The German company will bring into the French event a new prototype of a premium compact with hybrid engines (1.5 petrol and electric). A car that has a sporty design and an elegant interior.
Continuing the roundup of news that will come to an end in the next few days at the Paris Motor Show 2012 (September 29-October 14): This time it’s the BMW Concept Active Tourer. This is the prototype of a premium compact, with a hybrid engine and a sporty design, the German company has plans to launch in the near future, given the important growth forecast statistics of the segment in the coming years.
With an external of 4350 mm, width length of 1,560 mm overall height of and 1,834 mm, this car is aimed at customers who appreciate a high level of comfort, a high seating position and generous spaciousness in the premium compact segment. The design features the classic BMW kidney grille inclined slightly forward, the wide wheel arches for the 20-inch wheels and large rear lights.
The interior is a mix of elegance and functionality with the door panels and seats upholstered with a soft nubuck leather and smooth leather, with contrasting topstitching in orange for bringing out the sport spirit. The car is powered by the new 1.5-liter TwinPower Turbo petrol mated to an electric motor with 200 Nm of torque, which guarantees a dynamic acceleration and the ability to travel more than 30 kilometers in pure electric mode.