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03/07/2005 12:07
An artist's impression of what the BMW V5 could look like (Automedia)

Little info is yet available about the upcoming BMW V5, but according to insiders the project has been developed under the working title of Space Functional Concept (SFC).

Some sources say that BMW is in fact developing a whole new V-series of cars, most likely introduced by a V5 or V6 model, and followed by a more compact V3 later.

Earlier this year Mercedes introduced the R-Class, which offers three rows of seats.

It is expected that the BMW V5 would be as spacious as the R-Class and of course a showcase of innovative gizmos too.

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