Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Filling That Niche: BMW to Produce 5 Series-Based Progressive Activity Sedan



BMW has given the greenlight to its Progressive Activity Sedan (PAS), Autocar reports today. The four-door hatch will apparently slot in-between the 5 Series and 7 Series in terms of size and will act as a tall 7 Series, opposed to a lowered X6.

The lifted hatchback layout should offer multiple packaging opportunities, as more interior space equates to more leg and cargo room. Exterior design cues are likely to follow the form of the recently-canned CS concept and 2009 Z4. Powertrain options should range from the 3.0-liter turbodiesel for European markets and the 3.0-liter twin turbo for the states.
Expect an official unveil sometime in late 2009, possibly as early as the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show next September. - http://www.motortrend.com

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