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Import/Export Ready BMW M8 Gran Coupe
The 2023 BMW M8 Gran Coupe is the big, brash, and beautiful four-door member of the M8 family. We separately review this model’s coupe and convertible siblings. While the M8 Gran Coupe provides a much bigger back seat and expanded cargo space than those two, it shares their, ballistic 617-hp twin-turbo V-8, which delivers explosive acceleration. The engine is aided by an excellent eight-speed automatic and an all-wheel-drive system that features a rear-drive mode for smokey burnouts or sideways shenanigans. Despite its significant mass, the 2023 M8 Gran Coupe has cornering grip and stopping power to embarrass lighter sports cars. However, its insane performance is diminished by distant steering feel and a ride that can be punishing at times. Nobody will be disappointed by its richly appointed interior, though the aforementioned flaws and the Bimmer’s surplus of drive-mode settings make us prefer the Audi RS7. BMW makes a handful of changes to the M8 Gran Coupe for the 2023 model year. Along with dark accents inside the adaptive LED headlights, there’s a wider selection of metallic paint colors that includes Skyscraper Grey, Brooklyn Grey, Isle of Man Green, Tanzanite Blue II, and Frozen Pure Grey. There’s also an option to replace BMW’s classic roundel with the M logo on the hood, trunk, and wheel hubs. Inside, the M8 Gran Coupe can now be fitted with the lightweight M Carbon competition seats that debuted on the latest-generation M3 sedan and M4 coupe. There’s a new color option for the Merino leather and microsuede upholstery, and the touchscreen grows from 10.3 to 12.3 inches. The M8 Gran Coupe only comes one way, so we’d recommend several options to maximize its luxury and performance. We’d select the Comfort Seating package that brings remote start, multiple heated surfaces, and retractable shades for the back seat. Individually, the carbon-ceramic brakes add cred to the M in front of the Gran Coupe’s 8 and better withstand the abuse of a track day. Speaking of racetrack action, we’d recommend the M Driver’s pack, which includes a day of professional training to learn how to safely exploit the M8’s talents and maybe briefly forget how much it costs. Choosing the latter option also raises its electrically limited top speed from 155 to 190 mph. The M8 Gran Coupe is powered by a lusty twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 that makes 617 horsepower, thanks to the adoption of the previously optional Competition package. The exceptionally smooth engine sends that power to all four wheels via a responsive eight-speed automatic transmission. However, tail-out antics are made possible by a selectable rear-wheel-drive mode that routes all the V-8’s fury to the back. This rocket-powered four-door shot to 60 mph in just 2.7 seconds and completed the quarter-mile in 10.8 ticks at 129 mph. These numbers are impressive for some supercars, let alone a sedan that weighs more than 4300 pounds. While it’s furiously quick and provides more than 1.0 g of cornering grip, the big M8 suffers from indifferent steering feel and a stiff ride that compromises its comfort. A specially tuned adaptive suspension comes standard, and it can be adjusted through the sedan’s customizable or preset drive modes, but even the softest damper setting isn’t soft at all. Its strong brakes will haul it down from 70 mph in an impressively short 147 feet, but the Bimmer’s brake-by-wire system returned uneven responses through the pedal, regardless of the two available brake settings (Comfort and Sport).
2022 BMW X7 M50i Import/Export Ready
Enjoy a curated collection of life-improving technology in the 2022 BMW X7 SAV – from standard safety features to cutting-edge developments in onboard driver assistance systems. All BMW X7 models come standard with xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system, which intuitively relays power to individual wheels for optimal traction and control. The 2022 BMW X7 has seating for seven laid out in three rows, including second-row bench seats as standard. Or choose the optional six-seat configuration with all-electric Captain’s Chairs. The 2022 BMW X7 is the largest BMW available, with the largest cargo space, the most seating, spacious headroom, and grand exterior dimensions.
2017 BMW X5 SUV
The new 2017 BMW X5 handles like the company’s amazing sports sedans, which is the main reason to consider this a crossover. Currently, the 2017 BMW X5 is included in the list of the most desirable cars around the world. This machine combines all the things one can think or imagine. With excellent technical characteristics, significant exterior, a comfortable cabin, and a huge list of equipment and options to choose from. Pricing for the 2017 BMW X5 will most likely stay around the same price as previous models at around $56,000.
The front end of the SUV looks identical to most other BMWs. Headlamps are enclosed in a ring of LEDs, with adaptive Xenon bulbs as the main source of light. Most of the visual cues on this model are similar to the BMW 3 series such as the false radiator grille with interesting vertical jumpers as well as abundant chrome trim. The bumper also has a lot of aerodynamic elements which fit incredibly well in the overall design. As a result, the car can be described as bold and aggressive. Inside, the X5 shines and we’ll give you the highlights: good dash, great materials, beautiful infotainment, and better outward visibility.
Under the hood, a turbocharged 3.0 liter awaits for base model buyers. The 300 horses it comes with is plenty in rear and all wheel drive configurations. A 4.4-liter turbocharged V-8 sits atop the range and packs a punch. At 445 hp, the big V-8 charges forward with assurance: 60 mph comes up in 4.7 seconds.
The X5 can seat up to seven, but the third row isn’t very accessible or comfortable for adults.
The X5 has some pretty good options for the picking as well. The base X5 comes equipped with 19-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights, 14-way power adjustable and heated front seats, wood trim, a power adjustable steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity, adaptive cruise control, navigation with traffic info, panoramic moonroof, power tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, BMW telematics and remote services (such as unlocking the car via an app), and a nine-speaker stereo with HD radio.
An impressive Bang & Olufsen sound system replaced the standard nine-speaker setup (or the 16-speaker Harman Kardon system on xDrive50i models). Rear entertainment screens can be added for parents sanity on long car rides, however those two screens will set you back about six grand. Another option is a safety pack that allows the car to stop, go and help steer itself, but the operative word here is “optional”. A rearview camera is also an extra $400.
The vehicle can be order with one of three trim packages: Luxury, xLine and M Sport. Luxury Line and xLine packages bring more personalization, with coordinated interior trims that are a step more attention-getting. The xLine features satin aluminum and high-gloss finishes, while the Luxury Pacakge gets blacked-out grille chrome strips and some sporty cues. The M Sport adds a body kit, Shadowline trim, high-gloss roof rails, sport seats, an anthracite headliner, and various other high-performance cues as well as an option for an M Adaptive suspension.
As standard, the X5 is luxurious and well-equipped—not many luxury cars offer a standard power adjustable steering wheel or 14-way adjustable seats. A light touch with options can keep an X5 close to reality and we think that’s the best route.
Then come the quick packages: third-row seating, a cold weather package with heating options, driver assistance packages including a head-up display, a full LED lighting option, blind spot monitors, surround view cameras, speed limit monitors, and a Premium package with keyless entry, soft-close doors, satellite radio, and leather upholstery.
All in all, the 2017 BMW X5 is going to be a great vehicle. It includes a lot of great base options and a LOT of power, but you can also upgrade those features to customize the car more to your style. This should be a great SUV to look for in mid-2017.
