BMW has confirmed that it will launch its much-anticipated ‘Progressive Activity Sedan’ (PAS), pegged to be a 5-series GT hatchback and billed by sources as “one of the bravest designs ever signed off by BMW.”

The PAS will be based on the current large rear-drive platform, and sources claim that it will be shorter than a 7-series but longer than a 5-series. This allows a longer wheelbase similar to that of a 7-series. Although there have been no confirmed technical specs, US models are expected to have 3.0-liter turbo petrol engines, while Euro versions will likely feature 3.0-liter turbo diesels.

The cabin of the PAS will feature a wide central console. It will also have slightly-raised seats to offset a current trend of seats that many people find to be too low for their own comfort. It is said to sport a front ‘nose cone’ and frameless doors.

With barely any details confirmed at present, it should be interesting to watch the development of the BMW PAS. If this controversial executive sedan’s design really is as bold as some claim, car enthusiasts could be in for a treat when it sees launch in late 2009.

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