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BMW's Vision Dynamics concept is the shape of things to come

Do you really need the kidney grilles when it's an electric car that doesn't need *any* kind of grille?

Andrew Krok
Cars are Andrew's jam, as is strawberry. After spending years as a regular ol' car fanatic, he started working his way through the echelons of the automotive industry, starting out as social-media director of a small European-focused garage outside of Chicago. From there, he moved to the editorial side, penning several written features in Total 911 Magazine before becoming a full-time auto writer, first for a local Chicago outlet and then for CNET Cars.
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The BMW i Vision Dynamics concept "offers a look ahead" to the near future of its electrified offerings.

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When it comes to production, it'll slot between the i3 and the i8.

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Unique style elements include a blacked-out B-pillar that gives the side windows a look of seamlessness, which is a fun little spin on the "floating roof" trend.

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The windscreen also blends right into the roof, making the car look more glass than steel.

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The headlights are sharp, but the whole rear end is a bit over-sculpted.

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BMW decided to shellac a modified set of its classic kidney "grilles" on the front of the car. 

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The only problem is, electric cars don't really need the same kind of airflow through the front end.

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Hopefully, BMW figures something else out before it comes to production.

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Under the body is a battery-electric drivetrain that provides a range of 373 miles.

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The top speed is over 120 mph, but it'll hit 62 mph in less than 4 seconds, which is rather quick.

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