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12-13-2010, 04:04 PM | #1 | |
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First Look at Production ActiveHybrid 5-series (F10) In Testing
Here is the first ever look at the production 2011 ActiveHybrid 5-series (F10) during testing. The upcoming 2011 5-series hybrid will be powered by BMW's N55 turbo six cylinder motor (which makes 306hp in the 535i), mated to an electric motor making 54 more horsepowers. We are likely not looking at the final body work as there will be unique wheels and bumper styling, but expect it to come in the Bluewater Metallic seen in the photos, a signature color for BMW hybrid vehicles. Production is set to begin in 2011.
Here are our photos from the Concept ActiveHybrid 5-series debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=356793 More Info Per BMW: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=355823 Quote:
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looks good for a hybrid
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great pics, glad to see BMW heading this way for "certain platforms". I think its a great move.
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That should be good for much more than a 10% reduction over the 535i.
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12-14-2010, 02:47 AM | #11 | |
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Hybrid adds complexity, weight, cost, you lose the space somewhere for the batteries - why bother for a 10% fuel saving over the standard gasoline engine? Toyota did a lot better than 10% on their first hybrid attempt. |
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12-14-2010, 03:17 AM | #12 |
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12-15-2010, 01:53 PM | #13 |
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I wonder what the improvement in the rush to 60 is when you gun it. Should be an interesting drive. Agree that a diesel hybrid should be a big hit. Anyone know why they aren't doing/haven't done it?
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Diesel engines are more expensive than gasoline engines. Add the cost of batteries and other equipment that a hybrid drivetrain carries and the price of a diesel hybrid car goes through the roof. This is why no manufacturer makes diesel hybrids. A diesel costs $2,000-3,000 more than a gasoline engine. Add another $3,000-5,000 of hybrid stuff and the final cost of such a vehicle is going to be so high that it makes the payback period of such a vehicle exceed its lifetime. |
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True true, thanks. We forget sometimes that these guys are actually running a business.
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