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The new BMW 8 Series large coupe will launch in November at a starting price of €125,725 OTR, writes Brian Byrne . The car will be available with a six-cylinder diesel engine developing 320hp and a V8 petrol with 530hp. The new car will have adaptive suspension as standard, and both feature all wheel drive. Onboard technologies include BMW's new 7" display-and-control system, access by smartphone, and a full range of driver assist facilities.

BMW’s new X5 SUV will go on sale in Ireland from this month with prices starting from €94,325 OTR-€121,445, writes Trish Whelan . This is the fourth-generation of the X5.   Combining a strong design with on- and off-road ability, the German car maker claims it has an ‘even greater blend of premium luxury performance and comfort’. Available now to order in Ireland, the new model demonstrates the latest BMW advances in technology, design and safety, and has the highest level of autonomous capability yet seen on a BMW X model. With a wheelbase 42mm longer than its predecessor, an increase in length of 36mm, an extra 66mm of width and a 19mm increase in height, the new X5 has both an imposing appearance and generous levels of space for passengers and their luggage.   xLine and M Sport model variants are offered.   There will be one petrol and two diesel units available from the latest generations of engines. All use a new eight-speed Steptron...

BMW is debuting a concept iX3 sports activity vehicle with an all-electric powertrain at the Beijing Auto Show, writes Brian Byrne . The car has an official range rating of more than 400km, and the capacity to be fast-charged fully in just 30 minutes at suitable charging stations. The motor offers an equivalent of 270hp, and the concept showcases the fifth generation of BMW's eDrive technology. The production version of the car will be the first BMW to be powered only by electric power (the current i3 is offered with a range-extender petrol engine).