There is an obvious phenomenon in this year's Guangzhou Auto Show, that is, many traditional car brands have come up with strong new energy products, and they have not lost any new car-making forces.
The BBA, which has dominated the market in the fuel field for a long time, has shown the strongest bottom card of new energy. Especially on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the birth of the BMW i brand, BMW's technology flagship bmw iX has arrived as promised, the innovative BMW i4 has made its debut in China, and the double performance of the two electrified blockbuster models also means that BMW's electrification has truly entered the 2.0 stage.
As Shao Bin, President of BMW (China) Automotive Trading Co., Ltd., said: "With the launch of the Innovative BMW iX and the Innovative BMW i4, the BMW Group has fully promoted the electrification strategy and product line expansion, entering the second phase of electrification transformation. The innovative BMW iX comprehensively presents the BMW Group's latest achievements in the field of luxury mobility in the future from the aspects of design, technology and sustainability. ”
Innovative BMW i4: Electric sports cars are more enjoyable to drive
Although the innovative BMW i4 has been appearing overseas for some time, the Guangzhou Auto Show has finally ushered in its Chinese debut, and the new car will be launched next year.
Overall appearance, the innovative BMW i4 and the fuel version of the 4 series are almost the same, in order to maintain a driving texture similar to the fuel version, the innovative BMW i4 all vehicles use lightweight aluminum materials, and there are many aerodynamic designs, so that the wind resistance coefficient of the innovative BMW i4 can be as low as 0.24, so whether it is handling or endurance can achieve perfect results.
In terms of body size, the innovative BMW i4 has a length, width and height of 4785/1852/1455mm and a wheelbase of 2856mm, which is more practical than that of pure electric coupes of the same level.
Of course, digitalization is the top priority of the innovative BMW i4, which can see numerous cameras, ultrasonic radar transmission and intelligent laser headlights with a range of up to 500 meters.
As for the interior layout, the innovative BMW i4 also adopts the latest design language, with an integrated suspension curved surface composed of a 14.9-inch central control screen and a 12.3-inch dashboard, which is very visually stunning.
In order to cater to the digital screen, the latest BMW iDrive and BMW operating system 8.0 are also embedded below, which can have more human-computer interaction and faster remote upgrades, in addition to wireless Apple CarPlay, WeChat car version, Tencent small scene and other localization apps.
In terms of performance, the innovative BMW i4 is equipped with the fifth generation of eDrive electronic drive technology, which has both excellent handling experience and considerable cruising range, of which the innovative BMW i4 eDrive 40 version has a maximum output of 340 hp, a peak torque of up to 430 Nm, zero hundred acceleration in only 5.7 seconds, and a cruising range of 625 km under CLTC standards.
BMW's first M brand pure electric model innovation BMW i4 M50, equipped with an all-electric four-wheel drive system, the maximum output power of 544 horsepower, peak torque of 795 Nm, zero hundred kilometers acceleration only 3.9 seconds, CLTC standard cruising range of 560 kilometers, and M brand tailor-made adaptive M suspension, M braking system, variable sports steering system and so on.
Innovative BMW iX ushered in the era of BMW electrification 2.0
In addition to the innovative BMW i4, BMW also brings the innovative BMW iX based on a customized EV architecture. I have to say that BMW in the electric era still has that luxury, from the minimalist design of the innovative BMW iX, ShyTech invisible technology, innovative digital luxury, and uncompromising BMW electric driving fun, we can glimpse one or two.
Yes, on the innovative BMW iX, you can see bmw's latest achievements in design, autonomous driving, connected technology, electrification and service.
From the appearance point of view, the innovative BMW iX adopts a very futuristic design style, perfectly combining technology and sportiness, and the new car has reached 4953/1967/1696mm in length, width and height, and the wheelbase is 3000mm, which is magnificent overall.
Step into the new cockpit with minimalist design and feel like you're in a modern, luxurious parlor. For example, the number of physical buttons in the car has been reduced by about 50%, which makes people feel refreshed. In addition, BMW's largest ever panoramic dimmable canopy spans the entire top of the vehicle, which can also make people feel the beauty of a technological simplicity.
In addition to simplicity, the interior of the innovative BMW iX is mainly digital luxury, equipped with the same integrated suspension curved screen as the innovative BMW i4, and the BMW operating system 8.0 is also embedded under the screen, opening up an unprecedented human-vehicle interaction experience. In addition, the innovative BMW iX has also added 5G interconnection, which will have a better sense of experience.
In the creation of a sense of luxury, BMW integrates environmental protection and luxury, and innovates BMW iX to use renewable and environmentally friendly materials in a large area of the car, highlighting BMW's thinking on "true environmental protection". For example, the fabric/microfiber upholstery is made of 50% recycled polyester, the carpet floor mat is made of 100% recycled nylon, and the manufacturing process is more environmentally friendly, and the leather is treated with olive leaf extract.
In terms of configuration, the new car comes standard with up to 30 luxurious features such as panoramic dimmable canopy, flowing colored glass controls, olive leaf tanned leather interior, and integrated suspended curved screen, on the basis of which customers are available in a number of luxurious configurations including Bowers & Wilkins 4D diamond surround sound system and 22-inch aerodynamic wheels.
In terms of power, the innovative BMW iX uses BMW's fifth-generation BMW eDrive electric drive technology, with a maximum output of 385 kW, a peak torque of 765 Nm, a maximum acceleration of 4.6 seconds per 000 km/h, and a cruising range of up to 665 km/h under CLTC standards.
I have to say that the comprehensive strength of the innovative BMW iX is really strong, when the Guangzhou Auto Show was listed, when the price of 846,900 was calmly announced from the big screen, we can see the momentum and confidence of the innovative BMW iX.
In our opinion, it is precisely because of the birth of an epoch-making flagship pure electric SUV such as the innovative BMW iX, and the innovative BMW i4 entering the electric coupe market, BMW can show the market its strong strength in the field of electrification. After all, as an international giant of luxury brands, their products will still make people have a lot of expectations.