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Borgward has used the company’s academy of engineering ceremony to unveil the new BX6 and BXi7. Starting with the BX6, the model is a compact crossover coupe which is designed to appeal to younger customers thanks to its “personalized look and aerodynamic optimization.” The draws inspiration from the BMW X4 and it features a prominent grille that is flanked by slender headlights and LED daytime running lights. Moving further back, we can see plastic body cladding, a dual exhaust system and a coupe-like design which isn’t very flattering. The interior is another story as the model comes nicely equipped with a sport steering wheel, leather seats and wood trim. Other highlights include a 10-way power driver’s seat, a push button ignition and a dual-zone automatic climate control system. Drivers will also find an infotainment system with an eight-inch display. Power is provided by a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that produces 221 hp (165 kW / 224 PS) and 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) of t...

After showcasing the BX7 SUV at the 2015 IAA in Frankfurt, Borgward is back with two  new propositions  for the booming mid-size SUV segment.  Yes, the SUV/Crossover market is about to get bigger thanks to the car maker’s plans to expand its line-up with two new interesting models, presented in pre-production form at Geneva: The Projekt BX6 TS and the BX5. As their names hint, these two models would sit below  the bigger BX7 . Described as a “prototype approaching the series-production stage”, the (red) BX5 features equipment based largely on mass-production technology as well as plug-in-hybrid drive system composed of an internal combustion engine and electric motor (developing a total output of 258 hp). Unlike its bigger sibling, the BX5 has a more dynamic, chiseled look, in spite of measuring 4,483 mm in length, 1,876 mm in width and 1,677 mm in height. Its overall design and style is somewhat reminiscent of Mazda’s CX-5 model, but it remains an interesting pro...