New BMW Active Hybrid 7

New BMW Active Hybrid 7

by Techsfurniture ~ Sunday, April 4, 2010

New BMW Active Hybrid 7

BMW announced the production version of the all-new BMW ActiveHybrid 7. Based on the newest BMW 7 Series, BMW ActiveHybrid 7 comes with an upgraded twin-turbo, High Precision Direct Injection, V8 engine with a 3-phase synchronous elec¬tric motor gives the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 a combined output of 455 hp and maximum torque of 516 lb-ft (preliminary figures). Power is transmitted via an 8-speed automatic transmission with the electric motor positioned between the engine and the torque converter. The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 accelerates to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds (preliminary), while delivering fuel economy approximately 15% better than the 750i.

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 available with a wide range of options from the portfolio of equipment and accessories offered on the BMW 7 Series, enabling the tailoring of the ActiveHybrid 7 to individual tastes and requirements.

BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will premiere at the Frankfurt Auto Show (IAA) in September and will reach America shores in Spring, 2010

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