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BMW ActiveHybrid5


BMW ActiveHybrid5

Author: Isaac BoberDate: 24 November 2011

Despite its claims that Efficient Dynamics was the answer to effectively reducing fuel consumption, BMW, it seems has finally bitten the bullet and will introduce a large-car hybrid at next week’s Tokyo Motor Show.

Called the ActiveHybrid 5, BMW is quick to point out, the addition of a large hybrid is all part of its Efficient Dynamics program (it also produces a 7-Series hybrid and an X6 hybrid). And, if that’s to be believed the recently-released Lexus GS hybrid might be in for some stiff competition.

It goes on-sale early in 2012 and you’d be hard pressed to see it arrive in Australia before the end of next year. If at all. That said, the GS hybrid is here, so…

The ActiveHybrid5 is powered by a twin-turbo six-cylinder in-line engine and an electric motor for a combined output of 253kW. Slung off the back is BMW’s awesome eight-speed automatic transmission. The car can drive in electric model up to 60km/h, BMW says.

The 40kW electric motor runs off a lithium-ion battery housed in the trunk.

BMW said the ActiveHybrid 5 will also provide drivers with a boost function to deliver more dynamic acceleration and enable the car to coast with the combustion engine switched off. In addition, it is equipped with a smart energy management system that works with the navigation system to prepare the car's drive functions for upcoming road conditions.

BMW will add a fourth hybrid late next year with the launch of the new-generation 3-Series lineup. The redesigned 3-Series sedan debuts in February. The ActiveHybrid 3 will use the same gasoline-electric powerplant as the 5-Series.

BMW will add electric cars to its product lineup in 2013 when the new i sub-brand debuts with the i3 four-seat rear-wheel-drive car, followed by the i8 2+2 coupe in 2014.

 

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