DOHA: Alfardan Automobiles, the official BMW importer for Qatar celebrated the BMW M range at an exclusive event held at Losail International Circuit (LIC), said a statement yesterday.
The two-day event, held from November 13 to 14 saw BMW M models put to the test, pushing them to their limits and experiencing their true capabilities by guests who attended the event. The event started with a parade organised by the Mawter Group, taking a group of the M models from the Alfardan Automobiles showroom in West Bay to the Losail International Circuit.
Ihab Allam, General Manager of Alfardan Automobiles, said: “At Alfardan Automobiles we continually look to ways to engage with our customers and media, there is no better way to do this then to ignite and inspire their passion in driving, no model can do that like the M model range. This is one of many events we organize and we will continue to look to how we can give unforgettable experiences to all of our customers. I would also like to thank all the BMW customers that attended the event as well as our partners Mawater Group, who with their support have made this a truly successful two days.”
Making their Middle East debut at the Qatar International Motor Show in February, the second generation BMW X6M and X5M models were showcased amongst a range of M models. The two new models, set the benchmark in terms of driving dynamics and outstanding efficiency in the high-performance Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) segment.
The M design and interior of the two newest additions to the BMW M GmbH stable. Both the BMW X6M and X5M are powered by the latest-generation 4.4-litre V8 engine, using innovative M TwinPower Turbo technology to push torque and output to even higher performance levels.
Also present at the track day was the BMW M4 Coupe. The high-revving six-cylinder in-line engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology developed for the BMW M4 Coupe produces a maximum output of 431 hp. Its peak torque of 550 Newton metres (406 lb-ft) is available across a wide rev band yet the engine also achieves a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions of around 25 percent. BMW M4 Coupe covers the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds (with the optional seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission).
The M4 Convertible replicates the performance figures of the BMW M4 Coupe. The power unit generates maximum output of 431 hp from its 3.0-litre displacement and serves up peak torque of 406 lb-ft across a wide rev band.
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