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Engines that power innovation. Year after year, BMW engines have garnered
accolades for their output, refinement and high-revving ability. Beneath the long
hoods of the all-new Series Sedans are three of the world’s most sophisticated
engines. All are designed to deliver on BMW’s EfficientDynamics philosophy:
increased power with decreased fuel consumption and emissions. Whichever
engine you select, you’ll enjoy the thrill of BMW performance while helping to
protect the environment every day.
IT ALL REVOLVES
AROUND JOY.
SEVERAL THOUSAND
TIMES PER MINUTE.
BMW i.
BMW’s .-liter TwinPower Turbo
V- is the essence of an iron fi st
in a velvet glove. Calling on two
parallel turbochargers, its robust
hp accelerates the i
smoothly from to mph in
. seconds, while the boost
from lb-ft of peak torque is
sustained from all the way
to rpm. Thanks to High
Precision injection, this V- is
also extremely fuel effi cient.
BMW i TwinPower Turbo.
This unique engine combines
a twin-scroll TwinPower Turbo,
High Precision direct fuel injection,
and – in a fi rst for turbocharged
engines – BMW’s Valvetronic
variable intake technology that
helps the engine “breathe” better.
The result: turbo lag is virtually
elim inated, while posting one of
the most fuel-effi cient ratings in its
class. The i TwinPower Turbo
develops maximum output of
hp at rpm, redlining at
rpm. Peak torque of lb-ft kicks
in almost immediately at rpm.
It continues to push you back in
your seat all the way to rpm.
In just . seconds you’re easily
passing mph – and just as easily
surpassing all expectations.
BMW i.
Hit the accelerator of the i, and
in . seconds, you’ve reached
mph, thanks to its potent -hp
engine. The lightweight composite
magnesium/aluminum engine block
adds to the spirited acceleration
and nimble handling. And with
lb-ft of torque, the power pours on
early and strong, and continues
throughout the powerband.
Engine speed (rpm)
Torque (lb-ft)
Power output (horsepower)
Torque (lb-ft)
Power output (horsepower)
Powerful and effi cient – the new BMW i with
TwinPower Turbo technology.
All to claims: BMW AG test results.
BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and always wear safety belts.
