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BMW Showcases Fleet of Emergency Vehicles at RETTmobil 2011

Following in the footsteps of Mercedes that dressed up the SLS AMG as an emergency medical vehicle, BMW unveiled its very own proposals at the RETTmobil, the leading European trade for emergency services and mobility, held in Fulda, Germany (May 11-13).

BMW has a more down-to-earth approach to the show as its emergency models are based on mainstream vehicles that are more suitable for this line of work than the fast, but unpractical, SLS AMG. We're talking about the BMW 3-Series/5-Series Touring models and the X3/X6 SUVs, although the latter is not new, having premiered at the same show in 2008.

Starting from April 2011, BMW X6 customers will be able to specify the crossover model with a three-seat rear bench. Up until now, the X6 was offered exclusively with a four-seat layout. The extra accommodation is available for all X6 models with the exception of the X6 ActiveHybrid, and can also be ordered for the X6 M. Besides the third seat that replaces the previous storage unit between the two rear passengers, the five-seat model also gets new leather options.

BMW has decided to spice up its U.S.-spec X5’s line-up by releasing numerous accessories from its in-house Performance division. Meant to improve aerodynamics and give the interior a sportier appearance, the parts will go on sale at Authorized BMW Centers by the end of this month.

With 555 hp on tap, the stock BMW X5 M has enough power for most mortals, but Hamann disagrees, hence the birth of the Flash Evo M. Featuring an aggressive bodykit, the German tuner's version of the X5 M can be specified with one of two engines upgrades, delivering up to 670 hp, 22 or 23-inch alloys, tweaked suspension bits and bigger brakes. Various interior appointments are also available.

BMW's North American division has issued two separate voluntary recalls of some 151,000 vehicles sold in the USA to fix fuel-pump defects that may reduce engine performance and in some models, even a loss of power assist for the steering and brakes.

The first recall concerns certain model year BMWs equipped with twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engines, including the MY2007-2010MY 335i, MY2008–2010 135i, 535i and X6 xDrive35i Sports Activity Coupes, and MY2009 – 2010 Z4 Roadster sDrive35i. The Bavarian company said approximately 130,000 vehicles are potentially affected from this recall with about 40,000 expected to require a new high pressure fuel pump.

Driving in the snow can be a lot of fun if you know what you're doing. But not everyone is an ace behind the wheel and even if they are, there's always room for improvement. Enter BMW's Winter Driving Experience event that offers special training courses all over Europe, in a variety of road conditions.

For starters there's the BMW Snow Intensive Training course in Sölden (Austria), where you can fine tune your braking and steering technique driving the new BMW X3, 5-Series and the M3, on both uphill and downhill routes.

After mastering the basics, you can switch to the BMW Snow Drift Training, also held in Sölden, where you can drift for a half a day in a 420 hp M3, yodeling all the way.

Good news for police officers bad news for tax-payers in the UK; Hyundai (see here) is not the only maker to be approved as a key supplier for all 52 Police forces around the country by the National Policing Improvement Agency. BMW has also received the agency's blessings, which means the Bavarian firm's cars and motorcycles will become standard issue to the UK's Policemen and women as part of the four-year deal.

Crime fighters in blue will be able to get behind the wheel of cars such as BMW 330d Saloon and Touring, 530d Saloon and Touring, all variants of X1, X3 xDrive20d, X5 xDrive30d and xDrive40d, while the R1200 RF-P Police bike is also on the menu.

Aside from the latest 5 Series models, which are an all-new addition to Police fleets, BMW also announced a specially modified 330d Saloon Interceptor as its High Performance Pursuit Vehicle.

BMW is considering adding a fourth model to its Spartanburg, South Carolina factory in order to further compete with U.S. luxury market leaders Lexus and Mercedes-Benz.

The Bavarian firm's chief, Frank-Peter Arndt believes an additional "volume model" could be added to Spartanburg's production line. The introduction of a fourth model would help reduce BMW's exposure to foreign currency, which presently tops US$14 billion. IHS Automotive analyst Rebecca Lindland believes the 3-Series is the most likely candidate for production at Spartanburg: "The 3-Series is a no-brainer." she said.

We're not quite sure what the driver of this dark colored BMW X5 SUV (or at least it looks like an X5) was trying to do here, but something tells us that performing a 180-degree flip and crashing into an electricity / telephone pole wasn't part of the plan / stunt. See the accident for yourself in the video after the jump and don't forget to rate the freestyle flip in the comments section below.

Someone was kind enough to tip us off on this video that appears to be spoofing of all those crazy gold-plated oligarch-mobiles from Russia. Well, maybe they're not so crazy; with that level of cash-money in the bank, I'd probably be highly entertained with gold cars and fleets of mega-yachts, too.

After the 3-Series Coupe and Convertible models, it's time for BMW give its X5 SUV a mid-life facelift. The new X5 that will make its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show in April, and go on sale shortly thereafter, features a new engine lineup consisting only of turbocharged powerplants and some barely noticeable exterior changes.

Beginning with the exterior, the 2011MY X5 gets reshaped front and rear bumpers with more body paint than black trim, revised head lamps and tail lights, and larger central and outer air intakes up front.

The new exterior and interior colors along with the latest iDrive and different light alloy wheel designs complete the makeover.

The important changes though are hidden under the bonnet as the X5 gets a new generation of turbocharged diesel and gasoline engines as well as BMW's eight-speed automatic transmission as standard.

Starting with the petrol units, BMW dropped the xDrive30i from the range with the xDrive35i that's now powered by the firm's new single turbo inline-six producing 300HP in US-spec form and 306HP in Euro-spec taking its place as the entry-level model.

At the top of the petrol range sits the new xDrive50i with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 developing 400HP in North America and 407HP in Europe that replaces the previous 4.8-liter naturally aspirated V8.

The diesel range comprises of the xDrive30d that's powered by a 245HP straight-six and the new xDrive40d propelled by a revised 3.0-liter inline-six with 306HP instead of the previous xDrive35d's 286HP unit.

In the U.S., BMW will offer the 2011 X5 with all engines sans the 306HP diesel with prices (including destination and handling fees) starting at $46,675 for the basic xDrive35i, $59,275 for the xDrive50i and $52,175 for the 245HP xDrive35d. For the 2011 model year, BMW has also made the X5 xDrive35i available in two additional trim levels called "Premium" and Sports Activity."

2011 BMW X5 - US SPEC MODELS

X5 xDrive50i: BMW's Twin-Turbocharged V-8.

The new BMW X5 xDrive50i takes its place as the flagship of the X5 family, yielding 400 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 450 lb-ft of torque at 1,750 – 4,500 rpm from its twin-turbocharged 4.4 liter V-8 engine. Introduced in the BMW X6 in Spring of 2008, this all-aluminum V-8 features High Precision direct fuel injection, "reverse-flow" architecture for revolutionary responsiveness and packaging, and BMW' s VANOS variable valve timing technology. Together, these features create what may be the perfect balance between high fuel efficiency, low emissions, and the dominant, dynamic performance expected of a BMW V-8. The 0-60 mph sprint is accomplished in 5.3 seconds (preliminary). EPA fuel efficiency figures for the X5 xDrive50i will be available closer to the on sale date.

X5 xDrive35i: BMW's Turbocharged Inline-6 with Valvetronic.

BMW's new X5 xDrive 35i receives a brand new inline-6 gasoline engine, internally dubbed "N55." The new engine features the same 3.0-liter displacement and 300 horsepower output of its predecessor (the "N54"), but features a single twin-scroll turbocharger in place of the previous twin, low-mass turbocharger units. Furthermore, the new inline-6 of the X5 xDrive35i is the first BMW inline-6 to combine BMW's revolutionary Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology, High Precision direct fuel injection, and turbocharging. The result of combining this new inline-6 with the new 8-speed automatic is an X5 with incredibly spontaneous responsiveness, exceptional power, and remarkable efficiency. The new X5 xDrive35i will perform the 0-60mph sprint in 6.4 seconds, coincidentally on the same pace as the outgoing V-8 powered X5 xDrive48i. EPA figures will be available closer to the on sale date.

X5 xDrive35d: with BMW Advanced Diesel Technology.

The BMW Advanced Diesel X5 xDrive35d was introduced to the United States as a 2009 model, and despite increased competition remains the fastest, most fuel efficient diesel-powered vehicle in its class. The huge torque output of 425 lb-ft. at 1750-2250 rpm speaks for itself; X5 xDrive35d drivers will marvel at this engine's robust response at low to medium speeds. The peak power output of 265 hp also makes an impact, as does the resulting 0-60-mph time of 6.9 seconds. It returns EPA mileage estimates of 19 mpg city and 26 highway.

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2011 BMW X5 - EUROPEAN SPEC MODEL

BMW X5 xDrive50i: V8 petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo and direct injection (High Precision Injection), displacement 4,395 cc Power output: 407HP at 5,500–6,400 rpm, max. torque: 600Nm at 1,750–4,500rpm

Acceleration [0–100km/h]: 5.5 Seconds, top speed: 250km/h, Average fuel consumption according to EU: 12.5 lt/100km CO2 emission level according to EU: 292 g/km, emission standard: EU5.

BMW X5 xDrive35i: Straight six-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo, direct injection (High Precision Injection) and VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control, Displacement 2,979 cc, power output: 225 kW/306 bhp at 5,800 rpm, max. torque: 400 Nm at 1,200 – 5,000 rpm,

Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 6.8 seconds, top speed: 235 km/h, Average fuel consumption according to EU: 10.1 lt/100km, CO2 emission level according to EU: 236 g/km, emission standard: EU5.

BMW X5 xDrive40d: Straight six-cylinder diesel engine with aluminium crankcase, BMW TwinPower Turbo and Common Rail direct injection (piezo injectors, max. injection pressure: 2,000 bar),displacement: 2,993 cc, power output: 225 kW/306 bhp at 4,400 rpm, max. torque: 600 Nm at 1,500 – 2,500 rpm,

Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 6.6 seconds, top speed: 236 km/h, average fuel consumption according to EU: 7.5 lt/100km, CO2 emission level according to EU: 198 g/km, emission standard: EU5.

BMW X5 xDrive30d: Straight six-cylinder diesel engine with aluminium crankcase, turbocharger with variable turbine geometry and Common Rail direct injection (piezo injectors, max. injection pressure: 1,800 bar),displacement: 2,993 cc, power output: 180 kW/245 bhp at 4,000 rpm, max. torque: 540 Nm at 1,750 – 3,000 rpm,

Acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 7.6 seconds,top speed: 222 km/h, average fuel consumption according to EU: 7.4 lt/100km, CO2 emission level according to EU: 195 g/km, emission standard: EU5.