The 2012 BMW M6 convertible provides plenty of power with its twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine, which boasts a remarkable 560 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque.  Also, the V8 engine is complemented with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission to produce a smooth and authoritative driving experience.

When building the BMW M6 on BMW’s website, drivers of Woodside luxury cars can choose from twelve metallic and non-metallic exterior colors, including Singapore Grey, Alpine White, and Ruby Black.   In addition, drivers can select the interior leather upholstery and trim colors.  Some of the options available on the 2012 BMW M6 convertible are bundled into the Driver Assistance Package and the Executive Package.  While the Driver Assistance Package includes safety features such as the lane departure warning and active blind spot detection systems, the Executive Package offers a heated steering wheel and soft-close automatic doors.

To kick off summer, the 2012 BMW M6 convertible will likely be available in dealerships this June, while the M6 coupe model is expected later this summer.  Please contact your local Peter Pan BMW dealership if you have any questions about the BMW M6′s exciting features while you are building your ultimate convertible to your preferred specifications.

The 2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i is equipped with a twin-turbocharged 300-horsepower six-cylinder engine, which is both powerful and fuel-efficient, averaging 16 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on the highway. An authoritative 4.4-liter V8 engine powers the X5 xDrive50i model and boasts a remarkable 400 horsepower.

The BMW X5’s elegant interior comfortably fits seven occupants, who can all enjoy the available optional features including automatic climate control, HD radio, an iDrive navigation and infotainment system, and a panoramic moonroof. In addition, the abundant storage space in the BMW X5 can accommodate all of your necessary gear for a weekend road trip or beach day.

The 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with standard safety features including stability and traction control and an all-wheel drive system to ensure that drivers remain in control of the vehicle even on slippery or uneven road surfaces. The 2012 BMW X5 also earned the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety’s top rating of “good” in frontal offset, rear, and side-impact crash tests.

If you want to learn more about the available options on the 2012 BMW X5 or experience its spacious interior, please stop by your local Peter Pan BMW dealership and browse our selection of new and used luxurious BMW vehicles.

The N20 is a powerful TwinPower turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine, which muscles out an impressive 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.  In the BMW X3 xDrive28i, the N20 will be coupled with the BMW eight-speed automatic transmission, which will collaborate to produce a smooth driving experience.

Currently, the BMW X3 averages 25 miles per gallon for highway driving and drivers of Woodside luxury cars will be excited that the new addition of the N20 engine is expected to have a positive impact on the X3’s fuel economy.  Although official fuel efficiency ratings have not been released for the BMW X3 equipped with the N20, BMW expects that the fuel economy will increase from about four to eight percent.  In addition, the Driving Experience Control function on the BMW X3 provides drivers with the option to select Eco Pro mode to further decrease unnecessary fuel consumption.

If you want to discover more details about the BMW X3 xDrive28i or learn more about the power behind the four-cylinder N20 engine, please stop in to your local Peter Pan BMW dealership, located in San Mateo, Ca.

Your local Peter Pan BMW dealership is particularly excited about the 2013 BMW X6 model’s new stylish exterior, which includes a redesigned grille, front clip, headlights, and LED taillights.  In addition, drivers can add optional adaptive LED headlights to the X6 sports-activity coupe.

Drivers and passengers of Woodside luxury cars can enjoy the elegant interior, which comfortably fits five passengers with the optional rear bench seat. Also, the 2013 BMW X6 is available with an option for red leather upholstered seats.

Although the BMW X6’s exterior and interior will be slightly restyled, the BMW X6 will still be available in xDrive35i or xDrive50i models, which both are equipped with BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system.  The BMW X6 xDrive35i is outfitted with a 300-horsepower 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, while the xDrive50i is furnished with a 400-horsepower 4.4-liter V8 engine.

If you are interested in learning more details about the recently updated 2013 BMW X6, please stop by your local Peter Pan BMW dealership.  While we anxiously await the launch of the stylish 2013 BMW X6 sports-activity coupe this spring, we welcome you to browse our current inventory to find your ultimate driving machine.

Tom and Meredith Moloughney participated in the MINI E trial program in 2009 and now they have the opportunity to be a part of the BMW ActiveE trial experience before BMW introduces the BMWi models in 2013.  The Moloughneys are only the beginning because BMW will lease about 700 BMW ActiveE sedans to interested BMW enthusiasts for a two-year period.  In addition, BMW plans to use customer feedback to help improve the BMW i3 before it hits dealership showrooms next year.

The ActiveE concept car is a completely electrically powered BMW that uses lithium-ion batteries to boast an impressive 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet.   When fully charged, these new lithium-ion batteries also provide drivers the opportunity to travel up to 100 miles, so ActiveE drivers can even take small road trips.

If you are interested in being one of the 700 BMW ActiveE Electronauts please contact your local Peter Pan BMW dealership and our friendly staff is happy to provide more details about BMW’s ActiveE leasing program.  And if you are not ready to go green with the ActiveE, then you can still stop by our San Mateo BMW service center.  Drivers of Woodside luxury cars trust our mechanics to provide quality service for their ultimate driving machines.

If you were not able to hop on a quick flight to Detroit to check out the newest lineup of BMW vehicles, then continue reading to find out more about our favorite features on the BMW vehicles from the North American International Auto Show.

2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan

This new sports sedan combines comfort, elegance and performance into the ultimate luxury sedan. Drivers can choose from three different lines for the F30: Sport line, Luxury line or Modern line.  Each different trim level offers a variety of exterior colors, wheels, and interior design and upholstery to match the character of the particular line. In addition, the new 2012 BMW 3 Series sedan can be equipped with the innovative full color heads-up display, which displays the most important information directly into the driver’s field of view.

2013 BMW M5

The powerful and sporty 2013 BMW M5 is outfitted with a 4.4-liter V8 engine, which muscles out 560 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque. Also, BMW recently announced that the powerful engine would be complemented with a 6-speed manual transmission for a smooth and fast driving experience.

If you would like to learn more about the BMW 3 Series sedan or the BMW M5, which were both recently unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show, please visit your local Peter Pan BMW dealership to browse our extensive collection of BMW’s luxury vehicles.

The 135i, 335i and X6 models are originally equipped with a turbocharged 3-liter six cylinder engine that boasts an impressive 300 horsepower.

With the addition of the power kits, the horsepower increases to 320 horsepower and torque increases to 332 pound-feet for a car with an automatic transmission.  One of the most exciting new features with the power kit is the exhaust burble sound, which occurs during engine-overrun conditions. This exhaust burble ensures that drivers of Woodside luxury cars can make their presence known, as they zip down the street in their newly upgraded BMW vehicles.

The first version of the power kit was originally introduced on the 335i BMW Performance Edition model and it includes performance-optimized engine software.  This power kit is now available for all 135i and 335i models and X6 models produced prior to April 2010.

The second version, which is available for all 135i and 335i models, contains the same performance-optimized engine software found in the first version, but adds an auxiliary water cooler and enhanced radiator fan.  Both these additions help to reduce the high thermal stresses to the engine, which often occurs during extreme driving.

Although BMW drivers always want more power, BMW is also conscious about our vehicles’ impact on the environment.  A power kit addition to your current 135i, 335i or X6 car will not affect the vehicle’s original emission certification or the vehicle’s original fuel efficiency ratings.

If you are interested in purchasing a power kit for your BMW vehicle, the kit can be installed at any BMW centers.  BMW is also offering an introductory price on new power kits purchased during 2011. Please contact your local BMW dealer if you have any questions about power kit installation and our friendly staff will be happy to help you upgrade the level of performance on your BMW vehicle.

The 2011 Z4 roadster is a combination of the 2009 Z4 model and the Z3 model, with a long front end and an automatic retractable hard-top convertible.  The Z4 is not just a good-looking car on the outside—its comfortable interior is also stylish with metallic and leather trim.  On the dashboard, there is an optional navigation system, electric parking brake and iDrive controller.

The 2011 BMW Z4 features the newest sDrive35is powertrain model.  This turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine boasts 355 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque.  If you have a need for speed, this zippy powertrain is perfect as it dashes from zero to 60 miles per hour in a mere 4.7 seconds, topping out at 155 miles per hour.

The Z4 will also be offered with six-cylinder engines that have the sDrive30i and the sDrive35i models. The sDrive35i model is the only powertrain model which offers a seven-speed dual clutch unit and paddle shifters mounted on the steering column.  The dual-clutch gearbox provides drivers with the choice between an automatic shift mode or manual mode.  The other powertrain models are offered in both six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions.

Although the Z4’s quick and precise handling is on best display when driving the zany twists and turns on country roads, the Z4’s smooth ride is also perfect for a relaxing drive.

There are also multiple options available to be added to the standard Z4 model, including satellite radio, a USB port and Bluetooth and smartphone integration.  The navigation system, which includes iDrive, is also an elective feature on the 2011 BMW Z4.

If you are interested in learning more about the 2011 BMW Z4, please stop by your local Woodside luxury cars dealership, where our friendly and helpful staff will answer any of your questions and get you behind the wheel of your ideal BMW.

On BMW’s website, ConnectedDrive is described as “technology of tomorrow for the automobiles of today,” and to honor ConnectedDrive’s most recent Plus X awards, your local Woodside luxury cars dealership shares information about three interesting and useful ConnectedDrive features:

Locked Out?

Most of us have been in the situation where we are in a hurry and suddenly we get back to the car and realize that the keys are sitting right there inside the car on the seat.  With BMW Remote Services the driver can call the BMW Call Center, which can remotely unlock or lock the vehicle after the driver’s identity is verified.

When in doubt, Google it

The BMW Online feature allows the driver to perform Google searches on the vehicle’s touchscreen and the results can easily be transferred to the navigation system or the driver’s mobile phone.  For example, a driver can search for the closest theatres and then transfer the address to the navigation system or transfer the theatre’s phone number to the driver’s phone so he or she can call and reserve tickets.

The Future of the Check Engine Light

BMW TeleServices is another innovative BMW ConnectedDrive feature that provides a better driving experience for the driver.  Condition Based Service is an intelligent maintenance system that continuously monitors your BMW’s service needs.  If necessary, your vehicle makes an automatic TeleService call to the your local BMW Service Center, who will then contact you to schedule a convenient appointment for your vehicle’s service needs.

At your BMW dealer, we share in the excitement of BMW’s most recent Plus X awards for the innovative car infotainment system, ConnectedDrive.  Please feel free to stop by your local dealership to see the ConnectedDrive technology at work in your favorite BMW model.

BMW recently launched the EVolve app, which simulates the ownership of an electric vehicle and provides drivers with the unique opportunity to determine whether an electric vehicle could fulfill their driving needs in the future.  Using this app, drivers of Woodside luxury cars can see the advantages and challenges associated with owning an electric vehicle.  The app is available for free on iTunes and will be made compatible for Android phones within the next month.

Your local dealer can assure drivers that the EVolve app is simple and easy to use. The app simulates an electric vehicle with a maximum range of 100 miles when fully charged and its simple interface allows you to start the app when you begin driving each day.  You also have the option to pause their commute by selecting “Park your EV” or the option to replenish the battery by pressing “Get Charged.”

While driving, the app uses the GPS in your phone to determine your position and the miles you have traveled.  The fully charged battery slowly decreases as you continue your commute to simulate the battery range in a BMW electric vehicle.  The app also tracks all of the driving statistics about distance traveled, time spent driving and time spent charging each day and provides a list at the end of each trip for you to better evaluate if an electric vehicle would fit your driving needs.

On the BMW Activate the Future website, the EV dashboard can be used in combination with the EVolve app and can help drivers of Woodside luxury cars compute possible fuel savings if they were to purchase an electric vehicle in the future.  The EV dashboard also illustrates the driver’s impact on the environment in a gas-powered vehicle compared with an electric vehicle.

At your dealer we are aware that an electric vehicle may not suit every driver’s needs, but the new BMW EVolve app can help drivers determine whether an electric vehicle would be a reasonable purchase to match their driving style. The BMW EVolve app also allows users to choose to send the information back to BMW to analyze for further development of BMW electric vehicles, including the BMW ActiveE.

The EVolve app is free so we encourage drivers to try it out to learn more about the practical use of electric vehicles.  And good luck on beating the high score on Angry Birds!