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| The BMW i8 Roadster has doors that open upwards. |
This first-ever BMW convertible plug-in hybrid, a "gentleman's racer", can go from 0-100kmh in 4.6 seconds. There is already one in this colour on the roads in Singapore, a first edition. Owner CS Liew, a director with an agricultural science company, said that he initially preferred 'hard top' convertibles, but changed his mind with the i8 Roadster.
"I was won over because of the way it is designed, because it is just incredible," he said. Liew is the only Asian buyer and the only one from Singapore who owns a BMW i8 Roadster first edition.
Equipped with a dual-clutch transmission*, the New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer have been updated with sport line exteriors, new sport seats, a black panel instrument display and an electronic gear selector.
Powered by xDrive for all-weather and all-terrain capability, this sports activity coupé has a new wider stance, M Sport suspension and variable sport steering.
“BMW World of Passion and Joy is the motoring event of the year in Singapore as we aim to unite the past, present and future under one roof,” said Christopher Wehner, MD, BMW Group Asia, who also said that the event is "about values we embrace and experiences we create".
The new BMW i3s REx electric car
The new BMW i3s REx possesses a higher output, model-specific chassis technology and more dynamic driving qualities.
The all-new BMW Z4 First Edition
The All-new BMW Z4 First Edition boasts lithe and compact proportions and a dynamic silhouette, encapsulating the BMW Group’s vision of a modern roadster.
The All-new BMW 8 Series
The 8 redefines the sports car. The All-new BMW 8 Series combines lateral and longitudinal dynamic performance with poise, assurance and luxury over long distances. According to Wehner, the 8 Series "is about autonomy and saving the time for people you like and the things that you like and to have unique experiences".
The all-new BMW M2 Competition
The racing DNA is clear here. The BMW M2 Competition has a new bi-turbo inline six-cylinder engine goes from 0-100kmh in 4.2 seconds. It boasts new M Mirrors, a redesigned kidney grille, new M alloy wheels, M Sport bucket seats and an illuminated M2 badge.
The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance
The BMW X family’s new top model extends BMW’s offering in the luxury class.
BMW heritage cars at the event include the BMW M5 (E39), BMW M3 CSL (E46), BMW 327 Sports Cabrio and the Isetta.
Test drives
The BMW 2 Series all the way to the BMW 7 Series, the BMW i3 and the BMW X models are available for test drives.
Virtual reality (VR) experiences
VR technology is available to allow visitors to get behind the wheel and check out the vehicle's nooks and crannies.
The MINI Story
Visitors to the event are also invited to explore five unique chapters in The MINI Story: Creative Solutions, MINI In Design, Personalities, Makers, and Personalisation. Visitors can also create something of their own, walk away with a memento from the MINI photo booth, and explore the past in the Alec Issigonis design studio. Issigonis is known for his development of the MINI.
Designer Mini by Paul Smith
The Designer Mini by Paul Smith is one of three Designer Minis presented by Rover as part of Mini's 40th anniversary in 1998. Taking the inspiration for his design from the stripes characteristic of his 1997 collection, the car was eventually sprayed with 86 stripes in 26 colours.
Level 4, halls 403 and 404
10am to 10pm
Adult: S$20
Enjoy S$20 off favourite BMW or MINI Lifestyle Collection products after spending a minimum of S$100 nett in a single invoice. Terms and conditions apply.
Explore:
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| BMW representative (left) with Liew posing with the BMW i8 Roadster. |
"I was won over because of the way it is designed, because it is just incredible," he said. Liew is the only Asian buyer and the only one from Singapore who owns a BMW i8 Roadster first edition.
New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer
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| The BMW2 Series Gran Tourer. |
The All-new BMW X4
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| Source: BMW Group Asia. The BMW X4. |
Powered by xDrive for all-weather and all-terrain capability, this sports activity coupé has a new wider stance, M Sport suspension and variable sport steering.
The four new models can be seen at the BMW World of Passion and Joy event which ends today. This is the third-ever such event in Singapore, with the previous one held in 2010. Another three new models are showcased, including the All-new BMW Z4 First Edition, which was five years in the making. Visitors have an opportunity to experience the BMW and MINI brands, including BMW heritage cars; explore The MINI Story, and enjoy performances and interactive activities.
“BMW World of Passion and Joy is the motoring event of the year in Singapore as we aim to unite the past, present and future under one roof,” said Christopher Wehner, MD, BMW Group Asia, who also said that the event is "about values we embrace and experiences we create".
Showcases include:
The new BMW i3s REx electric car
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| The BMW i3s REx electric car. |
The new BMW i3s REx possesses a higher output, model-specific chassis technology and more dynamic driving qualities.
The all-new BMW Z4 First Edition
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| Performers pose after a skit starring the All-new BMW Z4 First Edition. |
The All-new BMW Z4 First Edition boasts lithe and compact proportions and a dynamic silhouette, encapsulating the BMW Group’s vision of a modern roadster.
The All-new BMW 8 Series
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| Models pose next to The 8 by BMW, with Wehner in the background. |
The 8 redefines the sports car. The All-new BMW 8 Series combines lateral and longitudinal dynamic performance with poise, assurance and luxury over long distances. According to Wehner, the 8 Series "is about autonomy and saving the time for people you like and the things that you like and to have unique experiences".
The all-new BMW M2 Competition
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| The BMW M2 Competition has racing DNA. |
The racing DNA is clear here. The BMW M2 Competition has a new bi-turbo inline six-cylinder engine goes from 0-100kmh in 4.2 seconds. It boasts new M Mirrors, a redesigned kidney grille, new M alloy wheels, M Sport bucket seats and an illuminated M2 badge.
The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance
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| BMW Concept X7 iPerformance. |
The BMW X family’s new top model extends BMW’s offering in the luxury class.
BMW heritage cars at the event include the BMW M5 (E39), BMW M3 CSL (E46), BMW 327 Sports Cabrio and the Isetta.
Test drives
The BMW 2 Series all the way to the BMW 7 Series, the BMW i3 and the BMW X models are available for test drives.
Virtual reality (VR) experiences
VR technology is available to allow visitors to get behind the wheel and check out the vehicle's nooks and crannies.
The MINI Story
Visitors to the event are also invited to explore five unique chapters in The MINI Story: Creative Solutions, MINI In Design, Personalities, Makers, and Personalisation. Visitors can also create something of their own, walk away with a memento from the MINI photo booth, and explore the past in the Alec Issigonis design studio. Issigonis is known for his development of the MINI.
Designer Mini by Paul Smith
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| One of three Designer Minis, the Designer Mini by Paul Smith has 86 stripes in 26 colours. |
The Designer Mini by Paul Smith is one of three Designer Minis presented by Rover as part of Mini's 40th anniversary in 1998. Taking the inspiration for his design from the stripes characteristic of his 1997 collection, the car was eventually sprayed with 86 stripes in 26 colours.
Details:
Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre Level 4, halls 403 and 404
10am to 10pm
Adult: S$20
Enjoy S$20 off favourite BMW or MINI Lifestyle Collection products after spending a minimum of S$100 nett in a single invoice. Terms and conditions apply.
Explore:
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*Also called a semi-automatic transmission; two clutch mechanisms are deployed, one for odd and the other for even gears.
