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BMW Vision EfficientDynamics
Sun Aug 30 00:05:00 CEST 2009 Press Kit
BMW sees technical innovations reducing both emissions and fuel consumption as an elementary part of the brand’s product strategy, just like vehicle concepts enhancing the Sheer Driving Pleasure so typical of BMW as a lasting, sustained experience. Now the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car clearly demonstrates that these objectives expressed through the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy are fully compatible with the most demanding reduction in fuel consumption and emissions complying in full with future requirements. Conceived as a 2+2-seater with plug-in full-hybrid technology, this unique car is able to combine the performance of a BMW M Car with a standard of fuel economy and emission management exceeding even the current level achieved by the latest small cars in the market. This outstanding result is made possible by the consistent integration of BMW ActiveHybrid components, their combination with an extremely economical combustion engine, and the outstanding aerodynamic qualities of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car.
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Character:
• High-performance concept study with BMW ActiveHybrid
technology visualising the dynamic performance typical of a BMW
against the backdrop of future demands in sustained mobility. BMW
Vision EfficientDynamics as a symbol for the future of Sheer Driving
Pleasure in harmony with trendsetting efficiency.
•
Development aim: The performance of a BMW M Car and a highly emotional
character combined with the fuel economy and emission management of a
modern small car in the premium class. As a result, this unique sports
car offers the most consistent rendition of the BMW EfficientDynamics
development strategy.
• Innovative approach in the context
of BMW EfficientDynamics: The exceedingly good balance of CO2 emission
management and driving pleasure results from a revolutionary vehicle
concept developed all in one from the ground up, achieving a new level
of efficiency combined with a unique driving experience. The overall
result goes far beyond the sum total of the individual features and
components in this concept car.
• BMW Vision
EfficientDynamics offers a realistic impression of the unique
potential of BMW ActiveHybrid technology and the great innovative
thrust of BMW EfficientDynamics.
Technology:
• Offering a full-hybrid concept, the BMW Vision
EfficientDynamics concept car is powered by a three-cylinder
turbodiesel and two electric motors. Overall system output is 262
kW/356 hp, maximum torque 800 Newton-metres/590 lb-ft. All-wheel drive
featuring an electric motor on both the front and rear axle.
• Anticipated performance: Acceleration from a standstill
to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed 250 km/h (155 mph)
(electronically limited) , fuel consumption in the EU test cycle 3.76
litres/100 km (equal to 75.1 mph imp), CO2 emissions 99
grams/kilometre.
• As a plug-in hybrid, BMW Vision
EfficientDynamics is able to cover the entire fuel consumption drive
cycle under electric power alone. Taking the sources of energy used
for generating the electric power consumed into account (EU
electricity mix), this reduces the CO2 emission rating to just 50
grams per kilometre.
• Electric power is generated without
the slightest increase in fuel consumption through a particularly
efficient concept of Brake Energy Regeneration. Energy is stored in 98
lithium polymer cells. The car is able to cover a distance of
approximately 50 km/31 miles in the electric mode alone.
•
Aerodynamics developed with know-how from Formula 1. CX drag
coefficient optimised to just 0.22. Forward-looking energy management
uses the maximum potential available in each case to minimise fuel consumption.
Design:
• Technology-oriented body design as a clear expression of
consistent lightweight technology and aerodynamic quality. Design
language typical of the brand, setting clear signals in terms of
sporting performance and optimum efficiency.
• The
2+2-seater concept combines dynamic performance and supreme efficiency
with an enhanced level of all-round function. BMW Vision
EfficientDynamics symbolises BMW’s commitment to offer an
unprecedented driving experience for up to four occupants.
• BMW Vision EfficientDynamics comes with gullwing doors
opening up to the side. Innovative, weight-optimised door kinematics
makes entering the car at both front and rear convenient and very
easy.
• The interior of this unique 2+2-seater intentionally
demonstrates the very latest in modern technology. At the same time
the use of natural materials underlines BMW’s strategy of
sustainability borne out through this concept car.
• The
roof and door inserts made of polycarbonate glass automatically become
darker as a function of incoming light.