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MORE ABOUT THE NEW BMW V-SERIES:
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/GeneralFuture/articleId=131976

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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  • That is the 5 Series GT !!

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  • bmw x4 is gonna look way better

  • hahahaaaaaaaa its look like shit .

  • @DtHube Thats the BMW 5GT

  • Thats the BMW 5GT

  • @rifo87 i agree

  • check this out :P

    watch?v=aQDQ5e70gdc

  • das ding fährt sich extrem gechillt. fühlt sich an wie n 7er

  • BMW 5er Gran Turismo

  • RAbbish quality car have a look at this watch?v=fQCvvnVDQIo&feature=re­lated

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