Here's another highlight of the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), the Active Hybrid 3.
Seen here in Modern Line configuration, the Active Hybrid 3 combines BMW's smooth 3.0l N55 inline 6 and an electric motor for a maximun output of
335hp and
450Nm. It does 0-62mph in less than 5.9 seconds and returns 37 miles to the gallon. To further improve mpg there's also an intelligent navigation system to optimize your routes for a hybrid. Unlike other hybrids the Actibe Hybrid 3 doesn't compromise boot capacity too much (390 liters).
There's no word on pricing yet, but if the just-announced pricing for the Active Hybrid 5 is any hint we'd expect it to be in the ballpark of $ 50,000. The Active Hybrid 3 will be available in Fall 2012.