What do the three letters of BMW stand for?
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Pronounced with an authentic German-English accent, "BMW" is articulated as "Bee-Ehm-Wie". "BMW" is the acronym for the German phrase "Bayerische Motoren Werke AG", which translates to "Bavarian Motor Works" in English. Thirty years ago, "BMW" was referred to as "Bayer" by the Chinese, a direct transliteration of the German word. BMW does not produce SUVs; instead, it has redefined its own vehicle categories, namely the SAV and SAC models. SAV stands for "Sport Activity Vehicle", signifying a "high-performance sports utility vehicle" that combines the off-road capability and spacious practicality of an SUV with the dynamic handling of a coupe and the luxurious feel of a sedan. Models in this category include the X1, X3, X5, and X7. SAC, or "Sport Activity Coupe", refers to a "high-performance versatile coupe" that retains the characteristics of BMW's X-family SAVs while incorporating the sleek lines of a coupe, emphasizing the vehicle's sense of speed. Models in this category include the X2, X4, and X6. C = Coupe, as seen in early models like the 318Ci, typically a two-seater; d = Diesel models, such as the 330d and 550d; e = Plug-in hybrid models, such as the 530Le and 740Le; i = Injection, usually indicating gasoline models, such as the 320i, 535i, and 740i; L = Long wheelbase, referring to extended wheelbase models, such as the 320Li, 528Li, and 760Li. Here, L and i are separate indicators with distinct meanings; X = Early BMW four-wheel-drive models, such as the 325Xi and 530Xi, now represented by xDrive for intelligent all-wheel-drive systems; M = When appearing at the end, signifies that the model is equipped with the M Sport package, which not only enhances the vehicle's sporty appearance but also improves aerodynamic performance.
