Just before the grand opening of the largest motor show of the year that takes place in Frankfurt from September 13 to 25, AC Schnitzer released details on its comprehensive tuning package for the smallest member of the BMW M family.
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For starters, AC Schnitzer has upped the performance on the 2.0-liter diesel-powered xDrive20d from 184-horses to 218HP, while the company is also working on a kit for the xDrive30d as well as the 6-cylinder 2.8i and 3.5i petrol models, which will be released later this year.
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AC Schnitzer says the Eagle beat several thoroughbred sports cars such as the Ferrari California (1:13,5 minutes) and the Porsche 911 Turbo (1:14,6 minutes), and was left behind only by specially tuned or hardcore models like the KTM X-Bow and the BMW M3 Kompressor.
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Developed as an eco-friendly sports car that adapts to AC Schnitzer's new motto "Efficient Performance", the 99d gets its name from its CO2 emission levels and the diesel powerplant housed under its hood.
The German firm's engineers started with the 2.0-liter four-pot found on the 520d, raising output to 218 hp, and continued with the more noble 525d, which has a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. In this case peak output was boosted to 245 hp, same as the stock 530d. After AC Schnitzer's tune, the latter is now rated at 286 hp, while the range-topping 535d churns out an impressive 360 hp.
We're pretty sure that it won't be long before AC Schnitzer launches a full tuning program for the new 5er with styling parts and mechanical upgrades, but until then, skip the jump to check out the photo gallery.
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The main event of the German company's tune are the new upgrades for the X1's diesel powerplants. With these kits, output of the xDrive23d's 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged unit raises from 204HP to 240HP; the "s" and xDrive20d's 2.0-liter turbo from 177HP to 210HP and the "s" and xDrive18d's 2.0-liter turbo from 143HP to 171HP.
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After the recent unveiling of the facelifted BMW 3-Series Sedan and Touring, AC Schnizter's design team went back to the draw board to create a new aero package for both variants of the German firm's best selling model. Schnizter's cosmetic kit consists of a new front bumper with a lip spoiler, side sills, a new rear bumper with an integrated diffuser, a tailgate spoiler for the sedan, a roof spoiler (Sedan and Touring and of course, new alloy wheels.
We don't know what's more laughable; the BMW X6 Falcon itself or AC Schnitzer's official press release that attempts to make some sort of connection between the vehicle and the predatory bird... Either way, the German tuner seems to have lost contact with reality and taste. Now that we've probably offended more or less 0.2% of our readers that found the BMW X6 Falcon extremely sensual, let's see AC Schnitzer's proposal in detail. Aside from the two-tone paint job, the Falcon features a wide bodykit and 22-inch alloys available in black or silver finish. -ContinuedAC Schnizter package also includes a sport suspension kit as well as power upgrades for the X5 30d and 35d. By tuning the ECU the German firm has managed to boost performance on both six-cylinder diesel models, with the 30d developing an additional 35HP for a total of 272HP and the 35d 310HP instead of 286HP.
PRESS RELEASE: AC Schnitzer Presents New Addition to Falcon Territory
Falcons are becoming increasingly common in town. Now a particularly imposing variant of the agile predator is conquering the road valleys with its broad wings: the Falcon based on the X6 by AC Schnitzer.
It follows the styling features of the X5 version of the same name, already successfully launched. Other identifying marks are the striking wing extensions of PU-RIM, a high quality plastic which is far more flexible and robust than for example GRP laminate or deep-drawn materials such as ABS. The dimensions of the X6 in the attractive lengthways format are 70 mm wider at the front axle and 80 mm wider at the rear.
In other respects too the Falcon is perfectly adapted to its habitat. Instead of sweeping through the sky, it swept around the North Loop of the Nürburgring in numerous laps until the chassis developers and Engineering Director Manfred Wollgarten were totally satisfied with the setup of the new AC Schnitzer springs.
Now the X6 remains firmly on the ground even at speeds which a normal falcon only achieves in a nosedive. And of course, on every corner. Downforce instead of lift, was the motto in the design of the impressive plumage, styled by Chief Designer Michele Viandante.
The aerodynamics package includes a front skirt with diagonal air inlets, and repositioned fog lamps. The submarining protection has been removed in favour of a dynamically contoured spoiler edge. The Falcon rear now wears a solid skirt with edge frame. In contrast to the original, all components are painted in body colour throughout, so that the body appears drawn further down and hence more dominant.
Instead of the submarining protection also originally fitted here, AC Schnitzer has opted for a rear diffuser and completed the effect with a new rear spoiler. While birds generally sing in high keys, the bass engine note of the Falcon is more suggestive of a big cat.
The twin-flow exhaust system in AC Schnitzer Racing Design however has an excellent resonance section. A lot of noise about nothing? On the contrary: thanks to the Control Unit, AC Schnitzer takes the series diesel engines, already excellent as standard, of types 30d and 35d to 200 kW / 272 HP instead of 173 kW / 235 HP, and 228 kW / 310 HP instead of 210 kW / 286 HP respectively.
Perfect handling with corresponding Look and Feel is achieved with the "EVO" 3-spoke sports airbag steering wheel. Instead of the falconer's rings, the "legs" of the Falcon are decorated with the multipiece AC Schnitzer alloy wheels Type Vll. With black or silver paint and a dense sequence of spokes, the 22" rim perfectly complements the challenging appearance. The alternating spread angle of the web pairs gives a refined look. Decorated and equipped in this way, the AC Schnitzer Falcon really has no natural enemies out there.
For those who are not sure whether they prefer BMW’s official M-Pack aero kit or AC Schnizter’s bodykit for the 1-Series Coupe or Cabriolet models, the German tuner has came up with a solution to combine both packages. To be used on models equipped with the M-Pack, AC Schnizter’s second bodykit for the BMW 1-Series Coupe and Cabriolet models adds a front lip spoiler and a more dominant rear bumper insert. The sport kit is complemented by the sport exhaust system with chromed tailpipes and a set of 19-inch alloy wheels. -ContinuedBuyers can also opt for a series of mechanical upgrades including a sport suspension spring kit and a performance kit that raises the 135i’s output from 306 to 360 HP, the 120d’s from 177 to 210 HP and the 123d’s from 204 to 240 HP.
With 420 HP under its hood, the new M3 Cabriolet is no sloucher. That’s the reason why AC Schnitzer decided -for the time being at least- to concentrate its efforts in improving the M3 Cabriolet’s handling and appearance. Apart from the new suspension settings, the Aachen-based tuner’s sport package for the M3 Cabriolet also includes a new 8-pot high performance braking system. In terms of looks, AC Schnitzer offers a full bodykit that consists of a new front skirt underlined by the carbon spoiler lip with optional aluminum braces, bonnet vents, moulded side skirts, a carbon rear diffuser that incorporates new chrome tailpipes and of course, oversized 20-inch alloy wheels. -Image gallery after the jumpVia: Worldcarfans , Source: AC Schnitzer
If we are to believe AC Schnitzer, then the Aachen-based tuner’s new wide-bodykit for the BMW X5 was inspired from a falcon. Last time we checked though, falcons actually look like prey birds and not like overstuffed chickens but we guess everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Leaving our personal sense of aesthetics aside, the AC Schnitzer’s Falcon widening kit includes front and rear bumper spoilers, side skirts, fender flairs, a roof spoiler and two triangular air intakes on the bonnet which are complemented by 22-inch alloy wheels and a set of chromed tailpipes. -ContinuedThe German tuner also offers sport suspension upgrades and a power kit for the BMW X5's 3.0-liter turbo diesel engine which raises output from the standard 286 HP to 310 HP. Maximum torque is also increased from 580 to 680 Nm.
