Friday, July 23, 2010

2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7

Introducing BMW’s first luxury sport sedan featuring ActiveHybrid technology.

BMW ActiveHybrid technology also provides new features that promote efficiency while preserving comfort. As an example, the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is the first BMW with automatic transmission to feature Auto Start Stop to maximize efficiency by avoiding engine idling when stopped. Another advantage is that the air conditioning and ventilation system remains fully operational when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is shut down. In this case, power is supplied directly through the 120-volt on-board network powered by the lithium-ion battery.

Special displays in the instrument cluster and the Central Display inform the passengers of the degree of efficiency and the current operating status of the hybrid components. The ActiveHybrid 7 is distinguished from the 750i by aerodynamically-tuned ten-spoke 19-inch light-alloy Aero wheels, and model designations on the trunk lid, C-pillars, and on the door cutouts. The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is also available in special Bluewater Metallic exterior paintwork.

Like existing BMW 7 Series models, BMW’s first luxury sedan with ActiveHybrid technology will enter the market in two body variants. The extended version of BMW ActiveHybrid 7 has a wheelbase increased by 5.5", all of which is devoted to the enhanced comfort of rear-seat passengers. Both models are equipped with a high level of standard equipment and a wide range of options is also are available, thus enabling the ActiveHybrid 7 to be tailored the customers individual taste and requirements.

2011 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Specifications

Body
Wheelbase 120.9 in
Chassis
Brakes (Front) Vent. Disc / 374 / 14.7 - / mm / inch
Brakes (Rear) Vent. Disc / 370 / 14.6 - / mm / inch
Wheels (F) 8.5J x 19 Light alloy
Wheels (R) 9.5J x 19 Light alloy
Tires Front 245/45 R19 98Y RSC AS
Tires Rear 275/40 R19 101Y RSC AS
Drivetrain
Final Drive Ratio 2.81
Engine
Type: V 90 / 8 / 4 VANOS
Bore X Stroke 3.50 X 3.48 (in)
Engine & Transmission
Displacement cu in (cc): 268.2 in
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 440 / 5500-6400
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 480 / 1800-4500
Exterior
Length 199.8 in
Width 74.9 in
Height 58.5 in
Curb Weight 4795 lbs
Performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 5.0 s
Acceleration 0-60 mph s: 4.7 s


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