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BMW i Vision gran coupe enters Frankfurt as a vision of BMW's electric future

BMW i Vision gran coupe enters Frankfurt as a vision of BMW's electric future
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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Of note on the new BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is the revised front grille, with a larger, more squared “BMW double kidney” as its definition
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Of note on the new BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is the revised front grille, with a larger, more squared “BMW double kidney” as its definition
It’s clear that aerodynamics are the primary focus of the exterior on the i Vision Dynamics
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It’s clear that aerodynamics are the primary focus of the exterior on the i Vision Dynamics
The one-piece greenhouse profile, with indents where the center pillar between doors should be, is a hallmark of all BMW i series vehicles
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The one-piece greenhouse profile, with indents where the center pillar between doors should be, is a hallmark of all BMW i series vehicles
The grille on the BMW i Vision Dynamics is deleted, becoming just a surface design without function, making it clear that this is an electric vehicle requiring no engine airflow
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The grille on the BMW i Vision Dynamics is deleted, becoming just a surface design without function, making it clear that this is an electric vehicle requiring no engine airflow
Pencil-thin LED headlamps and well-defined edges for the fenders finish the exterior’s electrified, muscular appeal
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Pencil-thin LED headlamps and well-defined edges for the fenders finish the exterior’s electrified, muscular appeal
The rear of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept has elements that mirror the front to provide balance of design
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The rear of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept has elements that mirror the front to provide balance of design
An overhead view of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept shows what appears to be a glass panoramic roof
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An overhead view of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept shows what appears to be a glass panoramic roof
Powering the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is an undefined electric powertrain
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Powering the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is an undefined electric powertrain
BMW says that the sedan would have a range of 600 km (373 miles) per charge and a top speed of over 200 km/h (120 mph)
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BMW says that the sedan would have a range of 600 km (373 miles) per charge and a top speed of over 200 km/h (120 mph)
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW reveals the i Vision Dynamics in Frankfurt
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BMW has unveiled a new concept vehicle, the i Vision Dynamics, a four-door gran coupe with a range of 600 km (373 miles) per charge and a top speed of over 200 km/h (120 mph). The sporting sedan is a "look ahead to the e-mobility experience of the future," BMW says.

The BMW i Vision Dynamics uses the classic proportions endemic to all BMW cars, with a long wheelbase sitting under a slightly curved roofline and a saloon-styled body emphasizing the hood and a short, clipped rear deck and overhang. The one-piece greenhouse profile, with indents where the center pillar between doors should be, is a hallmark of all BMW i series vehicles. It's clear that aerodynamics are the primary focus of the exterior on the i Vision Dynamics.

An overhead view of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept shows what appears to be a glass panoramic roof
An overhead view of the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept shows what appears to be a glass panoramic roof

Also of note on the new BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is the revised front grille, with a larger, more squared "BMW double kidney" as its definition. The grille itself is deleted, becoming just a surface design without function, making it clear that this is an electric vehicle requiring no engine airflow. Pencil-thin LED headlamps and well-defined edges for the fenders finish the exterior's electrified, muscular appeal.

Powering the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is an undefined electric powertrain. BMW says that the sedan would have a range of 600 km (373 miles) per charge and a top speed of over 200 km/h (120 mph) with acceleration of 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in four seconds.

The BMW i Vision Dynamics concept is on display in Frankfurt this week.

Source: BMW

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3 comments
3 comments
Tom Lee Mullins
I think that is really nice design. It seems the range is increasing. I heard of some batteries not taking long to charge. I guess the future is electric vehicles.
Personally I think fuel cells is the future; fuel cell battery hybrids. Why not use one of the most common elements around?
highlandboy
The font on picture should be titled " You want ugly? I'll show you ugly" How can they put such an ugly face on a car that otherwise looks great? Kudos to BMW for realising the explosive potential and difficulty in storing H2. Let's hope the batterys can reflect the potential they describe.
hourglass
though the nose looks lovely from every other angle, that front-on, gaping, two-tooth gob mirrors Uncle Cletus' shock at the sight of it ...