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BMW Corporate Programs are exclusive pricing and service programs offered by Passport BMW. As a BMW Group Corporate Partner, you can take advantage of the BMW Group Corporate Fleet Program. You and your company will benefit from some of the most progressive corporate partnership program discounts in the market today. Our Corporate Program is specifically crafted for you. We value your time. We value your hard work. We will provide you with a premium service. AN INCENTIVE THAT WILL GO A LONG WAY. Your company has partnered with BMW of North America, LLC to offer a "Special Incentive" for any new BMW model! You may utilize either the BMW Lease or Loan Program to purchase your new vehicle, or you may use other sources of funds for your purchase. This program is offered nationwide through your company's partnership with BMW of North America, LLC., so if you ever thought of motoring around in a BMW, please click the links below or visit Passport BMW to find out how easy it is to purchase a new BMW. The Corporate Sales Incentive can be also combined with most Retail Support Programs in place at the time of purchase.  If you are planning to lease your vehicle through BMW Financial Services, remember to ask us for the applicable Lease Rate Reduction. HOW TO GET STARTED: • In order to receive your Corporate Sales Incentive, download the Customer Information Form (CIF) from your benefits website.  If you have difficulty finding this form, contact us at 301-423-2700. • Come in and present your Passport BMW Motoring Advisor with your completed Customer Information Form (CIF) and select your vehicle. (You can search online before you come in and find one in-stock that's just right for you!) It's that easy! If you are not enrolled, or have questions about your company, contact us here about the Corporate Partnership Program. Or give us a call at 301-423-2700.

Discover the BMW 5 Series. The seventh generation is equipped with the latest assistance systems, an unmatched degree of connectivity and a new and innovative operating system. It also takes another step towards automated driving with extended functions for the optional Active Cruise Control (ACC) system and Steering and Lane keeping assistant. From rest to 210 km/h (130 mph), the car can relieve the driver of acceleration, braking and steering duties, as desired. The optional Remote Parking system allows the BMW 5 Series Sedan to be maneuvered into even the tightest parking spaces remotely using the car key. In top specification, the all-new BMW 5 Series displays navigation, telephone and entertainment features, plus vehicle functions, on a high-resolution 10.25-inch screen. The system can be operated using the iDrive Controller, by voice command or gestures, or by touching the display controls directly, as the driver wishes. All the engines in the 5 Series Sedan line-up belong to the newly developed, modular BMW EfficientDynamics family of power units.

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Every adventure has a beginning. You can get a first glimpse of an all-new BMW car that is about to come. A car that can bring you to the most beautiful landscapes. Like the one shown in the film: the winter landscape of Sweden. Stay tuned.

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BMW will showcase its latest model line-up featuring the BMW iPerformance family of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles at the 2017 New York International Auto Show taking place at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (located at 655 West 34th Street (at 11th Avenue), Manhattan. English-, German- and Spanish-speaking BMW representatives will be available for interviews on press days, Wednesday, April 12 and Thursday, April 13 at the BMW Stand. BMW iPerformance, BMW’s plug-in hybrid models, apply eDrive technology from BMW i (BMW’s brand that emphasizes sustainability in visionary vehicle concepts and technologies) to the BMW core brand via the technical expertise regarding electric motors, battery cells, and electronic control systems. BMW iPerformance vehicles that will be displayed throughout the New York International Auto Show include the BMW 530e iPerformance, BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance, BMW 330e iPerformance, and BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance. Additional featured vehicles include the BMW M550i xDrive and BMW M760i xDrive, amongst the latest BMW . Featured Vehicles Fresh off its world debut in Detroit, the new BMW 530e iPerformance is the latest addition to BMW’s growing family of plug-in hybrid iPerformance vehicles. The BMW 530e iPerformance combines BMW eDrive electric drive concept and a 4-cylinder gasoline engine to achieve 248 hp providing 310 lb-ft of torque and a 0-60 time in 6.1 seconds. Purely electric driving for the BMW 530e iPerformance is possible for up to 15 miles. The BMW 530e iPerformance combines improved performance elements and enhanced design components of the BMW 5 Series with the most advanced personal driver connectivity features available including optional Gesture Control, the latest generation Head-Up Display, Remote 3D View, improved Voice Control, as well as optional Remote Control Parking and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, the next step towards semi-automated driving. The 2018 BMW 530e iPerformance will be available in U.S. showrooms in spring 2017 starting at $51,400 and the BMW 530e xDrive iPerformance for $53,700. BMW 530e iPerformance Press Kit. The BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance, BMW’s flagship plug-in hybrid model, presents the comfort of the BMW 7 Series with the virtues of electric, locally emission-free mobility. The BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance gets its eDrive powertrain technology from a 2.0 liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic transmission generating a combined system output of 322 hp. A total of 14 miles in all-electric mode with a top speed of 87 mph can be achieved as well as a combined fuel economy of 64 MPGe. Core features include the BMW EfficientLightweight concept, allowing for significant weight reduction in comparison to its predecessor. Groundbreaking BMW Carbon Core passenger cell technology is the key element on the body structure by the extensive use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) and the strategic application of the lightweight design to reduce weight and increase both the overall torsional strength and bending stiffness. The 2018 BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance is available in U.S. showrooms starting at $90,700 plus Destination and Handling. BMW 740e iPerformance Press Kit. The BMW 330e iPerformance adds a plug-in hybrid drive system to the world’s most successful premium model, the BMW 3 Series. The innovative use of an electric motor with the BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder engine, which has won the International Engine of the Year Award twice to date, results in a total system output of 248 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The BMW 330e iPerformance accelerates from 0-60 mph in 5.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 140 mph. Pure-electric driving is possible at speeds up to 75 mph with a range of approximately 14 miles as well as a combined fuel economy of 71 MPGe. The 2017 BMW 330e iPerformance is in U.S. showrooms for $44,100 plus Destination and Handling. BMW 330e iPerformance Press Kit. The BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance, the company’s first plug-in hybrid, combines the 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery, integrated into its 8-speed automatic transmission. The BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance can travel approximately 14 miles on pure electric propulsion, powered by a lithium-ion battery, ideally suited for short commutes and quick trips around town yielding an impressive 56 MPGe combined, the gasoline engine and electric motor put out 308 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, enough to propel the X5 xDrive40e from 0-60mph in just 6.5 seconds. This Sports Activity Vehicle features xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system, for optimal stability and traction under all road conditions. The 2017 BMW X5 xDrive40e is available in U.S. showrooms for $63,200 plus Destination and Handling. BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance Press Kit. Joining the BMW 530e iPerformance are the BMW 540i xDrive and BMW M550i xDrive. The BMW 5 Series was developed using magnesium, aluminum, and high-strength steel and can be up to 137 pounds lighter than its predecessor. The 2018 BMW 540i xDrive is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine that yields 335 hp (35 hp more than its predecessor), 332 lb-ft of torque, a top speed of 155 mph, and accelerates from 0-60 in just 4.7 seconds. The 2018 BMW M550i xDrive is the latest example of the unique blend of luxury and ultra-high performance that is unique to the BMW brand. The BMW M550i xDrive runs on an 8-cylinder gasoline engine and uses an 8-speed Steptronic transmission, producing 456 hp, 480 lb-ft of torque, and achieves 0-60 in under 4 seconds making it the fastest BMW 5 Series to date. The all-new BMW 5 Series is available in U.S. showrooms with a MSRP of $51,200 for the 530i, $53,500 for the 530i xDrive, $56,450 for the 540i, and $58.750 for the 540i xDrive, plus $995 Destination and Handling. The BMW M550i xDrive model will be available this spring starting at $72,100 plus $995 Destination and Handling. BMW 5 Series Press Kit. The 2018 BMW M760i xDrive integrates the first 12-cylinder gasoline engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, resulting in a blend of performance, efficiency and comfort. Equipped with 601 hp and peak torque of 590 lb-ft, this luxury sedan accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 mph. The 2017 BMW M760i xDrive is available with the same advanced driving assistance technologies for acute stability and handling as the renowned BMW 7 Series model range, including: Active Driving Assistance Plus, Lane Departure Warning, Daytime Pedestrian Protection, Blind Spot Detection, Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance , Rear Collision Warning, Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation, and Traffic Jam Assistant, as well as the BMW iDrive system featuring Gesture Control. The BMW M760i xDrive is available in U.S. showrooms with a MSRP of $153,800 plus Destination and Handling.

BMW of North America, LLC is announcing its annual Center of Excellence honors. We are pleased to award these 33 dealers as 2017 Center of Excellence winners. Excellent business performance and intense focus on customer service are what keep BMW of North America one of the most successful automotive companies in the U.S. The dealers are measured against their peers on 12 Key Performance Indicators which include, Customer Orientation, Aftersales and Sales data. The data is then calculated to award the top 33 of the 342 BMW dealers based on their 2016 performance. Passport BMW of Suitland, MD has earned this distinction for 2017 by demonstrating consistently superior performance, with a combination of sales leadership and customer satisfaction that placed them at the very top among BMW dealers. “I congratulate these 2017 Center of Excellence winners for their outstanding achievement,” said Ludwig Willisch, Head of BMW Group Region Americas. “Many on the list have earned COE honors in multiple years. The Center Of Excellence achievement is proof that these dealerships know how to delight their customers.”

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The BMW M2 received AUTOMOBILE Magazine’s All-Stars award at Amelia Island Concours d ’Elegance. Putting the first ever BMW M2 on the twisty roads of Mount Charleston and the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the latest BMW M model was chosen as a 2017 All-Star winner for its outstanding driving dynamics and agility that combine to deliver an extraordinary driving experience. The first-ever BMW M2. Judges praised the newest member of the BMW M portfolio family for its agility, precise steering and thrilling engine after extensive road tests and on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. BMW M GmbH engineers were eager to satisfy the high expectations of sporty drivers who like to push the limits on the track. The BMW M2 comes with the latest generation of the trailblazing M TwinPower Turbo technology engine delivering an output of 365 hp at 6,500 rpm, maximum revs of 7,000 rpm and peak torque of 369 lb-ft from 1,450 – 4,750 rpm (overboost), the 3.0-liter 6-cylinder inline engine sends out a clear message to the high-performance sports car segment. The electronically controlled multi-plate limited-slip Active M Differential optimizes traction and maximizes directional stability and together with the lightweight aluminum front and rear axles with M Compound brakes ensure the dynamic talent of this award winning BMW M model. The first ever BMW M2 utilizes four decades of high performance in its DNA, delivering a perfectly tuned chassis with precise steering response and a high power-to-weight ratio embodying the epos of the Ultimate Driving Machine. The 2017 AUTOMOBILE All-Star Award. All-Star contenders are chosen by AUTOMOBILE from a diverse mix of models new to the U.S. market, revised or as a new variant. During 2016, 23 vehicles were selected for testing with 6 models winning the All-Star title. To learn more about AUTOMOBILE’s annual All-Stars awards and view photo galleries, videos, and much more, please visit the event hub at automobilemag.com/awards

Lease the 2017 BMW X1 xDrive28 i for $359 per month for 36 months. Click here for our current inventory. Lease financing available on new 2017 BMW X1 xDrive28i models, from participating BMW Centers through BMW Financial Services through March 31, 2017, to eligible, qualified customers with excellent credit history who meet BMW Financial Services' credit requirements. Monthly lease payments of $359 per month for 36 months is based on an adjusted capitalized cost of $33,226 (MSRP of $37,945, less $3,000 customer down, $0 security deposit and suggested dealer contribution). Actual MSRP may vary. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Cash due at signing includes $3,000 down payment, $359 first month's payment, $925 acquisition fee and $0 security deposit. Lessee responsible for insurance during the lease term and excess wear and tear as defined in the lease contract, $0.25/mile over mileage allowance pursuant to the lease contract, and a disposition fee of $350 at lease end. Not all customers will qualify for security deposit waiver. Tax, title, license and registration fees are additional fees due at signing. Advertised payment does not include applicable taxes. Purchase option at lease end, excluding tax, title and government fees, is $23,146. Offer and rebates are valid through March 31, 2017 and may be combined with other offers unless otherwise stated. Expires 03/31/2017

BMW invented something entirely new: the Sports Activity Vehicle®. By fusing ample space with dynamic power and sleek design, each SAV® delivers the thrills of a BMW. And along with the unique Sports Activity Coupe®, there truly is an X perfect for every adventure. Click here for more info.

When you finance your BMW through BMW Financial Services, you benefit from the fact that we love BMWs as much as you do. We know how well BMWs hold their value and how much fun they are to drive. Decide on your dream BMW and let us provide flexible financing to help you drive it home. We offer options for loan customization, low competitive rates, no down payment (subject to credit approval), terms up to 60 months, and our OwnersChoice program featuring low monthly payments for new and Certified Pre-Owned BMWs. BMW Financial Services is designed to meet the expectations of BMW drivers, and that's why you'll find our performance matches the vehicles we finance. Ownership When you finance your new BMW, your name goes on the title and when the loan period ends, you become the owner. You can sell your BMW or trade it in at any time. You can even trade it for a leased BMW, using the value of the vehicle to reduce your monthly payments. High resale value You will usually find the resale value is still quite high at the end of your finance period, which makes it especially valuable as a trade-in on a new BMW.