Revised BMW ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo and B3 Bi-Turbo
· The latest version of the world’s fastest production diesel saloon and estate, together with the 190 mph petrol-powered equivalent, will be launched at IAA.
· ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo combines 173 mph and 0-62 in 4.6 seconds with finely-honed bespoke engineering, 53 mpg and CO2 emissions of just 139 g/km.
· Limited edition B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50 Coupe to be shown alongside classic B7S Turbo Coupe (E24)
to celebrate 50 years of ALPINA.
Frankfurt: Bespoke vehicle manufacturer ALPINA will launch revised versions of the D3 Bi-Turbo (diesel) and B3 Bi-Turbo (petrol) at the IAA (Frankfurt autoshow). Both vehicles combine very high performance with excellent fuel economy and low emissions: with 700 Nm, the D3 Bi-Turbo is the world’s fastest diesel production car, yet combines 173 mph and 0-62 in 4.6 seconds with finely-honed bespoke engineering, 53 mpg and CO2 emissions of just 139 g/km.
“These figures make the D3 Bi-Turbo the most widely accomplished luxury saloon or estate available anywhere today,” comments ALPINA GB Brand Manager Gary Lott. “Performance is firmly in the junior supercar league yet it offers the comfort and refinement of a luxury car combined with the ability to cross countries without stopping for fuel. There is no other four/five door luxury vehicle on the market today with this combination of qualities.”
In addition to the upgrades recently released on BMW’s 3-Series range, on which the ALPINA vehicles are based, the two revised cars receive new ALPINA front and rear spoilers developed in BMW’s wind tunnel, with bespoke exhaust tailpipes integrated into the new rear valance. Other upgrades include new LED headlights and revisions to the interior materials and equipment. Both cars have been developed by ALPINA’s team of 70 engineers using design and validation processes identical to those implemented by BMW. ALPINA enhancements reach throughout the vehicle, including the engine, gearbox, cooling system, body structure, wheels, tyres, aerodynamics, suspension and interior.
Bespoke Luxury
Standard equipment includes an eight-speed automatic gearbox, ALPINA Adaptive M Sport Suspension, a four outlet exhaust with an ‘intelligent’ acoustic valve, leather upholstery, electrically adjustable heated sports seats, climate control and 19” ALPINA alloy wheels in the company’s famous Classic design. Inside, there are luxury carpet overmats and subtle ALPINA logos on the seat backs and door sills. The instruments are in ALPINA Blue and the steering wheel is covered in finest-quality, hand-stitched Lavalina leather. Every car is finished with a model plaque displayed on the centre console, showing the car’s unique build number.
In addition to being available with all BMW options including those from BMW Individual, the D3 Bi-Turbo and B3 Bi‑Turbo can receive almost limitless personalisation from ALPINA’s craftsmen. Alongside the famous ALPINA Blue and ALPINA Green signature paintwork, choices include hand-stitched full leather interiors of superb quality and a wide range of hand-finished woods for the dashboard and doors.
ALPINA has worked closely with BMW since 1961, with shared warranty coverage since 1964. The company was registered as an automobile manufacturer to ISO standards in 1983.
D3 Bi-Turbo Saloon: from £47,950 D3 Bi-Turbo Touring: from £49,850
B3 Bi-Turbo Saloon: from £57,450 B3 Bi-Turbo Touring: from £58,950
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