LCI V8 vs. MY07 V8
03-01-2007, 08:46 AM
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I noticed in a recent post on the engine comparisons in the LCI (08) vs. the MY07 that although the same 360 hp V8 engine remains in the LCI, that the 0-60 time is faster and the engine consumes less gas.
I am wondering if this is achieved through a software tweak, or is some hardware being modified.
I want to apply this , if possible to my 07 550i.
Anyone have information on this MY08 improvement?
I am wondering if this is achieved through a software tweak, or is some hardware being modified.
I want to apply this , if possible to my 07 550i.
Anyone have information on this MY08 improvement?
03-01-2007, 09:11 AM
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They're getting better mpg due to the energy regeneration technology. The alternator doesn't need to work when there is enough battery reserve = bit more power on tap and nice fuel consumption.
No progman on this one nor will the hardware be retrofittable within any reason.
It's just amazing lookin at those figures...
No progman on this one nor will the hardware be retrofittable within any reason.
It's just amazing lookin at those figures...
03-01-2007, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Veight' post='397186' date='Mar 1 2007, 11:46 AM
I noticed in a recent post on the engine comparisons in the LCI (08) vs. the MY07 that although the same 360 hp V8 engine remains in the LCI, that the 0-60 time is faster and the engine consumes less gas.
Thanks,
Lou
03-01-2007, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by BMWSTL' post='397219' date='Mar 1 2007, 03:13 PM
I can't find the post or any reference to those numbers. Could you either post that link or post the mileage and 0-60 numbers you saw?
Thanks,
Lou
Thanks,
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Yes see page 30 of this document
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?act=attach...st&id=37794
03-01-2007, 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by andy545' post='397196' date='Mar 1 2007, 10:11 AM
They're getting better mpg due to the energy regeneration technology. The alternator doesn't need to work when there is enough battery reserve = bit more power on tap and nice fuel consumption.
No progman on this one nor will the hardware be retrofittable within any reason.
It's just amazing lookin at those figures...
No progman on this one nor will the hardware be retrofittable within any reason.
It's just amazing lookin at those figures...
Vinman
03-01-2007, 11:26 AM
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
550i Pre-LCI......... LCI +/- %
CO2 267............... 260...... -7 -2.62%
Urban 17.2 ............17.0..... -0.2 -1.16%
Extra-urban 35.3 ...37.2 .....+1.9 +5.38%
Combined 25.4 ......25.9 .....+0.5 +1.97%
0-62mph 5.5 ..........5.2 .......-0.3 -5.45%
550i Auto Pre-LCI ...LCI +/- %
CO2 260 .................246 .....-14 -5.38%
Urban 17.8 .............18.2 .....+0.4 +2.25%
Extra-urban 36.2 .....39.2 .....+3.0 +8.29%
Combined 26.2 ........27.4 .....+1.2 +4.58%
0-62mph 5.6 ............5.3 ......-0.3 -5.36%
Sorry for the mess...
CO2 267............... 260...... -7 -2.62%
Urban 17.2 ............17.0..... -0.2 -1.16%
Extra-urban 35.3 ...37.2 .....+1.9 +5.38%
Combined 25.4 ......25.9 .....+0.5 +1.97%
0-62mph 5.5 ..........5.2 .......-0.3 -5.45%
550i Auto Pre-LCI ...LCI +/- %
CO2 260 .................246 .....-14 -5.38%
Urban 17.8 .............18.2 .....+0.4 +2.25%
Extra-urban 36.2 .....39.2 .....+3.0 +8.29%
Combined 26.2 ........27.4 .....+1.2 +4.58%
0-62mph 5.6 ............5.3 ......-0.3 -5.36%
Sorry for the mess...
03-01-2007, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Vinman' post='397247' date='Mar 1 2007, 09:19 PM
andy545 tell me some more about the LCI 550 not having progman. Is there a newer central computer control system, or some other new technology in the LCI models. Are you talking about Flex-ray??
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The regeneration tecnology along with the new transmission gets the improved results in the LCI.
03-01-2007, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Veight' post='397232' date='Mar 1 2007, 01:42 PM
I am also interested in the mileage and 0-60 numbers for the 535i. Hopefully those will be out soon.
Lou