 1250 RT.

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The new BMW R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT – the fascination of travel and touring in a new dimension of engine power. For more than 35 years, the flat-twin boxer engine in the BMW Motorrad GS and RT models has stood for distinctive, powerful and reliable propulsion when it comes to setting off on an extended tour or a long-distance journey – or simply enjoying the satisfying pleasure of a short weekend trip. For more than 25 years, BMW Motorrad has used 4-valve technology, combined with electronic fuel injection and closed-loop catalytic converter technology in order to…

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Speedglas X3 Sets The Pace In Bronkhorstspruit

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Richard Leeke and Danie Stassen in the Speedglas Welding Helmets BMW put in a sterling effort in the Atlas Copco 400, fifth round of the South African Cross Country Series, which ended in Bronkhorstspruit on Saturday August 4. Their seventh place in class T was not a fair reflection of their pace though, but the crew has taken heart from their race time on the first loop, which shows they were right up with the very best in terms of outright speed. Unfortunately, an airlock in the cooling system –…

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The V8 power unit for the new BMW 8 Series Coupe: A masterpiece from the Munich engine plant.

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Assembly of the new eight-cylinder engine featuring BMW M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology at the long-established BMW Group headquarters excels through high-tech and precision craftsmanship Munich. The new BMW 8 Coupe is now rolling off the assembly line at the BMW Dingolfing plant, whilst the engine for the most dynamic model variant is being built at the company’s main factory in Munich. Parallel to the start of production of the luxury sports car, assembly of the first V8 engines for the BMW M850i xDrive Coupe (combined fuel consumption: 10.5 – 10.0 l/100 km; combined CO2…

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The new BMW M2 Coupe Edition Black Shadow is Coming to SA, and Its looking hotter than ever!

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The new BMW M2 Coupe Edition Black Shadow will be available to order from April 2018 and at dealer floors from June 2018. The German car maker said there will only 20 units will be available in South Africa. With worldwide sales of more than 12,000 units, the BMW M2 was the most successful model from the BMW M in 2017. BMW said the huge popularity prompted the development of an edition model once more underscoring the compact high-performance sports car’s dynamics. Racing technology and an expressive, high performance-oriented design…

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Haval’s new H6 SUV will make people over look the C-word

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There’s a completely new brand of SUV called Haval coming to South Africa, which is nice. But if you buy one, be prepared to hear the C-word. A lot. Haval is Chinese, a part of the Great Wall Motors (GWM) group. While some early models were badged “Great Wall Haval”, it’s now a standalone SUV brand.  “Early” is a relative term for a company that was only founded in 1990. But the range now includes the small H2, the large H8 and the off-road-style seven-seater H9. Haval’s newest model is the mid-sized H6, which is currently…

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200 unit limited run model celebrates BMW’s DTM 2016 driver’s title win

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BMW has unveield the DTM Champion Edition M4, complete with a huge rear wing, a BMW M colour sticker kit and a power boost up to 493bhp.   Effectively an M4 GTS but with a different set of decals, the DTM special uses the same water injection technology and has a 0-62mph time of 3.8 seconds. The car also comes with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres and the quite frankly ludicrous titanium exhaust system found on the GTS. The sticker and aero kit is said to mimic DTM race…

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Cape Town Killarney Motorshow 2017

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Killarney racecourse is a race track situated in the beautiful city of Cape Town, South Africa. This was my first time attending the motorshow, as i missed the first one last year, and boy was i excited… With weather predictions at 80% rainfall, I was hoping the showers didn’t keep any potential motorshow goers in bed on Sunday 15th October 2017. I did, however, look at things on the bright side, my natural filters(the clouds) covering most of the harsh spring sunlight, what photographer wouldn’t smile from ear to ear?…

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New BMW 8-Series line-up, M8 super coupe #BMW #M8

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BMW’s M division has wasted little time in making public its plans for the new 8-Series by unleashing an early camouflaged prototype of its upcoming M8 in the support program for this year’s Nurburgring 24 hour race. The impromptu appearance of the M8 prototype at the circuit where much of the chassis development work on the new performance coupe is set to take place comes just two days after the Concept 8-Series design study was unveiled as a preview to the forthcoming 8-Series at the Concorso d’Eleganza in Como, Italy.…

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BMW i3 vs Nissan Leaf Battle of the EV’s in SA

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Battery-powered BMW i3 goes head-to-head with the Nissan Leaf in hi-tech electric car shoot-out The buzz surrounding electric cars is increasing all the time. More new models than ever are being launched, while lots of brave buyers are taking the plunge. So it’s no surprise that BMW has jumped on the eco-friendly bandwagon with its bold i3 hatchback. We’ve already been impressed by the petrol-electric range-extending version, so expectations are high for the all-electric model. Boasting the same advanced carbon fibre-reinforced plastic structure, jaw-dropping looks and cleverly packaged interior as…

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BMW M550i xDrive is the quickest 5 Series Yet!

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Launched in October 2016, the new-generation BMW 5 Series is so fresh that SA dealerships are barely getting the 530i and 540i models in the first half of 2017. Fortunately, these aren’t the only versions we’ll be able to buy in South Africa and BMW has just introduced the upcoming iterations at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show. The bad news is that the M5 isn’t here yet, but there is some good news in the 5 Series wearing the M550i xDrive badge. The second model showcased at the Cobo Center…

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BMW z4 for Kia Picanto money

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The BMW Z4, is currently very much undervalued in terms of bang for buck, you get a sleek German roadster with quality engineering and great reliability, an early 2006-2007 model will set you back in the region for 120-140k and for the higher end you’ll get a neat lower Km car with some neat extras like sat Nav and 18″ wheels and tyres, the folding tops on these cars are bullet proof and give very little to no issues, the 2.5 and 3.0L models are lots of fun to drive…

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