Hendrick Motors BMW is excited to show customers the all-new 2012 BMW X5, now available at its Hickory BMW dealership.

Hickory, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/19/2011 -- The BMW X5 is a top choice in the luxury crossover SUV segment. For 2012 the SUV offers athletic handling, a luxurious and comfortable interior, and a huge list of features. Hendrick Motors BMW, located in Hickory, carries a great selection of the new 2012 BMW X5.

The X5 offers modern conveniences that auto consumers have come to expect in a BMW. The SUV is available in a variety of trim levels and offers a choice of powerful engines. From the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 to the twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, every 2012 BMW X5 features plenty of power and performance.

Inside the cabin is an elegant layout filled with a multitude of standard features. More features are standard for the 2012, most notably the xDrive50i now comes equipped with the navigation system. In addition, solid construction and high-quality materials are found throughout the vehicle.

Safety is also a priority, with standard features including antilock brakes, stability control, brake drying and standby features, a rollover sensor, BMW Assist emergency telematics, active front head restraints, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. The SUV received the highest rating of "Good" from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in frontal-offset and side-impact crash tests.

To learn more about the 2012 BMW X5 or to test drive the new SUV, visit Hendrick Motors BMW in Hickory. Or, visit the BMW dealership online at http://hendrickmotorsbmw.com/.

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Hendrick Motors BMW, a BMW dealer located in Hickory, is pleased to show customers the benefits of BMW safety technologies.

Hickory, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/19/2011 -- Vehicle safety is a top priority of BMW. The automaker is dedicated to adding new technologies to its vehicles to help keep passengers safe. With technology to protect occupants, avoid accidents, and in the case of a crash alert the authorities, BMW models have been Top Safety Picks for years. Hendrick Motors BMW is pleased to inform customers about safety technologies available in BMW vehicles.

Electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, and roll stability are just a few of the safety features that come standard on all 2012 BMW models. Electronic stability control helps detect and minimize skids, anti-lock brakes help prevent skidding in the case of a sudden braking and roll stability minimizes the possibility of a rollover on crossover and SUV models.

Protecting occupants is BMW's number one priority. New BMW vehicles feature standard side air bags which include front and second-row head curtain air bags and front seat-mounted torso air bags. In case of an imminent rollover, side curtain airbags deploy prior to the rollover to help keep passengers safe.

BMW Assist is BMW's solution to alerting emergency crews if an accident occurs. BMW Assist utilizes advanced technology to bring the attention of a response specialist to the occupant's aid. To determine the vehicle's location, the technology combines an integrated wireless phone for communication and a GPS satellite receiver.

These are just a few of BMW's numerous safety technologies available to help keep BMW drivers and passengers safe. The staff at the Hickory BMW dealership is committed to keeping drivers safe and is proud to inform customers all the benefits of BMW's innovative technology. To learn more about BMW vehicles, visit the Hendrick Motors BMW online at http://hendrickmotorsbmw.com/.

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