Filed under: Concept Cars, Hybrids/Alternative, Green, BMW

Click above to see a video of the BMW PAV in action.

While a lot of attention will be paid to BMW’s M3 convertible fitted with the automaker’s new dual-clutch gearbox, another vehicle set to debut in Geneva has the potential of being as important, if not more so. BMW plans to show off a new concept utilizing its Efficient Dynamics powertrain and it could be our first glimpse of the recently spied Progressive Activity Sedan.

At this point, the details about the concept are minimal, but considering BMW’s penchant for unveiling near-production ready concepts with next generation drivetrains (ala X6), it’s a distinct possibility. And with sales of the PAV expected to begin sometime next year, Geneva might be the first place BMW shows off its plans to assault the people-mover segment.

[Source: InsideLine]

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Click above for a high-res gallery of the BMW 1-series tii concept.

Among the assorted wares BMW will be showing off in Geneva, the Bavarian boys will also be displaying a complete accessories package for the 1-series that includes a number of the aerodynamic features we’ve seen already.

According to Winding Road’s sources, the concept that will be sitting on BMW’s stand will gauge the public’s interest in a tii model that could be powered by a twin-turbo, four-cylinder engine that would put a premium on (thank God) weight savings, thorough to lighter brakes, wheels and exterior elements.

Make the jump for BMW’s press release about its performance parts for the 1-series.

[Source: BMW via Winding Road]

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Click above for a high-res gallery of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics X5.

Every auto show nowadays has to have its fair share of “green” concepts, and Geneva won’t be any different. Over at the BMW stand, the automaker will be showing off its Vision EfficientDynamics Concept that’s packing a twin-turbo, 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel that’s mated to a hybrid motor. The diesel mill alone is making 204 hp and 295 lb.-ft. of torque, but the addition of a compact generator increases power by another 20 hp and 154 lb.-ft. of torque. Power is sent through an eight-speed gearbox developed by ZF that features longer ratios to make the most of the miserly mill. BMW cites mpg figures in the 43.5-range, with 172 g/km of CO2 being shot on the tailpipe. Additionally, BMW has fitted a regenerative braking system to the X5, along with roof-mounted solar panels and aerodynamically enhanced 19-inch wheels.

All the details are available after the jump in BMW’s press release.

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