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      09-24-2008, 09:23 AM   #1
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and now the V series

Enough already with this crap.

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..2.*

So what exactly is the 2010 BMW V Series? Well, take the nearly indescribable X6 pseudo SUV, chop the roof down a little, add a few inches to the wheelbase and stuff the interior full of all the latest technology BMW has to offer. Still don't understand what BMW is going for here? You're not alone.

The story goes that after seeing the lukewarm reception to the Mercedes-Benz R-Class, BMW backed away from building a similar people mover of its own. But instead of ditching the idea altogether, BMW refined the concept a little, and the prototype you see here is the result.

Like the X6, the V Series is expected to have seating for four. The big difference will be how much room the passengers in the backseat will enjoy. In the X6 it's a tight fit; in the V Series it will be spacious. A high roof line and hatchback rear end are the reasons. Together they give the V Series a unique look that could make or break this unusual sedan.

As big as it looks, the V Series is expected to ride on the next-generation 5 Series platform, so expect a wheelbase of about 115 inches. It doesn't appear much wider than BMW's current sedans, and although the roof is obviously higher than a 5 Series, it's still considerably lower than the X6.

Given the size of the V Series and its position between the 5 and 7 Series sedans, we expect to see a V8 engine as the standard power plant. The new twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 used in the X6 is a good bet. Then again, tougher mileage standards in the U.S. could prompt use of BMW's latest clean diesel power plants. Both rear-wheel- and all-wheel-drive versions of the V Series are likely.

Look for the official debut of the 2010 BMW V Series at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. Sales in the U.S. should begin by either late 2009 or early 2010.
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its gonna rule....cant wait to see it
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Think of it this way, imagine a 5 series hatchback.... oh wait, they already have that...

Who are they marketing to now?
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no they dont...this car wont have that classic ass....its also gonna be higher , so more space than X6 in the back...longer wheelbase...I think around 5 meters in lenght
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Nah. I don't get it. But most suv's look like station wagons on steroids to me.
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bmw's version of the r class?
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doesnt cadillac own the rights to the moniker "v series"?
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Isn't that the PAS vehicle? The V moniker is only for development purposes. When it gets into production it will get the proper moniker.
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looks like the merc r wagon
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Enough already with this crap.

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..2.*

So what exactly is the 2010 BMW V Series? Well, take the nearly indescribable X6 pseudo SUV, chop the roof down a little, add a few inches to the wheelbase and stuff the interior full of all the latest technology BMW has to offer. Still don't understand what BMW is going for here? You're not alone.

The story goes that after seeing the lukewarm reception to the Mercedes-Benz R-Class, BMW backed away from building a similar people mover of its own. But instead of ditching the idea altogether, BMW refined the concept a little, and the prototype you see here is the result.

Like the X6, the V Series is expected to have seating for four. The big difference will be how much room the passengers in the backseat will enjoy. In the X6 it's a tight fit; in the V Series it will be spacious. A high roof line and hatchback rear end are the reasons. Together they give the V Series a unique look that could make or break this unusual sedan.

As big as it looks, the V Series is expected to ride on the next-generation 5 Series platform, so expect a wheelbase of about 115 inches. It doesn't appear much wider than BMW's current sedans, and although the roof is obviously higher than a 5 Series, it's still considerably lower than the X6.

Given the size of the V Series and its position between the 5 and 7 Series sedans, we expect to see a V8 engine as the standard power plant. The new twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 used in the X6 is a good bet. Then again, tougher mileage standards in the U.S. could prompt use of BMW's latest clean diesel power plants. Both rear-wheel- and all-wheel-drive versions of the V Series are likely.

Look for the official debut of the 2010 BMW V Series at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. Sales in the U.S. should begin by either late 2009 or early 2010.
This car will positioned above the 5 Series and below the 7 Series.It is not a wagon.American's won't buy wagons.It is not a van,it is not a MB R Class.It is built on the new 5 Series platform.....its a taller,wider and longer 5 Series.It will have no common sheetmetal to anything currently in the BMW portfolio.Some X6 coupe styling cue's and probably the sleekest design out of Munich in many many years.Very innovative interior-maybe 2+2+1 seating w/ the interior volume of the new 7 Series.Very, very sporty car with some room on the interior.Designed for someone who can't fit all their "stuff " into a 3 or 5 or 6 Series,does not want an X3- X5-X6,nor....in some enthusiast minds....won't drive something as big as the land yacht 7 Series.Will break new ground in the Sedan segment like the X6 did in the SUV segment.Thanks! PalBay
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BMW is going down the same shitty road that Mercedes went. It's diluting its brand with whole bunch of useless cars, yeah, X6 looks great and all that, but WTF a 4-seater SUV? and now a bigger 4-seater-still SUV? so now instead of seating 2 skinning people in the back they can stick 2 fatties there?
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oh no bmw....wat r u DOING!!??
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This car will positioned above the 5 Series and below the 7 Series.It is not a wagon.American's won't buy wagons.It is not a van,it is not a MB R Class.It is built on the new 5 Series platform.....its a taller,wider and longer 5 Series.It will have no common sheetmetal to anything currently in the BMW portfolio.Some X6 coupe styling cue's and probably the sleekest design out of Munich in many many years.Very innovative interior-maybe 2+2+1 seating w/ the interior volume of the new 7 Series.Very, very sporty car with some room on the interior.Designed for someone who can't fit all their "stuff " into a 3 or 5 or 6 Series,does not want an X3- X5-X6,nor....in some enthusiast minds....won't drive something as big as the land yacht 7 Series.Will break new ground in the Sedan segment like the X6 did in the SUV segment.Thanks! PalBay

couldnt say better , thanks man looks like ur the only one here who -thinks-

@ canucklion : ur just jelous , shitty road lol , man are u on something? kill ureslf please
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couldnt say better , thanks man looks like ur the only one here who -thinks-

@ canucklion : ur just jelous , shitty road lol , man are u on something? kill ureslf please
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This car will positioned above the 5 Series and below the 7 Series.It is not a wagon.American's won't buy wagons.It is not a van,it is not a MB R Class.It is built on the new 5 Series platform.....its a taller,wider and longer 5 Series.It will have no common sheetmetal to anything currently in the BMW portfolio.Some X6 coupe styling cue's and probably the sleekest design out of Munich in many many years.Very innovative interior-maybe 2+2+1 seating w/ the interior volume of the new 7 Series.Very, very sporty car with some room on the interior.Designed for someone who can't fit all their "stuff " into a 3 or 5 or 6 Series,does not want an X3- X5-X6,nor....in some enthusiast minds....won't drive something as big as the land yacht 7 Series.Will break new ground in the Sedan segment like the X6 did in the SUV segment.Thanks! PalBay
so a really really sporty van?

in all seriousness, we can't say much judging by camo-car. we'll just have to wait for the official pics. hopefully it won't be TOO ugly.
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It's like a 5er/X6 hybrid. wtf.
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it seems that every new car , every new idea , concept or whatever good , or bad' cant be that bad' but some of u really are pissed off at everything that bmw does , myself included but I dont boo 1er , the M X's , new 7 , this future V series man....go to audipost or something , what the f do u want? new M3 CSL or Golden 335i with espresso in dashboard?
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