BMW are honoured with a host of environmental awards
BMW 118d voted 'World Green Car of the Year'
At the New York International Auto Show 2008 the BMW 118d was announced as the 'World Green Car of the Year'. The judges were particularly impressed by the way that BMW EfficientDynamics achieves excellent fuel efficiency without sacrificing driver enjoyment.
But this is not the first time that the green credentials and dynamic drive of the BMW 118d has been recognised. In May 2007, AUTOCAR billed the BMW 1 Series Sports Hatch: “As green as a Prius – and a lot more fun”.
The BMW 118d achieves an impressive 62.8 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of 119 g/km, while Vehicle Excise Duty is just £35 per year. Moreover, the 118d does not suffer from reduced power or performance as a result.
As AUTOCAR says, “the dynamic element of the equation stems from BMW’s desire to ensure that its quest for environmentally-friendlier cars does not compromise our driving enjoyment." Both the 118d 3-door and 5-door Sport Hatch show impressive performance figures, reaching 62 mph in 8.9 seconds, with a top speed of 130 mph. Near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution and rear-wheel drive, both BMW hallmarks, contribute to the smooth, dynamic drive and responsive handling.
This is the car for drivers who want to have fun and stay in control. As AUTOCAR concludes, the BMW 118d really is a case of “gain without pain”.
Green Award
BMW has been honoured with the 'Green award' by CAR magazine in its annual Car of the Year awards. Beating competition from other manufacturers including those with hybrid models, BMW received top honours for its EfficientDynamics programme because its 'green measures are simple, widespread and hugely beneficial'.
The announcement came at the same time as the powerplant from the BMW M3 Coupé, a car that also uses EfficientDynamics technology, scooped 'Engine of the Year' in the CAR magazine awards.
WhatCar? magazine has also commended BMW's EfficientDynamics programme. The publication’s end of year roundup entitled 'Green Heroes' looked at 45 'planet saving cars' you can buy today. Between BMW and MINI, the firm's products were the best buy choice for six models and a recommended choice with four more models. By comparison no other premium manufacturer came close in terms of offering a wide range of economical, low emissions vehicles.
Green Steering Award
EfficientDynamics has also helped BMW win awards outside of the UK. The first ever 'Green Steering Wheel' award for environmental excellence in the automotive industry was presented to BMW by Bild am Sonntag, Germany's best-selling newspaper. The award comes after BMW also won environmental awards from Austrian motoring organisation ARBÖ and AutoScout24, Europe's biggest online car market.
To find out more about the BMW range or to arrange a test drive in one of our Green cars such as the BMW 118d please call a member of the Sales Team at Cooper Croydon on 0845 601 8063.
At the New York International Auto Show 2008 the BMW 118d was announced as the 'World Green Car of the Year'. The judges were particularly impressed by the way that BMW EfficientDynamics achieves excellent fuel efficiency without sacrificing driver enjoyment.
But this is not the first time that the green credentials and dynamic drive of the BMW 118d has been recognised. In May 2007, AUTOCAR billed the BMW 1 Series Sports Hatch: “As green as a Prius – and a lot more fun”.
The BMW 118d achieves an impressive 62.8 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of 119 g/km, while Vehicle Excise Duty is just £35 per year. Moreover, the 118d does not suffer from reduced power or performance as a result.
As AUTOCAR says, “the dynamic element of the equation stems from BMW’s desire to ensure that its quest for environmentally-friendlier cars does not compromise our driving enjoyment." Both the 118d 3-door and 5-door Sport Hatch show impressive performance figures, reaching 62 mph in 8.9 seconds, with a top speed of 130 mph. Near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution and rear-wheel drive, both BMW hallmarks, contribute to the smooth, dynamic drive and responsive handling.
This is the car for drivers who want to have fun and stay in control. As AUTOCAR concludes, the BMW 118d really is a case of “gain without pain”.
Green Award
BMW has been honoured with the 'Green award' by CAR magazine in its annual Car of the Year awards. Beating competition from other manufacturers including those with hybrid models, BMW received top honours for its EfficientDynamics programme because its 'green measures are simple, widespread and hugely beneficial'.
The announcement came at the same time as the powerplant from the BMW M3 Coupé, a car that also uses EfficientDynamics technology, scooped 'Engine of the Year' in the CAR magazine awards.
WhatCar? magazine has also commended BMW's EfficientDynamics programme. The publication’s end of year roundup entitled 'Green Heroes' looked at 45 'planet saving cars' you can buy today. Between BMW and MINI, the firm's products were the best buy choice for six models and a recommended choice with four more models. By comparison no other premium manufacturer came close in terms of offering a wide range of economical, low emissions vehicles.
Green Steering Award
EfficientDynamics has also helped BMW win awards outside of the UK. The first ever 'Green Steering Wheel' award for environmental excellence in the automotive industry was presented to BMW by Bild am Sonntag, Germany's best-selling newspaper. The award comes after BMW also won environmental awards from Austrian motoring organisation ARBÖ and AutoScout24, Europe's biggest online car market.
To find out more about the BMW range or to arrange a test drive in one of our Green cars such as the BMW 118d please call a member of the Sales Team at Cooper Croydon on 0845 601 8063.
