BMW XM – Specs, Price, Colors in India | Automotivekeeda

By Javed Ali Khan

BMW India has launched the very first ever BMW XM which is priced at Rs.2.6 cr, ex-showroom and comes in a completely Built-Up Unit. The bookings for the car are open and will be available for delivery from May 2023 onwards. BMW XM is totally a new product and developed fully independently with no conceptual baseline to be found in the BMW model range.

As per Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India, “Driven by Motorsport, the BMW M automobiles have lived up to the highest standard of agility, dynamics and power. A new era is beginning, an era of emotion, electrification and powerful technologies.”

The car comes with two years standard warranty for unlimited kilometers and the high-voltage battery is covered by a warranty valid for 8 years or up to 1,20,000 kilometers. The car has eye catching front – illuminated BMW Kidney grills with sleek twin LED headlights and large air intakes. The BMW XM is the most powerful SUV ever from the German company which boasts of a plug-in hybrid powertrain, BMW M Twin-Power Turbo V-8 engine, paired with a high-performance electric motor, delivering a power of 653 hp (480 kw) and 800 Nm torque.

The SUV has BMW’s intelligent M xDrive system, fourth generation 8 – speed M steptronic transmission, BMW ConnectedDrive, BMW Curved display, BMW Heads up display, 6 airbags, Antilock Braking System, M Dynamic Mode, Attentiveness Assistance, M Sport differential networked with dynamic stability control, Cornering brake control, Dynamic brake control, Active Roll Stabilization to name a few.

 

 

 

BMW X3 launched in India – Sportier and Modern 3rd Generation

By: Javed Ali Khan

BMW India has started the year 2022 by launching the 3rd generation X3, with better sportier dynamics and modern amenities.  The vehicle up for sale are two petrol variants with an introductory price of Rs. 59,90,000 for X3 xDrive30i SportX Plus and Rs. 65,90,000 for X3 xDrive30i M Sport. The Diesel variant will be launched later.

“The new evolved third-generation BMW X3 is here to continue the model’s trailblazing success in the premium mid-size SAV segment. The refreshed design and driving performance make BMW X3 a luxurious and practical
car that is agile on and off-road.” – Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said.

The car boasts of fresh Kidney grill design, adaptive LED headlights, LED rear lights – all of which add up to the overall looks of the vehicle. The M Sport package features larger air inlets finished in high-gloss black and air curtains. The interior of X3 welcomes its owner with an open arm and boasts features like Multi-function Sport Steering Wheel, electrical seat adjustment with memory function, exterior mirror package and if you opt for M Sport then you are pampered by Sport seats, Sensatec perforated upholstery, M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, M interior trim adding the performance-oriented ambiance, panoramic glass roof, and Welcome Light Carpet to name a few.

The two-liter four-cylinder petrol engine is linked with an eight-speed automatic Steptronic sport transmission, which performs smooth and almost
imperceptible gear shifts, which produces an output of 185 kW / 252 hp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm at 1,450 – 4,800 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 -100 km /hr in just 6.6 seconds with a top speed of 235 km/h.

BMW with its latest safety features like six airbags, Attentiveness Assistance, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Cornering Brake Control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor, ISOFIX child seat mounting, and integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor makes driving sound and safe for its owners.

Mini Urban Drive in India

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Mini, the brand which is owned by BMW, started its very own ‘Mini Urban Drive’ platform in India, which promotes and provides ‘Go-Kart’ like feeling among its users. The very first drive was held in August in Bengalauru where products like New Mini Hatch, New Mini Convertible, The All New Mini Countryman and the flagship Mini Clubman were present. The event will be organised throughout India in 7 major cities which are Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Chandigarh and Delhi and will over by October, 2018. The idea behind the event is to promote and showcase the safety and performance hidden in the various models of Mini.

This is what Mr. Vikram Pawah, Chairman, BMW Group India said, “The MINI Urban Drive provides a perfect opportunity for auto enthusiasts to be inspired by MINI’s ultimate combination of driving fun, top-notch quality and unique style. It offers participants not only the legendary driving experience of a MINI, but also significantly increasing safety at the wheel- whether in everyday traffic, performing rapid overtaking manoeuvres or at full –throttle on the racetrack. With MINI Urban Drive, we continue to extend the MINI lifestyle to more customers and look forward to welcoming more members to the MINI way of life.

Through out the event trained Mini Sales consultants will be present to assist users in a professional manner and provide details related to the products available for the drive. This would help customers to identify the Mini matching their lifestyle. Not only this, Mini India is accepting the booking of its products during the course of event.

BMW support for flood-affected customers in Kerala

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Kerala recently faced one of the worst floods in its history. Keeping in mind the issues to be faced by car owners, BMW India has decided to extend special service support for flood-affected customers in the State. A special task force has been deployed at various service points to assist the customers in best possible manner and bring vehicles back on roads. Spare parts availability is being prioritized and arrangements are being made to satisfy the demand arising out of flood affected vehicles.

 

BMW has increased the team size of technicians and service advisors for faster repairs and deliveries of affected vehicles. They have also come up with complimentary Road Side Assistance for towing of vehicles. The customers are being provided ‘On-site insurance support’ and surveyors for swift and fast insurance claims. Chairman of BMW Group India, Mr. Vikram Pawah, said, “Continuous heavy rainfall in Kerala region and flooding of low lying areas across the state is a cause of great concern. We stand with our customers in meeting any challenges they might have to face due to inclement weather conditions. BMW India has taken special measures to ensure that its customers receive prompt response to their service and insurance requirements.”

 

The support with regards to insurance claims involves daily visits of surveyors – Both, BMW partnered and Non-BMW collaborated insurance companies – for fast assessment and processing of insurance claims. Also, BMW India has requested that customers should not attempt to re-start the engine of a stalled vehicle as it may damage the engine. The owners of the vehicles getting affected by the flood can call BMW Roadside Assistance at 18001032211 for assistance.