BMW drivers energized about 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid models
Drivers of San Carlos luxury cars will likely be excited to learn about the recent details for the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and ActiveHybrid 3 models, which combine BMW’s sport sedans with hybrid technology. The innovative features on the BMW ActiveHybrid sedans electrified BMW enthusiasts across the country after these newest BMW hybrid models made an appearance at the Detroit Auto Show this week.
BMW’s 2012 ActiveHybrid models are especially attractive to drivers who are looking for environmentally friendly vehicles. Although official fuel economy numbers have not been released, the ActiveHybrid 5 Series model averages about 28 miles per gallon and the ActiveHybrid 3 Series averages about 37 miles per gallon for combined city and highway driving.
The BMW ActiveHybrid exteriors are similar in design to the popular BMW 3 Series and 5 Series sedans, but underneath the hood the ActiveHybrid models set themselves apart from the rest of the BMW lineup. Both the 2012 ActiveHybrid sedans are equipped with a turbocharged six-cylinder engine, which pumps out an impressive 300 horsepower. In addition, the ActiveHybrid 5 and 3 models are outfitted with an electric motor that can produce 55 horsepower.
The ActiveHybrid’s innovative navigation system can also select the most fuel-efficient route and use an electric coasting feature for the last few miles to further increase the vehicle’s fuel economy.
If some of these details about the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid models have sparked your interest in BMW’s newest hybrid sport sedans, please stop in to your Peter Pan BMW dealership, where our friendly staff will help to answer any of your questions about BMW’s 2012 lineup. The ActiveHybrid 5 model will likely be introduced throughout the United States this spring, while drivers will have to wait until Fall 2012 for the ActiveHybrid 3 sedan.
