Future models - BMW - CLEVERFirst look: BMW gets CLEVERFuture car: CLEVER concept could replace C1. BMW reveals a gas-powered three-wheeler that sips just 2.4 litres of fuel per 100km1 May 2006 IT may look a little unorthodox but in today’s world of high fuel prices any vehicle that consumes just 2.4 litres of gas per 100km is worth a second look. That’s the fuel consumption figure BMW has been able to extract from its three-wheel, natural-gas powered micro-concept called CLEVER - Compact Low Emission VEhicle for URban Transport. Although purely a concept at this stage, some reports are suggesting it could replace the C1 motorcycle, which was never sold here but was something of a hit in Europe because of its enclosed rain-proof design. The $US3.9 million CLEVER concept is an enclosed two-seater that BMW claims combines the safety of a microcar with the manoeuverability of a motorcycle. The bike runs on compressed natural gas and its strengthened frame will protect the driver in a crash and the vehicle will have a top speed of about 90km/h. ![]() Fuel consumption is estimated to be 2.4L/100km equivalent to petrol, with 59.5 g/km of CO2 emissions. The compressed natural gas is stored in two removable gas bottles providing a range of 150km. To maintain stability Clever cabin tilts into corners up to 45 degrees, like a motorcycle, while the rear engine remains upright. Apart from BMW, partners in the joint-venture project are the Technical University of Berlin, German Institute for Land and Sea Transport and Cooper-Avon Tyres Ltd in the UK. All future models![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Motor industry news |
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