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Based on the flagship BMW 7 Series, the BMW Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo sets new standards for vehicle performance, safety, luxury and classic design.
The Bi-Turbo power chain that graces this luxury saloon delivers powerful and torque-laden performance, while simultaneously improving fuel economy.
The fully-aluminium, 4.4 litres V8 engine yields 507 bph (373 kW) at a moderate 5500rpm, with a maximum torque of 700 Nm available between 3000-4750rpm. This exclusive model accelerates fiercely and effortlessly, sprinting from 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, and pressing on to an electronically-limited 280 km/h top speed.
Allied to this exceptional power chain is the Alpina Switch-Tronic transmission, which has been programmed to shift gears with exceptional smoothness and comfort in automatic mode, instantly transforming to manual mode through finger tip control when required.
Alpina's quest for truly neutral handling yields integrated state-of-the-art electronic suspension technologies, skillfully and subtly tailored to the requirements of each customer. As part of the B7 Bi-Turbo standard equipment, the electronic suspension system with Dynamic Damping Control and Dynamic Drive (active roll stabilisation) enable the driver to select from three distinct suspension set-ups: Comfort, Normal and Sport. The B7 Bi-Turbo offers the driver unparalleled versatility, delivering on long-distance comfort just as readily as on back-road pace, always with a maximum of enjoyment and safety.
At once dynamic, graceful and potent, the fresh design language of the BMW Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo is underlined by the evolution of the traditional 20-spoke 21" Alpina Classic wheels which impart a distinctive appearance and powerful stance. The exclusive model is available with full Alpina Individuality options including an Alpina Green exterior, a colour exclusive to Alpina, as well as a two-tone green and silver interior in Lavalina leather, and brand exclusive 21" Alpina rims. This exclusive model is also available with the full range of BMW 7 Series advanced technologies and driver innovations such as Head-up Display, Lane Departure Warning, i-Drive control system, and 4-wheel steering.
When climbing into the B7 Bi-Turbo, one immediately takes note of the Alpina door sill trims which are finely illuminated in blue. The Switch-Tronic steering wheel is gloved and hand-stitched in the finest, most comfortable Lavalina leather. In the driver's line of sight, red pointers over a field of blue dials grace the instrument cluster, where a Black-Panel LCD screen is responsible for communicating driver-important information.
Exclusive interior luxury wood trim in the form of Myrtle Burl, a knotted burl of the Laurel only found on the Pacific Coast of the United States, provides a warm and traditional ambience. Optional Alpina Piano Lacquer interior trim with its silver diagonal rhombs, offers a modern and just as exclusive alternative.
Arno Husselmann, General Manager of Abu Dhabi Motors said:
'The new BMW Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo unites exclusiveness, performance and comfort in perfect harmony. We are particularly delighted to be able to offer the first vehicle in the world, with the exclusive '001' car number, to our customers.'
Husselmann added: 'This exclusive model delivers the complete package combining exceptional power with frugal fuel consumption and reduced emissions. The phenomenal performance is united with refined handling, distinctive design characteristics and only the finest interior materials available to deliver unrivalled driving pleasure.'
Posted by Nadeen El Ajou
